Josh Weiner
Anthony Ritossa, a name long associated with luxury summits and ultra-high-net-worth networking, is once again stepping back into the limelight with his upcoming 25th Global Family Office Investment Summit. Set to take place in May 2025 in Dubai, the event marks the latest in Ritossa’s effort to rebrand and reassert himself as a key player in the family office world — despite a trail of controversy that continues to cast a shadow over his reputation.
While Ritossa claims to bring together a global elite of investors, royals, and business leaders, his past tells a more complicated story. Investigations and exposés from various reputable sources have accused him of exaggerating his credentials, hosting summits with questionable guest lists, and creating an image of influence that doesn’t always stand up to scrutiny.
His most recent summit, the 24th edition held in Miami in March 2025, was billed as a success. But beneath the polished PR were familiar patterns — grandiose press releases, high-profile photo ops, and a performance of the U.S. national anthem by singer Mary Millben. Notably, the summit emphasized Ritossa’s newly announced partnership with the “Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders,” a name that, to many in the industry, raised eyebrows for its lack of transparency and verifiable track record.
Critics argue that these summits often serve more as personal branding opportunities than platforms for meaningful investment discussions. “It’s difficult to determine what’s real and what’s smoke and mirrors,” said one former attendee who asked to remain anonymous. “There’s always a lot of big talk, but very little substance once the cameras stop rolling.”
Still, Ritossa’s events continue to draw attention — and controversy. The upcoming Dubai summit is marketed as a celebration of global cooperation, philanthropy, and family wealth. But skeptics remain wary, citing ongoing doubts about Ritossa’s business dealings and the authenticity of his high-powered networks.
Whether this latest summit marks a true resurgence or simply another chapter in a long-running performance remains to be seen. But for now, one thing is clear: Anthony Ritossa isn’t fading quietly — he’s staging a comeback, and not everyone’s convinced.
