As we begin a new year in 2026, we want to start with a sincere thank you for the trust you place in us and the partnership we share. This past year reinforced something we see again and again. Wealth is not only about numbers. It is about family, love, responsibility, and the decisions that shape what the next generation inherits.

Our work at Pacific Hawk sits at the intersection of investment stewardship and family transition. Whether we are reviewing managers, supporting governance conversations, or helping families resolve conflict privately, the goal is the same.

“Protecting love and wealth across generations.”

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‍Investment Engagements

In 2025, our family office and private client portfolios achieved double-digit returns, supported by steady processes, risk management, and consistent attention to what is changing beneath the surface.

We stayed close to the market and our process, especially in alternatives and global hedge fund strategies. Our participation in Pension Bridge Alternatives APAC in Hong Kong reinforced a shared focus: building resilient portfolios for long-term outcomes. We actively met with family offices and exchanged perspectives on regional and global investment ideas.

We also stayed active with global managers and institutions by attending conferences hosted by Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. These engagements supported the selection and review of both new and existing global hedge fund managers, along with discussions on global economics and market opportunities.

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Collaboration Practice Achievements

One of the most important lessons in family wealth is that the hardest decisions are rarely purely financial. They are emotional, relational, and often deeply personal. That is why we continue to engage in collaborative practice and mediation.

This year included additional international qualifications in collaborative and estate planning approaches, as well as the AALCO Sports Mediation Training Programme. These tools strengthen our ability to help families navigate conflict with structure, discretion, and dignity, without resorting to adversarial litigation unless absolutely necessary.

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Last year, the Hong Kong Collaborative Practice Group (HKCPG) completed several team Collaborative Practice divorces, showing a credible path for resolving complex family matters without lengthy court proceedings. In my role as financial neutral, I worked alongside the legal and mental health professionals to keep the process transparent, private, and centered on children, long-term security, and dignity.

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We also shared real-world collaborative experiences with lawyers and students through panels at The Chinese University of Hong Kong and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. In the broader backdrop, Hong Kong continued to advance its role as a global mediation hub, including the launch of the International Organization for Mediation in 2025

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Media Exposure

When markets moved fast and headlines ran hot, we focused on helping people see the forest and the trees. We continued sharing insights on LinkedIn and through the Fundadores Lounge podcast, published on both YouTube and LinkedIn. Across short solo videos and guest conversations, we focused on the questions we hear most often, including investing, family office decision-making, finance, and evolving mediation trends.

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I was also honored to be a finalist in the SCMP Business Awards for the Business Owner of the Year. A TVB interview also gave us the opportunity to explain how OFC structures can support Greater Bay Area investors seeking regulated, flexible, long-term solutions. Both opportunities were great reminders that funds and asset management can work, here, in Hong Kong

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Separately, that broader visibility was reinforced through a feature in the Greater Bay Area Newsletter and an SCMP interview on why an increasing number of Mainland China’s wealthiest families are choosing Hong Kong as a private forum to mediate sensitive disputes. We are incredibly grateful to play a role in all of this, and we are thankful to everyone who has been part of making this possible.

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Cheers to 2025 – Here’s to a Prosperous 2026!

Looking back, 2025 was defined by momentum across investing, collaboration, and public education. More than anything, it was defined by the people we are fortunate to work alongside. Thank you for the conversations, the candor, and the shared commitment to doing things thoughtfully.

From all of us at Pacific Hawk, we wish you and your families a wealthy and healthy New Year. We look forward to continuing to support you in protecting both love and wealth across generations.

Happy New Year and we are ready for a prosperous 2026.

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Ann Cooley

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