Singapore, May 21, 2024 – DECODE is proud to announce the appointment of its CEO, Ivan Lew Kwang Ping, as the Vice-Chairman of the WMI Global-Asia Family Office SFO Circle Advisory Group. This prestigious role reflects Mr. Lew’s significant contributions and expertise in the family office and wealth management sectors.
The Global-Asia Family Office Circle (GFO Circle) is an influential network platform designed to be the leading voice and umbrella association for family offices in Singapore and across Asia. The GFO Circle leverages the deep expertise in wealth and asset management education provided by the Wealth Management Institute (WMI), alongside partnerships with family office professionals, banking and asset management sectors, and other service providers. Well-positioned to advance the family office sector’s growth and innovation, the GFO Circle is supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), Singapore’s leading government agency for attracting investments and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), which serves as Singapore the central bank and financial regulator.
With his extensive leadership and management experience, Ivan Lew brings invaluable expertise to the GFO Circle. He will play a crucial role in driving the GFO Circle’s initiatives, which serve as a conduit for members to collaborate and explore innovative opportunities.
“I am honored to serve as Vice-Chairman of the WMI Global-Asia Family Office SFO Circle Advisory Group,” said Ivan Lew. “This platform is pivotal in shaping the future of family offices in Asia, providing unparalleled access to knowledge and fostering a collaborative community. I look forward to contributing to its mission and working with esteemed colleagues across the industry.”
The GFO Circle addresses a pressing need for community building, collaboration, and learning within the family office sector. By uniting family office principals, professionals, and service partners, the GFO Circle fosters a trusted environment for sharing knowledge and accessing cutting-edge insights from global thought leaders in industry and academia.
Under Mr. Lew’s leadership, DECODE Group has consistently demonstrated excellence in the financial services arena. A globally recognized leader known for his operational excellence, Mr. Lew has spearheaded and completed various greenfield and brownfield projects totalling over US$4.2 billion and has revitalized finances for multiple entities, including public companies. A notable achievement includes orchestrating a groundbreaking US$485 million partnership between top environmental firms in India and China, marking the largest such project in India. His appointment as Vice-Chairman underscores DECODE’s commitment to industry leadership and its dedication to fostering a robust and collaborative family office ecosystem.
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About DECODE Group
DECODE Group is a leading international financial services conglomerate, established in 2004 with its central headquarters located in Sydney, Australia. The group holds multiple financial licenses across various countries, including an Australian Financial Services License, and is authorized to provide financial services. DECODE Group operates under the stringent regulatory oversight of esteemed bodies, notably the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).