Singapore Independent Private Wealth Group WRISE Forms Strategic Alliance with Middle East Insurance Intermediary & Financial Services Group The Continental Group to Provide Institutional-Grade Wealth Solutions to Mass Affluent & HNW Clients in Middle East
22nd January | Hong Kong
Singapore independent private wealth group WRISE has formed a strategic alliance with Middle East insurance intermediary & financial services group The Continental Group to provide institutional-grade wealth solutions to mass affluent & HNW clients in the Middle East. Announcement (21/1/26): “WRISE Group, one of the fastest- growing independent wealth management firms, today announced a strategic alliance with The Continental Group, one of the Middle East’s largest and most established insurance intermediary and financial services groups. The partnership marks a significant milestone in WRISE Group’s expansion strategy across the United Arab Emirates and the broader Middle East. The UAE has rapidly emerged as one of the world’s most important global wealth hubs, driven by sustained economic growth, strong capital inflows, family office migration, favourable regulation, and a growing population of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net- worth individuals. The region is also witnessing rising demand from entrepreneurs, professionals, and internationally connected families for transparent, cross-border, and technology-enabled wealth solutions — traditionally available only to private banking clients. The strategic alliance between WRISE Group and The Continental Group democratises access to holistic, institutional-grade wealth solutions for a wider, globally mobile mass-affluent and high-net-worth client base in the Middle East. By combining WRISE Group’s proprietary digital wealth infrastructure, global product capabilities, and institutional investment access with The Continental Group’s market- leading insurance and risk advisory expertise, strong onshore distribution network of over 250 professionals, and operations spanning the Middle East, Europe and Asia, the alliance delivers a differentiated and scalable wealth proposition for clients through an integrated suite of solutions across protection, savings, investment-linked products, structured investments, digital assets and holistic wealth planning. It represents a shared vision for the future of wealth management, combining Continental’s deep-rooted regional presence and trusted client relationships with WRISE’s global, technology-enabled multi-family office platform … … This strategic alliance is part of WRISE Group’s broader strategy to scale its wealth management, insurance brokerage and investment distribution capabilities in the UAE in a structured, compliant and capital-efficient manner. It underscores the company’s disciplined approach to expand in high-growth markets through carefully curated strategic partnerships that deliver long-term, sustainable value for clients, partners and stakeholders.” In 2025 November, WRISE hired ex-OCBC Consumer & Wealth Management CFO Darren Ng Wee Kiat as Group CFO, appointed Jude Lin as WRISE Private Singapore Deputy CEO in addition to existing role as Market Head of Malaysia, Pushkin Kapoor as WRISE Private Middle East Deputy CEO in addition to role as Senior Client Partner & Ken Wong as WRISE Prestige Hong Kong Deputy CEO in addition to role as Chief Strategic Officer. In 2025 April, WRISE announced the launch of corporate finance advisory services WRISE Capital to provide advisory services on M&A, IPO, post-listing & compliance (Hong Kong-Listed Companies), with the acquisition of Hong Kong licensed financial advisory firm Elstone Capital. WRISE Capital is led by CEO Nicholas Cheng, Chief Strategic Officer Alan Au-Yeung & COO Fanny Lee. WRISE Group is one of the fastest growing wealth management firms, headquartered in Singapore with offices in Dubai, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. Leveraging a team of client advisors and investment specialists empowered by technology, we provide clients with a comprehensive suite of wealth management services, offering seamless, end-to-end support, from advisory to execution, helping them to grow, manage and protect their wealth. With our vast ecosystem, we provide clients with access to over 150 financial intermediaries across eight booking locations. We are committed to connecting clients to borderless opportunities through our nexus of partnerships.
“ Singapore Independent Private Wealth Group WRISE Forms Strategic Alliance with Middle East Insurance Intermediary & Financial Services Group The Continental Group to Provide Institutional-Grade Wealth Solutions to Mass Affluent & HNW Clients in Middle East “
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Derrick Tan, Group Executive Chairman of WRISE Group: “The Middle East, and the UAE in particular, is emerging as a pivotal hub for global wealth flows. This alliance reinforces WRISE’s role as a bridge between Asian capital, Middle Eastern wealth and global opportunities, and reflects our belief that the future of private banking lies in serving historically underserved clients through transparent, highly personalised and integrated wealth solutions that protect and grow wealth across generations.”
Akshay Sardana, Group CEO of The Continental Group: “This partnership represents a shared commitment to raising the standard of financial advice and wealth solutions in the region. By combining Continental’s deep regional presence and client relationships with WRISE’s global, technology-enabled platform, we are well positioned to deliver transparent, personalised, and future-ready wealth solutions to a wider range of clients at every stage of their financial journey.”
WRISE – WRISE is one of Asia’s fastest-growing financial firms, driven by strategic acquisitions of companies with deep expertise and solid foundations. With a strong presence across key financial hubs including Singapore, Dubai, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Changsha and Tokyo, WRISE is home to one of the largest networks of independent qualified advisors. With over 400 employees located globally, supported by an ecosystem of over 200 financial intermediaries and access to eight booking centres worldwide, WRISE ensures unparalleled service and expertise in navigating today’s financial landscape. WRISE Group of companies include WRISE Wealth Management (Singapore), WRISE Wealth Management (Hong Kong), WRISE Wealth Management Middle East Ltd (DIFC, regulated by the DFSA), WRISE Prestige (Hong Kong) Limited, WRISE Prestige Securities (Hong Kong), WRISE Prestige Asset Management (Hong Kong), WRISE Capital (Hong Kong), WRISE Financial Services (Hong Kong) and affiliates including WeWrise Services.
About The Continental Group – Founded in 1994, The Continental Group is a leading insurance intermediary and financial services solutions provider in the GCC, licensed and regulated by the UAE Central Bank (CBUAE), the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), and the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA).i Built on the pillars of integrity, insight, and innovation, the group has established itself as a trusted household name for financial and insurance solutions across investments, savings, wealth creation, protection, and legacy planning.
Singapore Private Wealth Group WRISE Hires ex-OCBC Consumer & Wealth Management CFO Darren Ng Wee Kiat as Group CFO, Appoints Jude Lin as WRISE Private Singapore Deputy CEO in Addition to Existing Role as Market Head of Malaysia, Pushkin Kapoor as WRISE Private Middle East Deputy CEO in Addition to Role as Senior Client Partner & Ken Wong as WRISE Prestige Hong Kong Deputy CEO in Addition to Role as Chief Strategic Officer
25th November – Singapore private wealth group WRISE has hired ex-OCBC Consumer & Wealth Management CFO Darren Ng Wee Kiat as Group CFO, appoints Jude Lin as WRISE Private Singapore Deputy CEO in addition to existing role as Market Head of Malaysia, Pushkin Kapoor as WRISE Private Middle East Deputy CEO in addition to role as Senior Client Partner & Ken Wong as WRISE Prestige Hong Kong Deputy CEO in addition to role as Chief Strategic Officer. In 2025 April, WRISE announced the launch of corporate finance advisory services WRISE Capital to provide advisory services on M&A, IPO, post-listing & compliance (Hong Kong-Listed Companies), with the acquisition of Hong Kong licensed financial advisory firm Elstone Capital. WRISE Capital is led by CEO Nicholas Cheng, Chief Strategic Officer Alan Au-Yeung & COO Fanny Lee. WRISE Group is one of the fastest growing wealth management firms, headquartered in Singapore with offices in Dubai, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. Leveraging a team of client advisors and investment specialists empowered by technology, we provide clients with a comprehensive suite of wealth management services, offering seamless, end-to-end support, from advisory to execution, helping them to grow, manage and protect their wealth. With our vast ecosystem, we provide clients with access to over 150 financial intermediaries across eight booking locations. We are committed to connecting clients to borderless opportunities through our nexus of partnerships.
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