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Outbound Investment Group

Get ready to take part in the most important event in the USA on:

Tax Planning Immigration by Investment Wealth Protection and Succession

30 Speakers From
Around the World

May 7th 2024

May 9th 2024

Los Angeles

San Francisco

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About

Setting The Stage

American families, entrepreneurs, and HNWI have become disillusioned with the American Dream. Political polarization, high taxation, gun violence, and anti-abortion laws have pushed droves of wealthy Americans to the brink. With their livelihoods, safety, and rights at stake, Americans are looking overseas for the freedoms in life and in business that they once found in America. The America Outbound Summit has been designed exclusively to connect the wealthy individuals and advisors of HNW American families with overseas providers of investment migration, real estate, tax planning, and wealth planning services.

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TESTIMONIALS

"We are pleased with the results and the connections we made through this Summit. The United States is now a key market for the Investment Migration industry and America Outbound is a good way to tap into it." 
- Eric Major
- Eric MajorCEO Latitude Consultancy
“It was a pleasure to speak at the America Outbound Summit in NYC.  The conference provided a lot of opportunities to network and the quizzes (for a prize) during the breaks were fun, something I have not seen before and I attend a lot of conferences! Looking forward to attend many more Outbound Summits.”
- Alicea Castellanos
- Alicea CastellanosCEO Global Taxes LLC
"I would like to thank your team for organizing these introductions to intermediaries in the USA! A number of them are really promising and we expect to develop successful partnerships with these companies."
- Valentina Sofijanic
- Valentina SofijanicOptylon Krea
Why the USA?

Why you should attend the America Outbound Summit 2024

  • Reported US renunciations nearly Triple in Q2, 2022 (the US Internal Revenue Service), making the USA the ideal hotbed for investment migration and overseas wealth protection/management provider to the market.
  • SCOTUS abortion decision drives gush of investment migration inquiries.
  • There are nearly 22 mln. millionaires in the U.S., the largest millionaire population in the world (Credit Suisse World Wealth Report).
  • US passport holders have tax on worldwide income, meaning all Americans require tax planning services when migrating or spending significant time abroad. This points to a huge opportunity for providers of tax planning services for Americans.
  • Smart capital are getting their mobility options sorted now; the mass affluent are next.

U.S. Entry Requirements

U.S. visas for foreign citizens travelling to the United States

Generally, a citizen of a foreign country who wishes to enter the United States must first obtain a visa, either a nonimmigrant visa for a temporary stay, or an immigrant visa for permanent residence. Visitor visas are nonimmigrant visas for persons who want to enter the United States temporarily for business (visa category B-1), for tourism (visa category B-2), or for a combination of both purposes (B-1/B-2).

There are several steps to apply for a visa. The order of these steps and how you complete them may vary by U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Please consult the instructions on the U.S. Embassy or Consulate website.

For more information on how to apply for or renew a U.S. tourist visa, please log on the U.S. government’s official website.

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Summit Schedule

Who will you meet?

U.S. Travel Policy
  • The America Outbound Summit is both B2B and B2C format. During the day the format will include interactive panels, independent expert speeches, and networking sessions with the top intermediaries from the area including: Independent Financial Advisors, Certified Financial Planners, Private Client Lawyers, Tax Planners, Wealth Managers & Estate Planners, and other professionals who help Americans immigrate and plan their cross border tax and wealth issues.
  • At the end of the day, we will open the exhibition for end clients for a lively cocktail and an interactive dinner event designed to ensure maximum visibility & interactivity with both intermediaries and end clients alike. This will truly be the business development opportunity of the year.

Conference Topics

Immigration by Investment
  • Citizenship & residence planning as a tax planning tool
  • Real estate market trends for HNWI
  • Second residency/citizenship for asset protection and preservation
  • Tax transparency and regulatory considerations in HNW migration
  • Citizenship vs. permanent residence by investment, programs and comparison
Wealth Protection & Succession
  • Inheritance strategies and estate planning for family wealth
  • Cross-border asset allocation and preservation
  • Family trust challenges for UHNWI
  • International tax planning and tax transparency updates
Wealth Protection & Succession
Tax Planning
  • Tax planning under a multijurisdictional context
  • FATCA/CRS updates and implications
  • Expatriation planning and execution
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Conference Ticket Price

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$1600

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4 Socials Events

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$2400

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Previous Speakers

Guilherme Valadares Carreiro

Investment Professional
Oxy Capital

Cláudia Vasconcelos

Head of Business Development
NEWCO Corporate Services SA

Gonçalo Mendes Leal

Founding Partner
NSMLawyers

Yassin Mohamdi

CEO and Managing Partner
THE BUYERS CIRCLE

Dr. Csaba Magyar

Managing Partner
Crystal Worldwide Law Firm

Richard Hallam

CBI Director
Ora Caribbean

Reza Motalebpour

Founder and CEO
INGWE

Nuri Katz

Co-Founder and President
Apex Capital Partners Corp.

Pedro Lino

CEO and CIO
Optimize Investment Partners SGOIC SA

Francisco Martins

Partner
ActiveCap

Tatiana Muntean

Associate Vice President
Arton Capital

Dario Montagnese

Operating Partner
C2 Capital Partners

Panos Palyvos

Commercial Director of Greece
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Tine Faasili Ponia

Managing Director
Asiaciti Trust Pacific Limited

Matthew Smith

General Manager
Southpac Group

Vasco Seabra Barreira

Partner
SBPS Legal

Kai Tian

Principal
Nautilus Family Office

Malcolm Ferrante

Senior Manager – Immigration and Relocation
CSB Group

Ambassador Jeffery Hadeed

Chairman of the Board
Citizenship by Investment Unit Antigua & Barbuda

Mesepa TC Lafaialii-Petaia

Chief Manager Business Development Division
Samoa International Business Finance Centre

Greg Reese

CEO
Reef Point USA

Jie Zhu

Partner
PP&Co

Colin Bishop

Managing Director
Reef View Enterprises Ltd.

Cynthia Brittain

Partner
Karlin & Peebles, LLP

Jeremy Savory

Founder and CEO
Savory and Partners

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Guilherme Valadares Carreiro
Partner
Oxy Capital

Guilherme is a Principal on the investment team, Head of the Golden Visa Initiatives, and sits onthe Investment Committee.

His transaction experience as a member of the Growth & Buyout investment team includes more than 10 deals in diversified sectors. For 2 years, Guilherme also played a crucial active role in the operational and financial restructuring process of an Industrial company with +€250M in Revenue. Since 2022, Guilherme has been leading the fundraising and execution efforts of Oxy Capital’s Golden Visa Funds (+60M€), having raised capital mostly from a diversified base of US private investors.

Before joining Oxy Capital in 2018, he worked as a Consultant for c.2 years as an Operational Consultant on the leading operational consulting firm in Europe, Kaizen Institute.

Guilherme holds a master’s degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from the Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto (Portugal) and Technische Universität München (Germany).

Cláudia Vasconcelos
Head of Business Development
NEWCO Corporate Services SA

Cláudia Vasconcelos is a Portuguese tax and immigration specialist, with more than three decades of experience assisting international clients investing in Portugal.

Cláudia started her career at the US Foreign Commercial Services in Lisbon and after 15 years working for the Madeira Island investment promotion agency, she joined NEWCO as Head of Business Development, dealing mostly with personal income tax, immigration, and corporate tax matters. NEWCO is a one-stop shop for international investors and expatriates in Portugal, with 30 years of experience and a full range of corporate, real estate, and relocation services.

Cláudia holds an undergraduate degree in International Relations, a Master’s in Business Administration, and Post-graduate Degrees in Taxation and Immigration Law. She speaks English, French, Spanish, and Italian.

Gonçalo Mendes Leal
Founding Partner
NSMLawyers

Gonçalo is the founding partner ofNSMLawyers, a law firm dedicated to providing integrated legal services regarding the relocation of individuals to Portugal.

With over 20 years of experience, Gonçalo is responsible for managing thousands of golden visa applications in Portugal, together with a specialized team of 20 lawyers.

NSMLawyers is recognized worldwide as one of the top immigration law firms in Portugal, assisting clients from 187 nationalities. The firm dedicates to golden visa, D7, digital nomad, tech visa, and all types of residency in Portugal.

Yassin Mohamdi
CEO and Managing Partner
THE BUYERS CIRCLE

Yassin Mohamdi is fluent in four languages, has had the honor of calling Paris, Marbella, and London his home over the years, and is now settled with family in Dubai – a true citizen of the world.

Mr. Mohamdi began his illustrious career with multinational conglomerates including ING Group and Caterpillar Financial until he discovered the power of Real Estate.

Having worked in Senior Management roles for over fifteen years, in some of the leading and most successful real estate brokerage firms globally, Mr. Mohamdi spent five of those years with property developer giant – DAMAC Properties – out of their London and Dubai offices, where he gracefully received recognition for his outstanding achievements and the prestigious award for Top Performer, Highest Single Value unit sold – leading to his admission to the 250 Million Club.

Mr. Mohamdi has personally guided private and institutional investors from different jurisdictions and countries worldwide, making successful and high-performing Real Estate investments, and currently garners one of the highest returning client ratios in the market.

A fully licensed international Real Estate professional, Mr. Mohamdi graduated from London Regents Business School in International Business and Marketing with Honors and is currently the CEO and Managing Partner of THE BUYERS CIRCLE – An international property investment and Real Estate brokerage firm that operates a multilingual, versatile and diverse team of like-minded professionals, straight from its global head offices in Dubai.

THE BUYERS CIRCLE provides direct access to exclusive developments worldwide and offers a turnkey service to those seeking premium ROI opportunities.

Dr. Csaba Magyar
Managing Partner
Crystal Worldwide Law Firm

Csaba is a graduate of the Law Faculty, afterwards, he obtained the Accredited Tax Consultant Certification. He passed the BAR examination before attaining accreditation as an Insolvency Practitioner and Asset Controller. Then he became a Chartered International Tax Expert. Later on, he took the Trust and Estate Practitioner Faculty. He is a postgraduate specialist in investment funds, corporate finance, and stock exchange. He is the co-founder of the Society of Hungarian Trust and Estate Practitioners and he is the vice-chair of the Association of Hungarian Tax Experts. In 2023, he became the Immigration Lawyer of the Year in Hungary.

Csaba holds seminars and courses about international taxation and immigration law in different training institutes and universities for tax advisors and lawyers. In the course of his activity at Crystal Worldwide Law Firm, most of his time has been dedicated to immigration by investment, tax advisory, and business consulting. He uniquely combines relocation strategies with international asset and tax planning: including handling complex transactions and managing cross-border investment issues successfully for High Net Worth Individuals.

 

Richard Hallam
CBI Director
Ora Caribbean

Richard Hallam is a dual citizen of Grenada and Great Britain. His 30 years work experience has taken him to every continent, but his current home-base for the last 17 years is on the Caribbean island of Grenada. Originally a hotelier, Richard branched out into development, real estate and more recently; business advisory.

He has played a multi faceted role in the development scene of Grenada, working initially in the acquisition and development of multi-use projects and later with government and developers in the creation of the Grenada CBI (Citizenship-By-Investment) program as a Special Advisor to the Inward Investment Office.

Richard has seen a Caribbean CBI program from concept to operation and worked alongside government, CIU offices, agents and developers. He is an Approved Marketing Agent of the Grenada CBI program and has direct, insider, on island knowledge and close working relationships with all major developers and local agents. He currently holds the position of CBI Director for Ora Caribbean – Developers of Silversands Grenada, Silversands Beach House and their latest project – Silversands Morne Rouge.

Reza Motalebpour
Founder and CEO
INGWE

Reza Motalebpour is a trailblazing global mobility expert who has established himself as a leading voice in the immigration marketplace. As the Founder and CEO of Ingwe Immigration Inc., based in Toronto, Canada, Reza and his team are passionate about providing tailored solutions for their clients. With a client base boasting over 50 countries and a staff who fluently speaks over 10 languages, they specialize in delivering comprehensive business and investment immigration services for Canada and various global destinations.

With a consistently impressive client success record, Reza and his team at Ingwe have earned the trust and confidence of international partner firms from around the globe. By leveraging their extensive network, Reza ensures his clients have access to all possible resources. His expertise lies in providing comprehensive and extensive knowledge of the immigration landscape, as well as demonstrating tenacity in successfully navigating through the system. He has set himself up as an innovator, creating and developing multiple unique services including the “Hybrid Startup Visa” and “Executive Fast-Track PR” programs.

Being a global citizen himself, he has a particular affinity for investors and professionals seeking a secure path to residency. Reza’s passion for his work and his commitment to creating global mobility solutions for his clients are the driving forces behind his achievements.

Nuri Katz
Co-Founder and President
Apex Capital Partners Corp.

Nuri Katz is a 30-year veteran and leader in the investor immigration industry. He is a frequent commentator and contributor to global media outlets including the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Financial Times, Bloomberg, CNBC, CBS, and many others. He frequently opines on subjects pertaining to immigration policy, government affairs, citizenship matters, international investment, tax policy, and more.

Pedro Lino
CEO and CIO
Optimize Investment Partners SGOIC SA

Pedro Lino is the CEO and Chief Investment Officer at Optimize Investment Partners, SGOIC SA, a leading asset management company in Portugal, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping investment strategies.

His passion for financial markets started early—by the age of 9, he was already tracking stock quotes on TV, and at 16, he made his first investments. At 26, he acquired a stake in a Portuguese brokerage, which he successfully sold in 2021.

Pedro is a Chartered Accountant, an Economist, and a founding member of the Portuguese Observatory of Compliance and Regulation (OPCR). He is also a member of the prestigious Portuguese Diaspora Council, under the High Patronage of the President of the Republic.

A graduate of Economics from Nova School of Business and Economics (1998), Pedro is a recognized voice in the financial industry. He writes a biweekly opinion column for Jornal Económico is a frequent commentator on television, radio, and digital platforms, where he shares insights on economic and financial matters.

Francisco Martins
Managing Partner
ActiveCap

Francisco has over 17 years of experience in the fields of private equity, asset management, and capital markets in Europe, the US, and Africa.

Francisco is Managing Partner at ActiveCap a Portuguese reference private equity firm investing in companies with a growth-oriented strategy. ActiveCap’s team track record over the years has enabled the firm to become a trusted partner for Institutional Investors and High Net Worth Individuals across multiple geographies.

He started his career investing in small and medium capitalizations in Portugal at F&C Investments a leading UK asset manager.

Previously, he was a Director at ThirdWay Partners, an investment and advisory firm, and worked at the Global Funding department at American Express in New York.

Francisco holds a Degree in Economics from Nova SBE and an MBA from the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia.

Tatiana Muntean
Associate Vice President
Arton Capital

Tatiana Muntean, CMP, Cert (IM) is renowned for her expertise in the investment migration industry and has an extensive background in servicing the needs of high-net-worth investors around the world.

Currently serving as an Associate Vice President at Arton Capital, she plays a pivotal role in empowering Global Citizenship in the Americas and beyond.

Tatiana has a strong background in project and stakeholder management within transnational organizations, including the Investment Migration Council (IMC), the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC).

Moreover, Tatiana is a Certified Business Coach and Motivational Speaker. Leveraging her coaching prowess, she mentors and develops sales and cross-functional teams, elevating their performance and fostering a culture of collegiality, efficiency, and productivity.

Dario Montagnese
Operating Partner
C2 Capital Partners

Dario Montagnese is an Operating Partner at C2 Capital Partners, an independent private equity firm and a reference player in the Portuguese market. As an Operating Partner, Dario leads C2 Legacy Buyout, a midmarket buyout fund that invests in diverse companies across various sectors. With over 15 years of experience in this field, Dario developed a deep expertise in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and private equity, which he leverages to drive value creation for portfolio companies and investors.

Dario has a strong academic background, with a Master of Science in Business Administration and Management from Università degli Studi di Torino, a Master in General Management from ESCP Europe, and an executive program in international tax law from Leiden University.

He also has a keen interest in family business management, as evidenced by publications in the EuroMed Academy of Business conference. Dario is passionate about creating long-term value and sustainable growth for investors. Before joining C2 Capital, Dario co-founded and sold 2 tech companies, one in Italy and one in Portugal. He has been holding board positions in various European SMEs advising companies mostly on topics related to corporate finance, acquisitions, and corporate governance.

He has also been appointed country manager for Atlante, an electric mobility multinational company, to lead the acquisition of the third largest charging points operator in Portugal (€20M+ deal) and manage the post-acquisition integration and business expansion.

Panos Palyvos
Commercial Director of Greece
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Panos Palyvos is an optimist, ambitious, and confident C-level executive with 21 years of sales and operations experience in different industries such as Hospitality, Construction and development, Health care, Start-ups, Insurance, and Financial Services, along with remarkable leadership and motivational skills. He possesses exceptional sales track records and has been recognized with four sales awards.

Panos is an entrepreneur with 8 years of experience in start-up companies, as a Founder of “theNewYou (tNY)” SaaS company based in Dubai and as a Vice Chair of the Board at Benefit Systems SA.

He is also a successful DOT connector and a great communicator who worked in global top-tier companies in senior positions, building new businesses from scratch and developing high-performing corporate teams.

Tine Ponia
Managing Director
Asiaciti Trust Cook Islands

Tine Ponia is the Managing Director at Asiaciti Trust Cook Islands in Rarotonga, Cook Islands Tine graduated from Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand as a top commercial law student and a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Courts of the Cook Islands and New Zealand.

She has over 20 years of admission experience holding Legal/General Counsel roles in various firms and is a registered practitioner with the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. Tine has won multiple educational scholarships and awards for her work in the field of law and is a former Director of the Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (Cook Islands Finance).

Matthew Smith
General Manager
Southpac Group

Matthew is the General Manager of Southpac Group in New Zealand. He is a dual-qualified attorney, who was admitted as a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales in 2008 and as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand in 2017. He is also a designated Trust and Estate Practitioner (‘TEP’), having obtained a STEP Diploma in International Trust Management in 2021.

Matthew joined Southpac in 2017 and served as its General Counsel from 2020 until he assumed the role of Group General Manager in 2023. Matthew has worked closely with many of Southpac’s clients and referrers during his time with the company. He is passionate about providing world-class fiduciary services to Southpac’s clients to help them safeguard their assets and protect their legacies through the use of international trust and corporate structures in the Cook Islands, Nevis and New Zealand.

Matthew is a cheerleader for the Cook Islands financial services industry and is attending the America Outbound Summit as a delegate of Cook Islands Finance. He works hand in hand with Southpac Trust Limited, Southpac’s Cook Islands trustee company which was established in 1982, to preserve client interests and keep closely abreast of legal and industry developments in the Cook Islands.

Vasco Seabra Barreira
Partner
SBPS Legal

Vasco is a Portuguese Lawyer with vast experience in Immigration and Foreign Investment Advisory.

Vasco has a US Client base of more than 300 Clients which he represents in Portugal and abroad, providing a wide range of legal support in Immigration, Real Estate, Tax, Corporate Law, Litigation, amongst others.

Vasco is a Founding Partner at SBPS legal, a recently incorporated Boutique Law Firm based in Lisbon, where he is Co-Head of the Immigration Law and Real Estate Departments.

He was previously a Partner at CO Lawyers since 2019.

Kai Tian
Principal
Nautilus Family Office

Kai Tian is the Principal of Nautilus Family Office, a team dedicated to managing the wealth and preserving the legacies of high-net-worth families. With over 18 years in financial planning, asset management, and private equity, Kai has built a reputation as a trusted advisor in the family office space.

Before founding Nautilus Family Office in 2009, he was Director of Private Banking at a major international bank. His firm excels in offering tailored solutions that encompass estate planning, tax strategies, philanthropy, and investment management, specializing in multigenerational wealth growth and preservation.

Kai is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM), and Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA). He is also a passionate advocate for education and mentorship. Kai frequently lectures at business schools and finance seminars, sharing his insights and experiences to nurture the next generation of financial leaders. He has been featured in various financial publications and panels discussing topics related to wealth management and family offices.

Malcolm Ferrante
Senior Manager – Immigration and Relocation
CSB Group

Malcolm is the esteemed Senior Manager of Immigration and Relocation at CSB Group, an Accredited Agent authorized by the Community Malta Agency, with license number AKM-CSBI-21, to act as a Licensed Agent for the Maltese Exceptional Investment Naturalisation (MEIN) and the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP).

Since joining CSB Group in 2011, Malcolm has demonstrated a profound understanding of the Group’s unique 360° approach. With the backing of a professional team, he assists clients by giving them access to a range of specialized services including Investment Migration consultancy, Legal and Tax Advisory, Family Office Services, and more.

At the helm of the Investment Migration and Relocation Unit at CSB Group, Malcolm commands an impressive wealth of experience and expertise. He adeptly counsels discerning clients seeking alternative citizenship or residence, while offering invaluable personal and corporate tax advisory services to HNWIs interested in relocating to Malta.

Additionally, Malcolm assumes the pivotal role of Investment Migration Advisor at Malta Sotheby’s International Realty, a prestigious leader in luxury real estate in Malta and a CSB Group-associated brand. Through this advantageous collaboration, Investment Migration applicants receive unparalleled access to premier investment opportunities, all under the guidance of one trusted consultant.

Malcolm earned his ACCA qualification in January 2017 and furthered his expertise in 2018 by completing his Diploma/Professional Award in Taxation through the Malta Institute of Taxation (MIT). He is also a member of the highly-regarded Investment Migration Council (IMC), solidifying his commitment to excellence in the field.

Ambassador Jeffery Hadeed
Chairman of the Board
Citizenship by Investment Unit Antigua & Barbuda

Ambassador Jeffery Hadeed, a dynamic entrepreneur hailing from Antigua & Barbuda, serves as a driving force in various fields. Appointed as Chairman of the Board for the Citizenship by Investment Programme of Antigua & Barbuda and non-resident Ambassador to Italy, Hadeed embodies an unwavering commitment to progress.

With a career spanning 38 years, Hadeed’s versatile ventures underscore his enterprising spirit. His achievements include the establishment of seven thriving restaurants and engagement in diverse sectors encompassing marine sales and service, fashion, manufacturing, imports, and distribution. As a registered Agent for the CIP, he has evolved into a property development and management maven, curating an impressive villa estate portfolio that includes properties owned by esteemed fashion icon Giorgio Armani. A standout accomplishment is the creation of the South Point Antigua, an avant-garde 23-unit boutique condo hotel nestled in the historic enclave of English Harbour.

Educated at the University of Florida, Hadeed graduated with a degree in Business (Marketing). He further enriched his expertise by delving into fashion design at Milan’s prestigious Istituto Marangoni. Fluent in English and Italian, he commands a versatile linguistic arsenal, extending to French and Arabic and has travelled to more than 40 countries.

Hadeed’s journey exemplifies an individual who continually bridges cultures, sectors, and languages. His tenacity and acumen make him a pivotal figure in the landscape of entrepreneurship, investment, and diplomatic relations.

Mesepa TC Lafaialii-Petaia
Chief Manager Business Development Division
Samoa International Business Finance Centre

Mesepa is the Chief Manager for the Business Development Division at Samoa International Finance Authority (SIFA). She is responsible for marketing and promoting Samoa’s international financial services under SIFA’s Marketing Company “Samoa International Business Finance Centre Ltd. (“Samoa IBFC)”.

Mesepa has over 14 years of experience in international financial services having worked as a legal officer in the registration, and compliance legal division before headlining the marketing and business development division of SIFA.

Mesepa has presented on behalf of SIFA at numerous international workshops and conferences. Having worked in all areas within SIFA, Mesepa’s business solutions and knowledge of the market demands in Samoa have allowed her to build networks with existing business partners and to develop business relationships with the new. Mesepa’s role is to increase investors’ interest in the wealth management solutions offered by Samoa through SIFA.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arts majoring in Political Science; International Relations and History and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Auckland New Zealand.

Greg Reese
CEO
Reef Point USA

Greg Reese is the Founder, President, and CEO of AmeriEstate Legal Plan, Inc. and Reef Point, LLC. Both are based out of Costa Mesa, CA. Mr. Reese graduated with a B.S. in Finance from San Diego State University. He has more than 25 years of experience in Estate Planning, combined with his prior experience of 15 years in the Real Estate and financial services industry. Greg began his professional career in 1992 as a licensed realtor serving as a due diligence analyst specializing in real estate limited partnership offerings for LPL Financial. Shortly thereafter, Greg obtained his securities and insurance licenses and for the following 15 years helped his clients develop financial plans, managed securities, alternative investments, and insurance-related portfolios. During this time, Mr. Reese also actively engaged in real estate transactions for individuals, families, and business owners.

Greg founded AmeriEstate Legal Plan, Inc. in 1998 to focus on estate planning and asset protection planning which became an emerging need for his clients. In the past 20 years, AmeriEstate has served more than 40,000 clients, providing access to affordable expert estate and asset protection on planning services. Today, AmeriEstate – with its extensive provider attorney network, provides a wide range of services to its clients focused on everyday legal services designed to help clients protect what is important to them.

Greg frequently speaks to various groups and has been a guest on several radio programs on the Deferred Sales Trust, as well as topics of Living Trusts and other estate planning strategies, including Charitable and Asset Protec on Strategies.

Greg Ini Ally became involved with the Estate Planning Team in early 2016 and later was invited to apply to become a certified Trustee for the Deferred Sales Trust. Once verified and approved, Greg and his team have successfully completed millions of dollars in DST transactions. As a Trustee for the Deferred Sales Trust Greg has successfully assisted numerous clients as they sought to exit from businesses, real estate, and even rare collectibles. His clients have significantly benefited from deferring taxes on the sale of their appreciated assets.

Greg is a lifelong Southern California native with strong ties to the Orange County area. He and his wife Sue live in Newport Beach and have two young children, ages 12 and 14. He is an active volunteer leader for the Boy Scouts of America and a soccer referee for AYSO. In his leisure time, Greg enjoys playing tennis, swimming, skiing, and camping.

As a DST Trustee, Greg brings a unique multi-disciplinary approach to helping owners analyze their exit strategies while considering their tax, estate, and investment objectives and opinions.

Jie Zhu
Partner
PP&Co

Jie Zhu is a CPA and a Partner with PP&Co. Jie relocated to the United States from Beijing in 1996. She joined the firm in 1999, becoming a partner in 2017. Jie is Chair of PP&Co’s International Department and the Education Committee.

As a partner with PP&Co, Jie’s specialties include the following: assisting international businesses with accounting and tax needs; helping international investors with tax planning and tax compliance; pre-immigration tax planning for EB-5 investors and other interested parties; income tax planning and compliance for domestic business entities and individuals; and estate and gift tax planning and compliance.

As an active member of PrimeGlobal, the third largest international accounting association in the world, Jie is in a unique position to assist clients with International issues. With over 320 firms in 90 countries, PrimeGlobal provides the necessary resources to serve clients wherever they choose to live and/or do business. The knowledge and skills of Jie and her International team, paired with the connections of PrimeGlobal, make an unbeatable combination to meet your international needs.

As well as being a CPA, Jie holds a Certificate in US International Tax and Personal Financial Specialist Credential from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

Jie is very active in the local community. Notably, in 2019 Jie was named by the Silicon Valley Business Journal to their esteemed list of Women Of Influence. Jie is fluent in both Mandarin Chinese and English.

Colin Bishop
Managing Director
Reef View Enterprises Ltd.

Colin Bishop is the founder and managing director of Reef View Enterprises Ltd. (RVE), which specializes in investment migration services, including Citizenship by Investment (CBI) and Residency by Investment (RBI), for clients around the world, and is the premier licensed local CBI agent in Grenada.

An entrepreneur at heart, his entrance into the investment migration industry started with the belief that the inflows from CBI could significantly transform and diversify Grenada’s economy. He thrives on the fast-paced nature of the business and making connections that would benefit both the clients and the islands’ economy.

In his downtime, he enjoys spending weekends on the beach with his four children or relaxing by the pool. He also enjoys a good book with his current top picks being “The Daily Laws” by Robert Greene or ‘Your Next Five Moves” by Patrick Bet-David.

Recently attaining a license to operate within St Lucia’s CBI program, He endeavors to continue growing within the industry with aspirations of Reef View Enterprises Ltd. becoming the region’s largest service provider of pre and post-migration services with expansion into the real estate sector.

Cynthia Brittain
Partner
Holland & Knight LLP

Cynthia “Cindy” Brittain is a private wealth services attorney in Holland & Knight’s Century City and Newport Beach offices. Ms. Brittain works closely with private clients in the U.S. and around the world, designing efficient strategies that maximize tax benefits for individuals and their companies while meeting personal wealth transfer and business succession needs.

Ms. Brittain has decades of experience advising high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families on domestic and international income and estate tax planning strategies, and philanthropic endeavors. Her practice offers significant cross-border experience for families whose members are multinational and whose companies have a global footprint. Ms. Brittain helps clients navigate complex issues relevant to international and domestic wealth and asset transfers. She also assists with pre-immigration planning and international corporate tax matters, leveraging her extensive experience with the cross-border regulatory laws that affect planning and compliance. She is frequently sought out by international private clients and their advisory teams in urgent, high-stakes situations to help mitigate legal and reputational risk.

Jeremy Savory
Founder and CEO
Savory and Partners

Jeremy is the founder and CEO of Savory and Partners, one of the world’s leading HNW citizenship by investment firms. With over 15 years of experience in the RBI and CBI industry, he frequently champions the benefits of global citizenship to investors and governments alike.

He started the company in 2011 with his wife and Managing Director, Helena Savory.

As custodian of a family business with roots stretching over 200 years, Jeremy understands his clients’ needs are based on empowering the next generation with self-sovereignty and the transition of wealth.

He has been named one of Arabian Business's 40 under 40 Most Influential Businessmen and featured in prestigious publications. Having lived on 3 continents, including 15 years in Dubai, Jeremy boasts a coveted global network of HNWIs, often the envy of many private banks.

Savory and Partners has coverage in over 20 jurisdictions, including Europe, and was the first firm to obtain all five authorized agent licenses for the governments of the Caribbean Islands. It has processed second passports for over 6,000 citizens with a 100% success rate.

In 2023, the company officially launched its Business Migration Division, with a focus on economic immigration programs such as the Canadian SUV, Portuguese D7, D2, and E2.

The award-winning company has a presence in 7 countries, with 60+ experts and headquarters in Dubai, UAE. A holder of more than one citizenship, Jeremy is a vocal advocate of greater due diligence and governance in residency and citizenship by the investment industry.