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Spectator
2 days ago
- Spectator
The lure of St James's
Procrastination may be the thief of time, but in the right circumstances, it can be fun. The other day, I was enjoying myself in St James's, my favourite London arrondissement. There are delightful contrasts, from the grandeur of the royal palaces and the St James's Street clubs to the charming, intimate side streets and alleys with their pubs and restaurants. The late Jacob Rothschild would often cross from his palatial office in Spencer House to Crown Passage, in order to lunch at Il Vicolo (regularly praised here). His Lordship never bothered to reserve a table. Instead, he would send someone across with his form of booking: a bottle of Château Lafite. Crown Passage is also home to the Red Lion, one of the oldest hostelries in London. It has excellent beer, no music and no teenagers. One grows curmudgeonly with age. Though I never thought of Alan Clark as a pub habitué, he did visit the Red Lion, where he was indeed an egregious figure – to employ correctly just about the most misused adjective in current English. But he always seemed to enjoy himself: a change from Brooks's, perhaps. St James's is also full of art galleries and someone then said that there was an interesting exhibition round the corner in Mason's Yard. We went and were not disappointed. Harry Moore-Gwyn specialises in British art from the late 19th century onwards. His current offerings are all easily worth a visit. There are renowned names: Gwen John, Walter Sickert, Charles Rennie Mackintosh et al. But there were other figures whom I had never come across (so much the worse for me) such as Herbert Dalziel. However, I was particularly interested in Harry's Roger Frys. Fry, though no genius, was a serious painter who ought to be re-evaluated. Harry's walls offer much to enjoy, much to think about, much to covet, and after those pleasures, you are no distance from food and drink. Later on, our conversation moved on to another art form: winemaking. A friend had just come back from South Africa and was able to bring some good news from that benighted land. Since the passing of the old regime, the wine industry has flourished. Foreign markets are much easier, and there has been a lot of investment. It remains to be seen whether all this will continue to flourish as so much of that potentially glorious country succumbs to chaos. His Lordship would send someone across with his form of booking: a bottle of Château Lafite We heard one depressing non-economic story. Alan Paton's Cry, the Beloved Country is much the finest literary work to come from South Africa. Everyone ought to read it. But a (white) youngster, educated at a good South African private school, had never even heard of it. Cry, indeed. South Africa has produced fine wine for centuries. But today the vineyards have spread outwards from the Stellenbosch region, especially to Swartland, which I have never visited. I am told that the winemakers are optimistic. Theirs is, of course, an optimistic profession. But let us hope they are right. The theme broadened to wine and war. During both world wars the French made remarkable quantities of wine, some of it excellent. Then again, for the poilus, wine was the equivalent of grog for the Royal Navy. If wine had not been available, the mutinies would have been much worse. Even so, miracles were achieved. I remember Alan Clark – no pub that day – treating David Owen and me to a bottle of 1916 La Mission Haut-Brion (in the Diaries, he says 'Latour' but I trust my own memory). Those grapes were ripening during the Somme. The grapes of wrath can produce great wine.
Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Artist Damien Hirst says he rejected a knighthood because he 'never felt comfortable with the idea'
Artist Damien Hirst last night revealed that he turned down the offer of a knighthood because he did not feel comfortable accepting the honour. In a rare interview, Britain's richest artist disclosed how he was 'sounded out' for the top award by investment banker and arts patron Jacob Rothschild. But after consulting his friend and art dealer Jay Jopling, Hirst declined, saying: 'I never felt comfortable with the idea.' Reportedly worth £308 million, Hirst forged the Young British Artist (YBA) art scene of the 1990s and shot to fame after displaying sharks and other animals suspended in formaldehyde. Once renowned for his wild partying, Hirst now has a one-year-old son Noah with his girlfriend of eight years Sophie Cannell, 31, a former ballerina. He was speaking to the Times ahead of his 60th birthday from Las Vegas where 'they have loads of mother and baby meetings.' He struggled to name where 'home' for him was, in part because his eldest three sons are living in his Devon farmhouse. He owns other properties in Mayfair and Richmond in London and in the Cotswolds. He admitted that he previously used to buy property 'a bit like Monopoly' - and would even purchase the villas he stayed in each time he went on holiday. When Hirst rejected the idea of receiving a CBE (Commander of the british Empire), Lord Rothschild, a member of the famous banking family, then floated the possibility of a KBE (Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire) instead, which Hirst also declined Hirst, who won the Turner Prize in 1995, used to spend a lot of time in Mexico, where he also owns several properties, but Ms Cannell does not like going there. 'She hates spiders, and we get tarantulas, scorpions,' he said. 'I even had a crocodile in the pool, so that's off the cards.' Hirst revealed in 2017 that he was offered a CBE (Commander of the British Empire) but turned it down, saying: 'I got where I was going by myself. The letters after your name thing just feels a bit uncool.' Last night he revealed that Lord Rothschild, who died in February last year, telephoned him and explored whether he would accept a CBE. When Hirst rejected the idea, the peer, a member of the famous banking family, then floated the possibility of a KBE (Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire) instead, which Hirst also declined. '...they're very clever - they don't really offer it to you before getting someone to sound you out,' Hirst said. Lord Rothschild, a towering figure in the art world, was the perfect choice to approach the celebrated artist. 'He used to come down to my house and my studio,' Hirst said. 'I enjoyed hanging out with him.' In the interview, Hirst, who once made a diamond encrusted skull with a £50 million price tag, declared 'money is an important thing' and that he wanted to 'avoid making loads of work that never sells.'
Malaysian Reserve
22-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Kamet Capital Hosts Delegates from Top Institutions to share Insights on Family Offices and the Company's Unique Model
Delegations from the Shanghai Bar Association and top EMBA programmes visit Kamet Capital to explore Singapore's growing wealth management ecosystem SINGAPORE, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As family office growth accelerates across Asia, Kamet Capital ('Kamet') has emerged as a leader in the industry with a unique multi-single-family office model. The company was founded by Kerry Goh, a seasoned investment management professional with near 30 years of experience across global financial markets. His prior experience managing Lord Jacob Rothschild's portfolio at the Rothschild family office shaped his deep understanding of the evolving family office landscape and formed the foundation for Kamet's innovation blend of Western endowment strategies and Asian family values. As a key player in Singapore's family office ecosystem, Kamet has often been invited to host sharing sessions to offer insights into Singapore's thriving family office sector, sharing best practices and customized strategies for ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) Asian families. Most recently in April, Kamet was invited to host a learning roundtable for a delegation of senior lawyers from the Shanghai Bar Association (SBA) as part of the official Singapore–Shanghai Lawyers Exchange Programme. 'We are honoured to welcome senior law firm partners from Shanghai and share how we support modern Asian families with globally tailored strategies and solutions,' said Kerry Goh, founder and CEO of Kamet Capital. 'Knowledge exchanges like these strengthen Singapore's position as a bridge between East and West in the family office landscape.' During the visit, the delegation gained first-hand insight from Kamet's advisors who presented best practices in wealth structuring, asset allocation, and bespoke global investment planning for UHNW families. In addition, the delegation learnt more about Kamet Founders' Network, a unique proposition allowing Kamet to source hard-to-access private deals and in exchange provide these companies with mentorship and guidance from established founders in the network. Two investee companies were featured: Doctor Anywhere, one of Kamet's earliest investments, scaled with support from Kamet before attracting global institutional investors. Kamet holds two seats on the company's board of directors. TopView, a rapidly growing AI firm, exemplifies Kamet's commitment to drive the global expansion of Chinese companies. Besides leading the first round of financing, Kamet supported TopView with the set-up of its international headquarter in Singapore. In recent months, Kamet also welcomed participants from the International MBA programme jointly run by Hong Kong University and Fudan University, and from the EMBA programme of Macau University of Science and Technology. During these sessions, Chinese professionals, founders and entrepreneurs gained more in-depth knowledge about family offices and intergenerational wealth transition. Kamet's reputation continues to grow among top institutions across Asia. With a focus on long-term investments and personalised services, Kamet integrates global best practices into bespoke strategies for each family it serves. About Kamet Capital Kamet Capital is a leading wealth management firm headquartered in Singapore, pioneering the multi-single-family office model in Asia. Founded in 2017, Kamet Capital is dedicated to serving ultra-high-net-worth families and individuals with a comprehensive suite of services that include investment management, wealth planning, international mobility solutions, household management, administrative support, and philanthropy. Its innovative approach combines the personalised attention of a single-family office with the robust capabilities and efficiencies of a multi-family office to cater to the dynamic needs of affluent families and founders across Asia. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Kamet Capital continues to shape the future of the family office sector, providing unparalleled support and strategic solutions to ensure the prosperity and growth of our clients' legacies.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kamet Capital Hosts Delegates from Top Institutions to share Insights on Family Offices and the Company's Unique Model
Delegations from the Shanghai Bar Association and top EMBA programmes visit Kamet Capital to explore Singapore's growing wealth management ecosystem SINGAPORE, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As family office growth accelerates across Asia, Kamet Capital ("Kamet") has emerged as a leader in the industry with a unique multi-single-family office model. The company was founded by Kerry Goh, a seasoned investment management professional with near 30 years of experience across global financial markets. His prior experience managing Lord Jacob Rothschild's portfolio at the Rothschild family office shaped his deep understanding of the evolving family office landscape and formed the foundation for Kamet's innovation blend of Western endowment strategies and Asian family values. As a key player in Singapore's family office ecosystem, Kamet has often been invited to host sharing sessions to offer insights into Singapore's thriving family office sector, sharing best practices and customized strategies for ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) Asian families. Most recently in April, Kamet was invited to host a learning roundtable for a delegation of senior lawyers from the Shanghai Bar Association (SBA) as part of the official Singapore–Shanghai Lawyers Exchange Programme. "We are honoured to welcome senior law firm partners from Shanghai and share how we support modern Asian families with globally tailored strategies and solutions," said Kerry Goh, founder and CEO of Kamet Capital. "Knowledge exchanges like these strengthen Singapore's position as a bridge between East and West in the family office landscape." During the visit, the delegation gained first-hand insight from Kamet's advisors who presented best practices in wealth structuring, asset allocation, and bespoke global investment planning for UHNW families. In addition, the delegation learnt more about Kamet Founders' Network, a unique proposition allowing Kamet to source hard-to-access private deals and in exchange provide these companies with mentorship and guidance from established founders in the network. Two investee companies were featured: Doctor Anywhere, one of Kamet's earliest investments, scaled with support from Kamet before attracting global institutional investors. Kamet holds two seats on the company's board of directors. TopView, a rapidly growing AI firm, exemplifies Kamet's commitment to drive the global expansion of Chinese companies. Besides leading the first round of financing, Kamet supported TopView with the set-up of its international headquarter in Singapore. In recent months, Kamet also welcomed participants from the International MBA programme jointly run by Hong Kong University and Fudan University, and from the EMBA programme of Macau University of Science and Technology. During these sessions, Chinese professionals, founders and entrepreneurs gained more in-depth knowledge about family offices and intergenerational wealth transition. Kamet's reputation continues to grow among top institutions across Asia. With a focus on long-term investments and personalised services, Kamet integrates global best practices into bespoke strategies for each family it serves. About Kamet Capital Kamet Capital is a leading wealth management firm headquartered in Singapore, pioneering the multi-single-family office model in Asia. Founded in 2017, Kamet Capital is dedicated to serving ultra-high-net-worth families and individuals with a comprehensive suite of services that include investment management, wealth planning, international mobility solutions, household management, administrative support, and philanthropy. Its innovative approach combines the personalised attention of a single-family office with the robust capabilities and efficiencies of a multi-family office to cater to the dynamic needs of affluent families and founders across Asia. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Kamet Capital continues to shape the future of the family office sector, providing unparalleled support and strategic solutions to ensure the prosperity and growth of our clients' legacies. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Kamet Capital Sign in to access your portfolio
