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The families enjoying flawless chalet service in the likes of Courchevel, Aspen and St. Moritz all have one thing in common: they planned months ahead. Chalet staffing isn’t a winter task, it’s a year round strategy. The people who can handle a blizzard-day helicopter arrival are often the same ones who’ll keep your super yacht running smoothly come summer.

Recruit early, recruit well, and think beyond the season. The best winter experience starts before the first snowfall.

Family offices have evolved from discreet private entities into highly professionalised organisations managing ultra-high-net-worth families’ financial and lifestyle interests.

Understanding key roles, from Principal and Head of Family Office to Chief of Staff, Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants, is essential for anyone seeking meaningful, high-trust careers in this distinctive sector.

Planning your family office calendar for 2025 and 2026? This guide highlights the top networking events in London and globally — from private forums to leading conferences — designed for family office principals, senior executives and advisors.

Today’s Chief of Staff is a trusted advisor and integrator, aligning business, personal, and philanthropic interests whilst acting as the Principal’s right hand.

Our latest guide explores how to identify the right mix of strategic, operational, and interpersonal skills, and why cultural alignment now matters more than credentials.

Discover how the right Chief of Staff can provide stability, foresight, and long-term value for your family office in 2025 and beyond.

As high net worth families seek more tailored support, demand is rising for roles beyond traditional staff.

Private tutors, language coaches, music and art instructors, wellness and fitness professionals, and bespoke care specialists are increasingly sought to support children, elderly relatives, and general private household wellbeing – delivering practical, personalised and expert care.

In this latest piece, we explore the latest trends and opportunities in specialist household roles around the world.

Ultra-wealthy families need more than basic wealth management, they require comprehensive family office services that go far beyond investment portfolios.

From sophisticated tax strategies and family governance to operational support and lifestyle management, understanding what separates elite providers from the rest is crucial for protecting and growing generational wealth. Discover the essential services you should expect, the specialised expertise required to deliver them and how to identify the top-tier providers who can truly serve your family’s complex needs.

Cora is delighted to announce its partnership with SOLICE, a global leader in bespoke medical and wellness care for UHNW families.

Together, we deliver seamless, physician led care supported by expertly recruited in home staff, from nurses to chefs, ensuring holistic wellbeing is woven into daily life, wherever in the world our clients call home.

We were delighted to be featured in The Telegraph’s latest article on the rising demand for private household staff amongst Britain’s wealthiest families.

Cora shares expert insight on what it takes to build and retain high-performing domestic teams – and why this discreet workforce is more vital than ever.

Setting up a family office is one of the most important steps a founder or UHNW family can take to protect wealth, plan for succession, and define their legacy.

Whether you’re navigating a major liquidity event, managing growing complexity across generations, or advising a newly wealthy client, this guide walks you through how to establish a family office from the ground up. From defining your vision and choosing the right structure to hiring a Chief of Staff and building a trusted team, we cover everything you need to launch with clarity, confidence, and control.