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Navigating Your Family Office Across Generations

An event organized by IMD and FBN
When
3 December 2025
Time
5pm CET (3:30 hours)
Where
Switzerland/Lausanne
Open to

Public

Join us for a unique evening dedicated to Family Offices!

In today’s complex world, family offices play a pivotal role in safeguarding a family’s heritage and unity while preserving and growing generational wealth. As the world around us evolves, so too must family offices adapt to meet the changing needs of their families. This conference invites you to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing family offices today, and to learn from the valuable lessons they have encountered.

This event also celebrates the launch of the practitioner-oriented report on Family Offices, which is the result of a collaboration between the IMD Global Family Business Center and the Family Business Network (FBN). The report explores the latest transformations shaping today’s global family office landscape. It also provides a multi-perspective view of emerging trends in the family office ecosystem. It is build on and expand upon the research that led to the publication of the Family Office Navigator book in 2023.

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Experience new learnings:
Enjoy a stimulating conference featuring inspiring speakers and engaging panel discussions with families.

Get your questions answered:
Demystify the family office and explore the trends shaping its role.

Maximize your event experience:
Discover different family office models and learn from both new and experienced families.

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About the event

When:  3 December 2025 at 17:00 (CET)

Where: IMD, Maersk McKinney Moller Center, Chemin de Bellerive 32, 1007 Lausanne, Switzerland

Agenda:

  • 17:00 : Registration & Welcome
  • 17:30 : Conference
  • 19:30 : Networking cocktail with finger foods
  • 20:30 : Event conclusion

Dress code: business casual

Event cost: Standard tickets are CHF 90.- per/person, with a special price of CHF 60.- per/person for FBN members and IMD alumni. Please note that travel and accommodation expenses are not included in the conference fee.

Accommodation: Attendees are responsible for their own hotel reservations.

Registration is required. Limited seats available.

Any question? Get in touch with our IMD Global Family Business Center team at [email protected]. For any questions related to FBN please contact [email protected]. 

Register for this event

After submitting your registration, please check your emails to access the payment link and secure your seat.

We look forward to welcoming you to IMD.





A special discount applies to FBN members and IMD alumni.
Please indicate your status!




To complete your registration for the event, you must agree to the  terms and conditions. These terms and conditions include important information about your rights and obligations. Please read them carefully before proceeding. By checking the box below, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and accepted the terms and conditions.  






Accommodation

Attendees are responsible for their own hotel reservations. Please feel free to contact your preferred hotel as soon as possible to secure your booking. Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis.

IMD special discount rates are subject to availability and not guaranteed.

List of hotels within a 10 to 15-minute walk from IMD
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Hotel Beau-Rivage Palace *****+

Contact the hotel reservation: [email protected]. Please inform them it is for the IMD-FBN Family Office Event.

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Hotel Royal Savoy *****

Contact the hotel reservation: [email protected]. Please inform them it is for the IMD-FBN Family Office Event.

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Hotel Angleterre ****

Contact the hotel reservation: [email protected]. Please inform them it is for the IMD-FBN Family Office Event.

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Hotel Château d’Ouchy ****

Contact the hotel reservation: [email protected]. Please inform them it is for the IMD-FBN Family Office Event.

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Hotel Moevenpick ****

Contact the hotel reservation: [email protected]. Please inform them it is for the IMD-FBN Family Office Event.

FAQs
Who can register for the event?

This evening event is particularly aimed at individuals who wish to make a lasting impact, families looking to start their family office journey, and seasoned family offices.

How do I register myself?
  1. Complete the registration form.
  2. After submitting your registration form, you will receive an email with a payment link.
  3. To finalize your registration complete the payment form
  4. You will then receive a confirmation email.
Can I register my guests?

Please share the registration form with your guests so that they can complete their details. If you wish to pay for your guests, you can purchase multiple ticket. Once done please send the full name of your guest(s) to [email protected].

How do I know if I’m registered?

Once you’ve completed registration and payment, you’ll receive a confirmation email. Your name will be added to the attendee list automatically. 

How can I book my accommodation?

The accommodation section features hotels within walking distance of IMD.

Please feel free to contact your preferred hotel as soon as possible to secure your booking (rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis). Please inform them it is for the IMD-FBN Family Office Event.

If you would like to reserve a hotel near the train station or in the city center, please contact us. We will be pleased to provide you with a list of hotels where IMD has negotiated discounted rates.

What is the payment, cancellation, and refund policy?
  • All payments are made in Swiss Francs (CHF). 
  • In case of event cancellation by IMD, the event fee will be fully refunded. However, IMD will not reimburse travel or accommodation expenses. 
  • Event fees are fixed. No partial refunds will be issued for late arrivals or partial attendance. 
  • A full refund will be granted if cancellation is received in writing via email by 17 November 2025.  
  • No refunds will be issued after this date.
    📧 Send cancellation requests to: [email protected]  
Who can I contact with questions?

For any questions, please contact the IMD Global Family Business Center at [email protected]. For any questions related to FBN please contact [email protected].