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Introducing the 4th Annual Aikya Connect Family Office Forum
The 4th Annual Aikya Connect Family Office Forum is set to take place at the prestigious Taj Towers, Colaba, Mumbai. This exclusive gathering brings together Aikya Connect members, leading CIOs, and distinguished investment professionals from the family office ecosystem. Known for its thought-provoking discussions and unmatched networking opportunities, the Forum is a pivotal event where participants connect, share, and learn from global experts and industry veterans.
Given India's evolving investment landscape, this exclusive gathering offers a unique opportunity to navigate shifting dynamics, uncover emerging opportunities, and redefine strategies for wealth preservation and growth.
Designed for thought leaders from Family Offices, the forum fosters collaboration and equips CIOs & Principals with actionable insights to thrive in the ever-changing investment landscape.
In 2021, Aikya Connect was born out of a personal need I discovered while operating our single-family office (SFO) over the past decade. Recognising the immense value of advice from peers managing their own family offices, I saw a critical need for SFO CIOs to connect, share, and learn in a private, confidential setting.
Over the last four years, Aikya Connect has evolved into a thriving network, drawing large SFOs from India, the Middle East, and Asia. Our member CIOs, collectively overseeing USD $28 Billion in assets, convene twice a month in unique call formats toexchange insights and intelligence on investments.
What sets us apart is not just our professionalism but the friendships that have blossomed among peers โ a testament to the camaraderie within our community.
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The Forum's format remains true to Aikya Connect's ethos of discretion and education. Comprising key family members and executives from single-family offices, the program is meticulously designed to cater to your interests as a family office.
๏ปฟIt facilitates interactions that foster valuable peer perspectives on pertinent topics and cultivates peer relationships - a cornerstone of our network.
The Taj Mahal Towers, Colaba
Mumbai, India
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Agenda
- 09:00 - 09:30Registration & Welcome Breakfast
- 09:30 - 09:50Aikya Connect: Vision 2030Embark on the Aikya Connect story with our Founder as he shares reflections, pivotal moments & the vision for this bespoke community.
- 09:50 - 10:35Trade Wars, Tariffs & Capital Flows: The Next Big Move on the Global StageAs India’s growth story accelerates, the global stage is shifting—rising U.S. protectionism, potential Trump-era tariffs, China’s slowdown, and volatile capital flows are creating both uncertainty and opportunity.
This session will explore how these macro shifts are reshaping markets, disrupting industries, and unlocking new investment frontiers, offering a sharp perspective on what lies ahead for India in the evolving global order.
Arvind Sachdeva
Senior Managing Director - Global Market Strategy of 13D Research & Strategy
- 10:35 - 11:20Space: The New FrontierWith SpaceX valued at over $350 billion and Indian startups making waves
in the race to conquer space, the cosmos is no longer just a realm of
exploration - it’s the next frontier of investment.
The future is here - are you ready to launch?
Pawan Kumar Chandana
Co-founder & CEO of Skyroot Aerospace
Chetan Mehta
Founding Partner at AUM Ventures
- 11:20 - 11:50Did Anybody say Coffee?
- 11:50 - 13:15Asset Class Roundtable DiscussionsAt Aikya Connect, our mission is to serve the evolving needs of single-family office members. Through internal deliberation and member feedback, we identify investment themes that hold the greatest potential and relevance for future opportunities.
This roundtable discussion brings together renowned investment managers with deep expertise and domain knowledge in these carefully selected themes. - 13:15 - 14:30Lunch
- 14:30 - 15:00Family Office Investment TrendsJoin us as leading domestic and global SFOs share their preferred asset classes and dive into the latest investment practices shaping family office portfolios.
This session will explore emerging trends, risk strategies, and global market dynamics, offering valuable insights into how family offices are navigating today’s evolving investment landscape. - 15:00 - 15:30AI Implications for Family OfficesGet an insider’s view from Silicon Valley on how AI is transforming decision-making, unlocking new opportunities, and redefining the future of investing.
Eshwar Belani
Senior Partner at SAIGroup
- 15:30 - 16:00Gold: Where do we go from here?Gold has defied expectations, delivering over 35% returns in the past year, even amidst a strong dollar and historically high interest rates in the United States.
Prashant Trivedi
Founder & Non-Exec Chairman of Multi-Act
- 16:00 - 16:30Tea: Because itโs too early for wine!
- 16:30 - 17:05The Audio Revolution: Scaling, Monetizing & Competing on a Global StageInside the Journey of a Unicorn Founder.
Get ready for an unfiltered and inspiring fireside chat with a unicorn founder who has navigated the highs and lows of building a billion-dollar enterprise.
Rohan Nayak
Co-Founder & CEO of Pocket FM
Anuj Bhargava
Managing Director-India of Lightspeed Venture Partners
- 17:05 - 17:40The Future of Venture CapitalExplore the future of venture capital in India, from the rise of startups to the impact of digital public infrastructure on innovation.
This session will dive into the evolving role of venture capital in shaping high-growth companies and unlocking new opportunities in India's dynamic ecosystem.
Padma Shri awardee Prashanth Prakash will offer a compelling take on what’s next for startups and investors alike.
Prashant Prakash
Partner at Accel
- 17:40 - 19:10Cocktail, Canapes and Live Jazz
- 19:10 - 21:10Gala Dinner