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Chris Horler, managing director of Sandaire Real Estate shares his day-to-day with Citywealth readers.

If you’re missing personal facetime with health experts, the new Ananda Wellness Bliss programme brings many benefits of visiting the award-winning spa directly to you.

Régis Bergonzi, based in Monaco shares his day-to-day with Citywealth readers.

Barclays Private Bank has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointments of Effie Datson as Global Head of Family Office and Melanie Aimer as Global Head of Client Experience.

A day in the life of Alice Lau, Executive Director, Head of Private Wealth Services at Intertrust and a member of the Hong Kong management team.

A day in the life of Stephen Baker, Senior Partner at law firm Baker & Partners

Citywealth is catching up in a fireside chat each Tuesday and Friday at 11am to get updates on topical issues within wealth management and private client

Marcus Wide acted as the Joint Liquidator of Stanford International Bank (SIB), based in Antigua, which represented the second largest Ponzi scheme in history (after the Madoff frauds) worth US$8 billion and affected over 20,000 depositors.

Joel Stevens, a Senior Managing Director, will be responsible for overseeing Bernstein’s Tampa-based private client operations and growth of the business in the region, which includes Tampa-St. Petersburg-Sarasota, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Naples.

Citywealth conducted a research programme over several months to create a Top trust litigator list fit for purpose. One of the key questions asked was: who has impressed you most during current or past litigations? Their answers have revealed a list of peer recommended litigators who have negotiated

Organisational sustainability: the internal mechanism - ethics, morals, processes and ESG products within the private client and wealth management industry

Citywealth spoke to Julie Zingiloglu, Senior Director and Head of Geneva at JTC about preparing the next generation for managing the family’s wealth and developing a mutual plan for the future.

The Covid19 pandemic means financial uncertainty and new challenges in managing family life. Below are some of the questions Suzanne Kingston, Consultant at law firm, Mills & Reeve is being asked about the impact of Covid19 on divorce, finances and child arrangements.

TwinFocus, a boutique multi-family office has announced that it has appointed Jan Meyer as Director of Portfolio Advisory in its London office.

As part of our 60 second interview series, Citywealth spoke to James Freeman, family law partner at Charles Russell Speechlys about helping clients through relationship breakdown and uncertainty in the law creating recurring issues.

What a difference a few weeks can make. When we researched this article in late February, the wealth advisers in Italy, said they had never been so busy.

As part of our 60 second interview series, Citywealth spoke to Raul-Angelo Papotti, Head of Tax and Tax Planning at Chiomenti in Milan about listening to clients and understanding what it is that really worries them.

ZEDRA has announced the appointment of Steven Bowen as Managing Director of its Jersey office.

So if a horse or horse course ownership is in your sights, perhaps testing the water in a syndicate or fractional ownership programme could give you a head start.

As private equity experiences rapid growth as an asset class, investors and trustees need to be prepared, writes Charlotte Thorne

• July marked the point at which the USA attained its longest period of economic expansion on record – a period which has endured since 2009.

A new exhibition of Pablo Picasso’s ceramics opens in March at Huxley-Parlour Gallery with pieces ranging from £5,500 to £70,000.

From hand-decorated chocolates to elegant Italian egg cups, Corporate Service at Harrods has unveiled a beautiful range of decadent gifts to suit any brief or budget this Easter.

As part of our 60 second interview series, Citywealth spoke to Helena Robertsson, leader of the Global Family Enterprise platform at EY about onboarding the first ‘digital generation’, and talent concerns within family enterprises.

Daffodil Mulligan sees Corrigan, an old hand in the kitchen, cooking with the energy of a twentysomething.

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth spoke to David Dorgan, a partner in Appleby’s private client and trusts team, based in Jersey, about passing the Jersey bar, inspiring his team to perform, and taking advantage of Jersey’s coastline at the end of a long day.

Citywealth spoke to Ben Covey, head of private banking at Santander UK about growing Santander’s UK private banking footprint and supporting clients through significant wealth creation events.

For a restaurant that is as foodie as it is sceney, IT London knocks it out of the park.

MasterPeace encourages creativity through ‘mindful painting’ and uses the transformative powers of creativity to revitalize and boost mental wellness.

Concierge services are not a new idea. They’ve been offered in various forms by most private client, focused businesses at some point or another. Yet today they are enjoying a renaissance.

Ocorian and Estera have announced today that their businesses have been combined to create a global leader in corporate and fiduciary services, fund administration and capital markets.

When you travel to New York you face that all-important decision of location. Which neighbourhood to choose? Read Citywealth's guide to New York for our tips and recommendations to get the most out of your visit.

Citywealth spoke to Katherine Ellis, CEO of Boston Multi Family Office following the successful MBO in late 2019 to find out more about her daily life and client instructions.

Waverton Investment Management announces the appointment of Nick Tucker, formerly Managing Director and Head of UBS Domestic Wealth Management business in the UK, as Chief Executive Officer, subject to regulatory approval.

Citywealth spoke to Jacob Smed, managing director of Intertrust Jersey, about accomplishing tangible results, and being home in time to prepare a family meal.

A Contemporary Interpretation of the Classic London Mews House

Whether you are romantic, naughty or nice Molitor’s specially curated packages put a cheeky twist on Valentine's Day

Hassium Asset Management, a leading UK wealth management boutique, announces effective immediately the appointment of Simon Pinckney as a Managing Director

Independent wine specialists, 28°-50° have opened 28°-50° Wine Bar & Kitchen in Covent Garden, offering brasserie-inspired food and a thoughtfully curated wine selection spanning both old world and new world wines.

Celebrate Valentine's with a romantic break on the SeaDream Yacht Club, the most romantic cruise line in the world

Citywealth spoke to Alistair Robertson, private client partner at Fieldfisher about his recent accomplishments, including a team move from Linklaters in 2019.

Corsair completes majority investment in ZEDRA Group

The 12-month red membership box gives unlimited access to a premium concierge service with a full-time dedicated lifestyle manager on call to enhance people’s everyday life

Jo​ë​l Robuchon International has just ​launched two exciting new sites, ​Le Comptoir Robuchon and ​Le Deli Robuchon

Citywealth spoke to Nic Arnold ACA, CTA about her career in the private client tax space and how she helps her clients cut through complexity, make decisions and protect their wealth for generations to come.

In celebration of Burns Night on Saturday 25th January, East London cocktail bar, The Sun Tavern is honouring everything great about Scotland with a special collaboration alongside Craigellachie Whisky

London & Capital has announced the appointment of Guy McGlashan as their new Chief Executive following the death in October of Co-Founder and Managing Director, Daniel Freedman.

A newly expanded spa, stylish pop up yurt and extended range of accommodation, makes Hotel Arlberg in Lech the ideal destination this winter - whether you’re an avid skier or just keen on the apres-ski.

Whether because of Brexit and the threat of a Labour government in the United Kingdom, political uncertainty in the Middle East or the fear of crime in Latin America, high net worth clients are beginning to look at Switzerland with fresh eyes.

This winter treat yourself and your loved ones to an exclusive stay in a Swiss chalet or deluxe hotel, with activities to impress all the family from Michelin-starred dining under the winter sky to a winter cruise on Lake Geneva.

Co-founders Julien Sevaux and Tarek AbuZayyad today announced the launch of Eighteen48 Partners

Private equity has turned into a racing Ferrari at Le Mans, winning through industry consolidation, reducing admin costs and introducing automation. Gone are the days when UHNWs would shy away from private equity as an unknown frontier.

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth speaks to Christopher Yardley, client director at Strabens Hall and Gold winner of the Financial Advisory/ UHNW Services Individual of the Year at the Future Leaders Awards 2019.

Litigation has seen a sharp rise since the credit crunch with beneficiaries questioning their trustees and investment consultants providing context to UHNW clients on investment returns.

Edwin Coe has announced that Matthew Barnett has joined as a Partner in the Private Client team

Mac & Wild have teamed up with Highland Park Whisky to bring the wildest private dining experience to London this festive season, with the launch of their Land Rover Private Dining Gun Bus

Equiom, the global professional services provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Gerard Delaney to Chief Commercial Officer

As recent changes to French employment law bring to the fore the challenges of crew employment aboard superyachts, Citywealth’s April French Furnell investigates how owners and managers are adapting to the new regulations.

Deutsche Bank Wealth Management has appointed Gregor Hirt as Global Head of Wealth Discretionary and Marwa Alani as Head of the London Middle East desk.

The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey has announced the return of the acclaimed Eat Jersey Food Festival from Thursday 12th to Saturday 14th March 2020.

Meridian Adventures Sail launch exclusive fleet of catamarans to offer bespoke, immersive journeys in Raja Ampat, Indonesia in 2020

Read on for our top recommendations of where to stay, where to dine and where to host clients on the island.

Germany’s wealthy stay loyal to the local economy and invest their assets close to home

Investors and investment managers who are moving to sustainable finance and wanting to take time doing so, it remains to be seen if Gen Z and the Greta effect will let them do so. If ‘extinction’ rather than sustainability is on the United Nations and social media agenda, it remains to be seen if th

Tripping the light fantastic at 5 star Chatwal New York

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth speaks to Rachel O’Donoghue, a partner in the financial planning team at Buzzacott about juggling client demands, helping the UHNW to avoid the trends of the day, and her passion for food.

The family office concept has been around for a long time, particularly in the US where the entry level to set them up is drilled down to the affluent population, yet the past decade has seen a significant increase in interest in higher value offices from European, Middle Eastern and Asian families

If you are in the midst of planning your next holiday, take a moment to stop. What impact could your vacation have on the planet?

Private wealth specialist Henry Wickham has joined Ogier's Private Wealth team in Jersey as counsel.

Fieldfisher is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Golden as the new Head of its Private Client practice as well as the appointment of Alistair Robertson as partner, both from Linklaters.

The end of summer is in sight, and an activity filled trip to 12th Century castle retreat Castello di Vicarello is an idyllic way to see it off.

Kleinwort Hambros has announced the launch of its Career Returners Programme, an initiative aimed at recruiting experienced private banking and investment management professionals who have taken career breaks of two years or more.

JTC has welcomed three new directors in its private wealth division as part of a 36-strong raft of mid-year promotions across its global network.

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth speaks to Naomi Rive, group director and head of family office at Highvern Trustees about completing the management-buy-out of Highvern from Coutts in 2016, and demonstrating substance over form to her team.

In a constant endeavour to achieve new horological heights all the while staying true to its jewellery know-how, Backes & Strauss’ Berkeley Renaissance Duke Tourbillon timepieces house the brand’s very first double peripheral tourbillon mechanism.

Launching exclusively in Harrods in September 2019, The Merchant of Venice are expanding their Murano Exclusive Collection Line to include their all-new scent Imperial Emerald created by perfumer Jordi Fernandez.

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth speaks to Richard Fagan, Director at VG, an independent provider of fiduciary and administration solutions based in Jersey, about being flexible to the ways in which clients want to work and allowing employees to make mistakes.

Gezellig is a serious restaurant with serious wines and serious chefs cooking serious food. The great thing is that they‘ve found a way to counterbalance all of this seriousness with an inviting room and relaxed ethos.

Dolfin, an independent and agile wealth management platform, has appointed Richard Webb as Head of Technology

Ocorian and Estera to merge forming a global trust and fund administration leader

Sette is the first European project from Scarpetta, one of the hottest tickets in town and probably the best Italian in Manhattan‘s trendy NoMad district.

Critically acclaimed, authentic Mexican restaurant, Santo Remedio will launch an interactive dining experience ‘Mesa Santa’ this year.

Citywealth speaks to Analjit Singh about his love affair with South Africa and plans for expansion

The ability to track your entire assets in one place, with two clicks

Transformational retreats of Lu Jong (Tibetan Healing Yoga) are being offered in Mozambique and Seville with two exclusive trips confirmed for 2019 by Bibi Schofield, founder of Malabar Retreats and Dominique Caubel, one of Europe’s leading teachers of Lu Jong.

Kate Maurice, a manager at Dixon Wilson, took home the Tomorrow Club Award at the 2019 Magic Circle Awards. In this interview, Kate provides an insight into her daily life and shares some of her recent accomplishments.

Niquesa Travel is a luxury travel company creating experiential holidays, journeys and expeditions for couples, families and small private groups.

Situated on Eastcastle Street, Arros QD is named for its signature ingredient - arros is Spanish for rice - and its chef‘s initials.

Best known for its private banks for wealthy, international clients, at the end of last year Liechtenstein decided to also become a crypto hub.

Dominic Lawton-Smith has joined Crestbridge in Cayman to focus on ultra-high net worth families and their advisers.

Carrying out due diligence for new clients can be time-consuming and laborious, but automating the process through regtech could be a game-changer, believes Dolfin COO Amir Nabi.

Andrew Sams joins multifamily office from Deloitte UK

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth speaks to Daniel Freedman, managing director at London & Capital about helping clients through difficult periods, and his passion for fruit which in an alternative world might have seen him become a greengrocer.

26 Days, 15 Golf Courses, 7 Countries, 4 Continents, 1 Private Jet

As a leading global provider of alternative asset and corporate business services, SANNE is pleased to announce the appointment of David Fowler to the role of Country Head − Singapore with immediate effect.

The lobbying; legalization and consequent institutional value of the medicinal, not recreational, cannabis industry continues to rise and is poised for more growth as a wave of legalization and public pressure for reform, drives change in North America and Europe.

With retirement age increasing, work-life balance being threatened by the inability to switch off from emails, and health becoming more of a priority among millennials; the number of sabbaticals being taken by professionals is expected to increase in the coming years.

Chinese common reporting standard arrives: Chinese govt receive bank account information on residents from 75 countries

If you’re planning a business trip out East and visiting Hong Kong and China, then look no further for recommendations of where to stay, where to dine and where to host your clients...

Emilia Strazzanti collaborates with Campari, McQueens Florist and TT Liquor for Negroni supper club experience

Like a good book, Graeflicher Park, a health and balance resort, near Dortmund in Germany, offers an interesting review of your life and health. With pulse and tongue diagnosis, there is no hiding from the eyes of the ayurvedic physician or as they say in Sanskrit, ‘Vaidya’.

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth speaks to Alison Parry, Head of Private Wealth at Intertrust Guernsey on the challenges of working with families to achieve their goals and wishes, locating missing family members and mentoring young adults.

The long-awaited Bob Bob Cité, sister restaurant to Bob Bob Ricard, has arrived. Located within The Leadenhall Building, fondly known as the Cheesegrater, the restaurant is accessed via a separate lift to level 3. But be warned, a dress code applies. “Strictly elegant”, describes the website.

The announcement in February by Singapore’s Finance Minister of a plan to extend tax exemptions for family offices, which were due to expire this year, has driven further demand from the wealthy in the region to establish more formal structures around their assets.

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP announced today that Michelle R. Canerday has joined the firm’s Trusts and Estates practice as a partner.

Dolfin, the agile and independent wealth management platform, has completed its acquisition of the business of London-based Falcon Private Wealth Ltd.

Five years in the making, Bob Bob Cité which will finally open to the public on Friday 10th May - is its owner Leonid Shutov’s labour of love.

RBC Wealth Management, part of Royal Bank of Canada, has announced the appointment of Dave Thomas as Head of RBC Wealth Management – International.

The recent changes to UK immigration rules are set to ensure the UK remains a world-leading business destination. Yet, these amendments have proven contentious.

City law firm, Druces, welcomes the arrival of Samantha Hook, a specialist real estate finance partner.

With Father’s Day around the corner on Sunday 16 June, Citywealth has pulled together the best luxury gifts on offer. From golf weekends to luxury backgammon sets, there is something for everyone.

Santander UK has announced the appointment of Ben Covey as Head of Private Banking, reporting directly to Charlotte Platts, Head of Wealth.

JTC has enhanced its proposition for international private clients after being granted a trust licence in the Cayman Islands.

Ocorian, a provider of bespoke administration and fiduciary services to corporate, institutional and private investors, has appointed Anthony Zarmakoupis as its new Chief Financial Officer.

In January, Malta’s prime minister set out his ambitious vision to make Malta the most UK-friendly country in Europe post-Brexit, promising the 13,000 Britons already living on the island a special status and guaranteeing a warm welcome to others that might follow.

The Holmes Hotel London will open in May. Formerly Park Plaza Sherlock Holmes London, the repositioned hotel situated on Chiltern Street Marylebone, has seen a multi-million-pound refurbishment of the original site

Charles Russell Speechlys has promoted nine lawyers to Partner, effective 1 May 2019, including one partner to the family team and one partner to the private client team.

Citywealth spoke to Richard Prosser of Estera, a group director based in Jersey with overall responsibility for the group’s global trust services offering, to discuss Estera’s leadership approach, balancing technology with people, and his passion for the next generation and philanthropy.

The Jersey government’s recent introduction of International Savings Plans (ISPs) is just the latest sign of the growing importance to the island of clients originating from the Middle East.

Most people understand they need to leave a Will to ensure their assets or businesses are divided and passed on to their families or spouses as they wish, despite this, there are plenty of reports which show the number of inheritance disputes are on the rise...

Crestbridge has announced the appointment of Bashar Bazian as Managing Director of its Bahrain office.

Stonehage Fleming, a leading independently owned family office, has announced the appointment of Becton Davis as Group Chief Financial Officer.

In this exclusive interview, Citywealth speaks to Marina Efraimoglou, the found of Euphoria Retreat about her journey from investment banker to entrepreneur, and her personal battles which inspired her spa philosophy.

The new hires include Tom De Burgh Williams, Luke Keattch and Gary Coe adding strength to Charles Stanley’s regional presence.

Set in the South Pacific’s Fijian archipelago, Laucala Island is a private tropical paradise and ecological Garden of Eden. Laucala combines a unique commitment to the environment that surrounds it with unparalleled levels of luxury and privacy.

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth speaks to Nigel Tait, managing partner of reputation law firm Carter-Ruck about the rise in UHNW clients being blackmailed and still getting a buzz from stopping intrusive or defamatory articles about clients being published.

When it comes to family law cases, the position on media reporting is as clear as mud, so much so that making a decision to talk to the media can mean couples are playing Russian roulette with the privacy of their financial and business affairs.

After 10 years at Schillings, Davina Katz has left the firm and this week launched Katz Partners LLP.

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth speaks to Richard Jordan who recently joined Gateley Plc, to establish its private client offering in London.

Forsters has expanded its Family team with the lateral hire of partner Simon Blain from Penningtons Manches LLP and Matthew Brunsdon Tully from 1 Hare Court.

Laura Geraghty has been promoted to partner at Levison Meltzer Pigott (LMP), taking the number of partners to six.

Is the UK still a golden destination for Russians or are they feeling the chill? Citywealth’s April French Furnell spoke to advisors in the private wealth industry to get views.

Launching today, Bambusa is a new all-day Modern Asian café, open for breakfast, coffee and lunch, to go.

Jenner & Block announced today that Julie Olenn, a prominent trusts and estates lawyer, has joined the firm’s Private Wealth practice as a partner in the Chicago office.

Now approaching its 6th birthday, the award-winning Oblix was the first restaurant to open in The Shard back in Spring 2013 and continues to set sky-high standards.

Are you a Vata, Pitta or Kapha type? The award-winning luxury destination spa resort Ananda in the Himalayan foothills in Northern India which uses Ayurvedic Tridosha Theory shares their recommendations for diet and fitness according to your Ayurvedic type.

HSBC announced today that it has started using BlackRock’s Aladdin Wealth platform to boost the wealth management services it offers to customers across the high net worth spectrum.

Ooty adds another to notch to London‘s belt as one of the best cities in the world to eat Indian cuisine. As one that homes in on the southern regions of the county, we expect it to vie with Michelin-starred Trishna and Quilon.

Citywealth’s April French Furnell recently met with Oliver Corkhill, CEO of Leo Trippi, a specialist travel agency and market leader for luxury chalet rentals in the Alps, to gain an insight into how the UHNW spend their winter holidays.

Oak comprises three existing businesses - Oak Trust Group, Consortia and Kreston IOM - which between them have offices in Guernsey, the Isle of Man, Jersey, Malta and Mauritius.

Standard Chartered Private Bank has appointed Ali Hammad as Market Head, Private Banking, Middle East and North Africa

Unexplained Wealth Orders have been hitting the headlines since they came into force in January 2018. Dubbed ‘McMafia law’ by the press after the BBC1 British crime drama television series, they are a tool to give investigators more powers to review suspected money laundering

Sandaire, the international multi-family office, has announced the launch of Sandaire Corporate Finance, a new division to serve the evolving needs of its clients.

Whether it is for a special celebration, indulgent family holiday or a team bonding getaway, Villa Infinitum offers the perfect exclusive setting from €15,000 per week, based on 10 people sharing.

In our 60 second interview series, Citywealth speaks to Shelley Leaney, Director of Private Clients at Charles Stanley, about taking a more holistic approach to managing private client’s money.

To celebrate International Women’s Day, D&D London are introducing a series of dinners entitled The Secret Diary of a Farm Girl, championing women in the farming industry.

Stonehage Fleming has announced the expansion of its private capital team with the appointments of Meiping Yap as Director and James Jefferson as Senior Associate.

Intertrust has announced the appointment of Amit Taylor as head of corporate services in Guernsey to pave the way for future growth and development.

The Austrian economy thrives on the strength of its SMEs, according to Meinhard Platzer, Co-CEO of the Austrian business of LGT Bank, the largest family-owned private banking group in Europe.