Your Child Has Been Accepted in a Great University – Now What Next?

FLO Chennai, under the guidance of Chairperson Ms. Divya Abhishek, organized a business networking event titled “Your Child Has Been Accepted in a Great University – Now What Next?”, at Hyatt Regency Chennai. With 70 attendees, the event was held in collaboration with Henley & Partners and CanAm Enterprises, addressing critical topics such as global mobility, education, citizenship programs, and succession planning.

The session brought together prominent speakers and experts to provide valuable insights into challenges faced by families and high-net-worth individuals when planning for global opportunities.

The event started with a session by Mr. Anurag Manakikar, Associate Director, Private Clients India at Henley & Partners. He shared insights on permanent residence and citizenship, including nuances such as the absence of dual citizenship in India, limitations on purchasing agricultural land, and opportunities for business and global mobility.

Following this, Mr. Praveen Krishnamurthy, also an Associate Director at Henley & Partners, elaborated on global mobility programs, leading residence and citizenship options, and visa-free access to over 150 countries. He emphasized Australia’s Global Talent Independent (GTI) program and how such programs support education and business opportunities globally.

Mr. Piyush Gupta, Vice President of Business Development, India & Middle East at CanAm Enterprises, provided a comprehensive overview of the EB-5 Investor Visa program. He explained the process, the benefits of concurrent filing, and how the program helps overcome challenges faced by foreign students, such as securing H1B visas.

Ms. Bijal Ajinkya, Partner at Khaitan & Co., addressed the audience on the importance of immigration, estate, and succession planning.

The panel discussion was moderated by Ms. Subathra Mylsamy, Legal & Policy Advocacy Vertical Head of FLO Chennai, who steered the conversation with thought-provoking questions. These included inquiries about investment migration as a tool for business expansion, the evaluation parameters for the EB-5 program, and the timing and key considerations for succession planning. Her moderation ensured a balanced exploration of both business strategies and personal planning for the audience.

The event concluded with an engaging Q&A session where attendees interacted with the panelists, followed by closing remarks summarizing the opportunities investment migration provides.