Another
A one-of-a-kind experience
in Saigon (HCMC) on November 13-16, 2023
IMI Connect took place under the auspices of Global Citizen Week to provide an unbeatable combination of two conferences across four days in the same week in Vietnam.
Where did we go?
To Saigon, the Vietnamese metropolis, for four days of open debate, personal connection, and business development.
What did we do?
Having frank discussions about the things that matter to IM professionals, connecting, cruising, and having fun. See pictures and highlights.
Who came?
IMI readers, writers, and partners. See who was there.
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THE NIGHT BEFORE
November 13th
Get-together for drinks and a bite at
On the first night, IMI Connect and Asia Outbound are hosting a joint cocktail and canapés event on the rooftop of the MGallery hotel in downtown Saigon.
ASIA OUTBOUND DAY
November 14th
Asia Outbound hosts its Asia Outbound Summit at the Intercontinental Hotel, providing the business development opportunity of the year in Vietnam.
AOS will bring together local Vietnamese agents and intermediaries, and connecting them with overseas solution providers from jurisdictions across the world.
Staying true to Asia Outbound’s brand promise, 75% of the attendees will be from the local market, giving you an unrivaled opportunity to find local partners looking for solution providers like you.
IMI CONNECT DAY
November 15th
Following up on our uniquely successful, guest-centric format, IMI Connect’s main day will take place aboard the Saigon Princess.
We’ll remain at dock for the first part of the day for the no-holds-barred discussions our community has already come to know and love.
As the sun sets, we’ll head to the upper deck to embark on our dinner cruise on the wave-free Saigon River, with the city’s gleaming skyline as our backdrop.
And, of course, we’ll determine this year’s Investment Migration Trivia champions!
THE MORNING AFTER
November 16th
Tropical Al-Fresco Brunch at
Asia Outbound and IMI will co-host a relaxed al-fresco lunch at CLAY Saigon.
This award-winning Mediterranean restaurant is a calming nature hideout within the bustling megacity.
Join us here for a final get-together with friends and colleagues from Global Citizen Week before we bid each other farewell until next time.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Four days of activities across two separate events – IMI Connect, Asia Outbound Summit, and two joint events – as well top-shelf Vietnamese and international cuisine and an open bar from lunch onward.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
IMI Connect takes place in a relaxed and informal atmosphere and, since we are in the tropics this time, we recommend light clothing of the smart casual variety.
WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
Most of us will be staying at the Intercontinental, where we have obtained preferential rates for our guests.
Use this link to book with our group discount no later than October 29th.
WHO WAS THERE?
IMI Connect is a for-the-industry, by-the-industry event. You’ll meet IMI contributors, partners, and readers like yourself.
They come to talk frankly and off-the-cuff about the challenges and opportunities facing RCBI professionals, not to make dull and repetitive presentations about particular projects. Speakers and panelists will be selected based on their relevant expertise, not based on sponsorship alone.
Alexandra Nesheim Lence
Head of Operations
IMI
THE PROGRAM
Nov 13th:
19:00 — Informal get-together for drinks and a bite at The Social Club Rooftop Bar
Nov 14th:
10:00 — Asia Outbound Summit at the Intercontinental Hotel
Nov 15th:
09:30 — Embarkation of guests aboard the Saigon Princess
10:00 — Welcome address and coffee
10:15 — Europe: Which Programs Will Benefit From Portugal’s Own Goals?
11:00 —Caribbean CIPs, Inscrutable Decisions in Saint Kitts, and the EU Threat
11:45 — Coffee, tea, and refreshments
12:30 —Keynote: How Southeast Asia’s Challenges are Shaping Its Investment Migration Market
13:00 —What Investment Migration Professionals need to know about International Financial Centers
13:30 — Lunch
15:30 — Hedging in a Multipolar World: Planting Flags in Countries on the “Sidelines”
16:15 — EB-5 Post-RIA Revival: How The Market Is Responding to the Reformed Program
17:00 — Cocktails, sponsored by Optylon Krea
18:30 — Cruise starts
19:00 — Dinner
20:00 — Desert and Investment Migration Trivia Contest
21:30 — Disembarkation
Nov 16th:
11:00 — Brunch at CLAY Saigon
Global Citizen Week Partners
As a Partner of Global Citizen Week, you’ll gain exposure through both the IMI Connect and Asia Outbound events across four days of activities.
To learn more, register your interest on the Global Citizen Week website.
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