On February 10, as the Family Offices & Asset Management Summit drew to a close, Luxembourg brought together over 220 senior professionals from across the European wealth management ecosystem.
Private bankers, CIOs, family officers, alternative investment specialists, insurers, and strategic partners gathered for an evening focused on recognizing those setting clear standards in performance, service quality, and long-term value creation.
Beyond the awards themselves, the evening highlighted strong leadership, relevant innovation, and consistent delivery in a demanding market environment.
More than a celebration, it was a snapshot of an industry driven by discipline, expertise, and a long-term commitment to clients.
Strategic Investment & Advisory Awards
Honoring those who set the investment standards of tomorrow
Chief Investment Officer of the Year
Winner: Nikola Krstic – Midas Wealth Management
A clear investment vision, disciplined portfolio construction, and the ability to deliver long-term performance in volatile markets earned Nikola Krstic this year’s top CIO distinction—a recognition from peers who understand the complexity of today’s investment landscape.
Nominees: Kneip Management, HEDON Family Office
Advisory Firm of the Year
Winner: Baker McKenzie
Praised for its strategic depth and international expertise, Baker McKenzie stood out for helping families and investors navigate complex cross-border structures with clarity and confidence.
Nominee: HSBC Private Bank
Alternative Investment Firm of the Year
Winner: Openstone
From private equity to private debt and real assets, Openstone has become a key gateway to alternative investments—recognized for innovation, access, and consistent results.
Nominees: HSBC Private Bank, Pure Capital
Wealth Management Firm of the Year
Winner: CA Indosuez Wealth
Celebrated for combining investment expertise, personalized advisory services, and a long-term relationship mindset that remains the cornerstone of private banking excellence.
Nominees: HSBC Private Bank, Probus Pleion
Ecosystem Builders & Strategic Partners
Behind every strong wealth platform lies an ecosystem of service providers, innovators, and infrastructure leaders.
Asset Servicing Partner of the Year
Winner: Indosuez Fund Solutions
Recognized for its operational excellence and its essential role in supporting asset managers and investors across Luxembourg’s financial hub.
Nominees: Vault AM, BEV Capital
Private Bank of the Year
Winner: Bank Julius Baer Europe
Honored for its premium advisory model, innovative wealth solutions, and exceptional client experience across generations.
Nominees: EFG Bank Luxembourg, Quintet Private Bank
Wealth Insurance Partner of the Year
Winner: Utmost
A strategic player in international wealth planning, recognized for protecting family capital and facilitating succession with precision and flexibility.
Nominees: WEALINS, La Mondiale Europartner
WealthTech Award
Winner: Karbonalpha
Where finance meets data intelligence — Karbonalpha was recognized for helping investors integrate climate risk into smarter portfolio decisions.
Nominees: Abbove, Flanks
Distribution & Intermediation Partner of the Year
Winner: Openstone
Recognized for connecting asset managers and professional investors with efficiency, transparency, and scale.
Nominees: KMC Finance, Capital Management France
Family Office & Wealth Leadership
Celebrating those who steward wealth across generations
Wealth Innovation Award of the Year
Winner: Odax Wealth Partners
Recognized for redefining advisory models around innovation, alignment of interests, and long-term client value.
Nominees: Abbove, WEALINS
Rising Family Office of the Year
Winner: Ploovers
A fast-growing family office praised for its strong governance, disciplined strategy, and ambitious vision.
Nominees: Sapians, AETOS MFO
Next Generation Family Office of the Year
Winner: Sapians
A symbol of modern family office leadership—blending technology, transparency, and forward-thinking governance.
Nominees: Octave Family Office, Come Maison Financière
Family Office of the Year
Winner: Come Maison Financière
Celebrated for outstanding wealth governance, long-term investment strategy, and true multi-generational stewardship.
Nominees: Family Partners, Stonehage Fleming
More than awards, a defining moment for the industry
The Luxembourg Wealth Management Awards go beyond trophies.
They highlight the foundations of a strong and sustainable industry:
Long-term trust between clients and partners
Practical innovation that enhances investment strategies
Leadership focused on continuity and responsibility
The evening brought together a community built on expertise, high standards, and shared ambition, and reaffirmed Luxembourg’s central role in European wealth management.
We look forward to the next edition and to continuing to recognize those driving the industry forward.
