Anthony Ritossa Leads 25th Global Family Office Investment Summit in Dubai: A Decade of Power, Impact, and Innovation

DUBAI, UAE – May 12, 2025 – The 25th Global Family Office Investment Summit, co-hosted by Anthony Ritossa and the Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders, convened over 300 influential investors, family offices, and business pioneers at the prestigious Mandarin Oriental Jumeira on May 6–7, 2025. Celebrating a decade of transformative success, this milestone gathering reaffirmed its reputation as one of the world’s most impactful forums for driving innovation, investment, and legacy-building.

“This was our most significant and impactful summit to date,” said Anthony Ritossa. “We’ve built a thriving global community where extraordinary ideas find funding and scale through meaningful in-person collaboration.”

Anthony Ritossa, Chairman of the Ritossa Family Office, Founder of GFOIS

Strategic Partnerships Powering Global Progress

The Summit was held in collaboration with Mohamed Al Ali, CEO of Al Ali Holdings, and the Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders, chaired by Dr. Steven V. Melnik. The event spotlighted Dubai’s rise as a global innovation hub, further advancing the momentum established by the 24th Summit in Miami and the Miami-Dubai Sister City Agreement.

“By joining forces with the Global Family Office Summit Series, we are unlocking capital, forming strategic alliances, and paving the way for initiatives that drive real-world change,” said Dr. Melnik.

Future-Focused Conversations and Visionary Keynotes

The agenda featured expert-led sessions on frontier topics including blockchain, AI, digital assets, healthcare breakthroughs, venture capital, and next-generation leadership in family enterprises.

One of the most talked-about keynotes came from Alan Smithson, author of 2030: A Blueprint for Humanity’s Exponential Leap and founder of Unlimited Awesome, who delved into the transformative power of exponential technologies.

Khalid Al Zayani, Honorary Chairman of Al Zayani Investments, offered deep insights into the lasting success of family businesses, highlighting the harmony of innovation, values, and social responsibility.

Another summit highlight was a fireside chat with H.H. Sheikha Jawaher Al Khalifa, during which she shared inspiring reflections on women’s leadership, empowerment, and global influence.

A powerful highlight of the Summit was the inspiring presence of H.E. Aynour Tatanaki, who shared profound insights on female leadership, cross-cultural diplomacy, and the role of women in driving sustainable development and peacebuilding on a global scale. Her words resonated deeply, underscoring the transformative power of inclusive leadership in shaping a better future.

Voices from the Summit

“When a summit feels like a reunion of old friends with a shared mission, you know you’re among the right people,” said Alan Smithson. “By 2030, five decades of innovation will occur in just five years. It’s a privilege to help shape that future.”

“Dubai’s progressive vision, rooted in unity and advancement, continues to inspire,” said Claudia Pinto, Head of Philanthropy & Sustainability, Advisor to H.H. Sheikh Marwan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. “It’s an environment where entrepreneurs and changemakers thrive.”

“From Wall Street to global media, nowhere is the spirit of transformation more alive than at this Summit,” said Brian Rose, Founder of London Real. “This gathering of investors and leaders was a rare and powerful platform to shape the future.”

“The Summit is where meaningful conversations blend purpose with capital and legacy,” shared Keith Koo, Founder of Silicon Valley Insider and VP at US Capital Global. “It continually redefines how I view business and impact.”

“Our panel on iconic global family office investors tackled the unique complexities of managing immense wealth in today’s digital world,” noted Maher Al Kaabi, Advisor and UAE Circular Economy Committee Member. “It reinforced the UAE’s role as a leader in digital transformation and family business sustainability.”

“I was honored to speak on sustainability in family businesses,” said Ahmed Al Mahmood, Strategic Advisor at Dubai Quality Group. “The UAE continues to lead by example, integrating family offices into national strategies for long-term economic resilience.”

“This edition was unforgettable,” said Dr. Billy Issa, Founder & Host of Africa Economic Forum. “It was filled with powerful conversations, inspiring leaders, and a collective commitment to impact-driven investment and philanthropy.”