AYU Ski brought together an exceptional group of 45 guests from leading family offices and the alternatives industry across the globe for an intimate, energising and distinctly fun alpine experience in Gstaad.

George Ralph of RFA explores how firms should assess and manage real AI risks, while avoiding over-prioritising less critical concerns that can hinder adoption.

On March 5th 2026, the AYU Family Office Summit Switzerland brought together an exceptional group of family offices, investors and founders in the heart of the Swiss Alps for a day of focused investment dialogue, collaboration and new opportunity.

AlphaSense explores the 2025 IPO and deal boom, drawing on research and expert insights to assess momentum into 2026, and includes a guide to streamline deal-screening workflows.

On December 1st, AYU hosted a Drinks Tasting with CoreBev, bringing together a select group of family offices and investors for an evening of insight, flavour, and networking.

Held at Molyvos, a restaurant renowned for its warm Greek hospitality and island-inspired cuisine, guests enjoyed a curated tasting of CoreBev’s award-winning Connecticut Distilling portfolio paired with Mediterranean small plates and cocktails.

There are destinations that offer a beautiful backdrop, and then there are rare places that manage to create a genuine shift in how people feel, connect, and engage with each other. Our recent family office retreat at ÀNI Private Resort Thailand delivered exactly that: the kind of experience that not only resets the body and mind, but also strengthens the relationships that sit at the heart of successful private markets.

AYU members from across the alternative funds and family office community gathered on 20th November in the heart of Mayfair for our monthly drinks event. The evening provided a relaxed and welcoming setting for guests to reconnect with peers, forge new relationships, and exchange perspectives on the evolving alternatives landscape. Conversation flowed naturally as professionals from a broad range of strategies and backgrounds came together in an informal environment, further strengthening connections within the AYU community.

A huge thank you to our friends at AlphaSense for sponsoring this event.

George Ralph of RFA discusses how financial firms can avoid wasting money by taking a smarter, more strategic approach to cybersecurity spending.

AYU Dubai Cocktails, powered by AlphaSense, took place last week at The Ritz-Carlton, coinciding with the SuperReturn Middle East. The evening brought together AYU members, guests, and new connections from Dubai and the wider region for an elegant networking experience.

We are grateful to AlphaSense for sponsoring this event.

On November 4th, we hosted an exclusive members-only brunch in London with a focus on how family offices are harnessing AI. Guests enjoyed a relaxed brunch setting designed to foster meaningful peer-to-peer connections and candid conversations around the practical applications of AI in the financial world. The event featured a panel discussion exploring how AI is shaping the future of investment management.

AlphaSense discusses how investment managers are increasingly adopting domain-specific AI tools, outlining key use cases and strategic approaches to integrate AI into workflows to drive efficiency and generate alpha.

This article by Canoe Intelligence examines the rapid rise of family office investments in private markets and highlights how AI-driven automation is transforming data management and operational efficiency.

A distinguished gathering of family offices, representing billions in investment capital came together for the AYU Family Office Summit, a day filled with meaningful connections, insightful discussion, and opportunities for collaboration.

Financial firms, including investment funds, have been gradually integrating AI into their daily operations to enhance efficiency. George Ralph of RFA explains one of the most impactful use cases of AI in funds is optimising portfolio and asset management.

An unforgettable evening of Swiss elegance, artistry, and conversation with The Ultima Collection.

There are some stays that linger long after you’ve checked out, etched into memory by a rare combination of setting, design, and atmosphere. Our recent two-night retreat at the penthouse of The Ultima Collection in Geneva was one such experience — an escape that transcended hospitality to feel more like inhabiting a work of art.

AYU members gathered for an enjoyable afternoon to mark the summer season in the city. The event provided a welcoming setting for drinks, conversation, and valuable networking, with guests reconnecting with familiar faces and forming new connections. Held in an iconic London beer garden, the informal atmosphere offered the perfect opportunity to take a break and enjoy the summer air together.

A recent report from AYU Partner Alphasense titled “Optimizing Earnings Analysis Opportunities with AI-Driven Intelligence” offers an in-depth look at how forward-thinking investment teams are staying ahead by transforming their earnings workflows with AI-powered tools built specifically for market intelligence.

In this article we introduce our latest AYU Perk Partner BrainFlowElite, and the neuroscience behind stillness and sustainable high performance. Train your brain for clarity.

The inaugural session of the AI in Investment Management Brunch series took place in Mayfair on July 10th, bringing together AYU members for a focused discussion on how artificial intelligence is transforming the future of investment management.

This event was kindly sponsored by our friends at AlphaSense.