The Abu Dhabi Family Office Summit stands as a premier event within the global investment community. It serves as a vital platform for family offices, investment institutions, and startup founders to connect, share insights, and explore investment opportunities. By emphasizing face-to-face interactions and in-depth discussions, the summit facilitates meaningful connections and showcases the distinctive investment landscape of the UAE and the broader Middle East region.

The Abu Dhabi Family Office Summit (ADFO Summit) has announced its third edition, scheduled for May 30, 2024, in Abu Dhabi.

During the previous edition of the ADFO Summit, 292 attendees participated, including 150 Family Offices, 40 Investment Institutions, 47 Investment Holdings, and 55 Partners & Staff. The ADFO Summit underscores the significance of proximity for UAE Family Offices, recognizing the Middle Eastern investors’ preference for in-person interactions over virtual negotiations.

The Abu Dhabi Family Office Summit will delve into a range of critical topics relevant to the investment landscape. Some of the key discussion areas include:

• Family Office Strategies: Insights into effective strategies for managing family wealth, diversification, and long-term planning.
• Impact Investing: Exploring investment opportunities that generate positive social and environmental impact alongside financial returns.
• Emerging Markets: A focus on investment prospects in emerging markets, particularly within the UAE and the broader Middle East region.
• Technology and Innovation: Discussions on how technology and innovation are shaping investment practices and portfolio management.
• Real Estate Investments: An examination of real estate trends, opportunities, and challenges in the region.
• Private Equity and Venture Capital: Insights into private equity deals, venture capital investments, and growth-stage funding.
• Risk Management: Strategies for mitigating risks in investment portfolios.
• Succession Planning: Addressing the complexities of generational transitions within family offices.
• Networking and Relationship Building: Opportunities for participants to connect, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships.