On April 29, 2025, Kudun Sukhumananda, Founding Partner of Kudun and Partners, was invited to speak at the “Living and Investing in a Global World” seminar, hosted by Howden Private Wealth, part of the Howden Group—one of the world’s largest independent insurance broking and risk management firms, in collaboration with SCB Julius Baer, a strategic alliance between Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) and Switzerland’s leading private bank, Julius Baer, which combines local insight with global expertise to serve Thailand’s ultra-high-net-worth segment.
The exclusive event brought together a distinguished group of high-net-worth investors, financial advisors, and industry leaders for an evening of insightful discussions on global investment strategies, cross-border legal considerations, and holistic wealth planning in today’s interconnected world.
Kudun opened the seminar with a keynote address, providing an overview of Thailand’s strategic role in the global economy. He discussed key trends and emerging opportunities for international investors looking to diversify their portfolios. Based on his extensive experience in cross-border transactions, Kudun offered insights into the legal and regulatory considerations relevant to foreign investment, as well as Thailand’s potential as a regional hub in an evolving global landscape.
The seminar continued with a panel discussion featuring respected international experts, including Ivan Lu, Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys; Tom McElligott, Senior Associate at Withersworldwide; and Tracey Mak, Senior Vice President at Howden Private Wealth. Together, the panel explored the complexities of international estate and tax planning, inheritance and gift tax considerations, and the role of life insurance in cross-border wealth structuring.
This initiative brought together leading experts across the legal, financial, and wealth management sectors to foster meaningful dialogue and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Kudun and Partners is honored to collaborate with Howden Private Wealth and SCB Julius Baer on this seminar, which equips clients with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of global investment and wealth planning in today’s increasingly interconnected world.
