“Everybody needs to understand that global citizenship is not a luxury, it's a necessity.”

In this episode, Dr Espen sits down with Armand Arton, founder and CEO of Arton Capital, to explore the power of global citizenship. From his family’s migration story to his work in investment migration, Armand shares how freedom of movement can shape our future and open new opportunities across borders. We dive into the evolving landscape of global mobility, the Passport Index, and what it truly means to belong to the world.

Tune in to learn why human mobility is unstoppable and how embracing it can create a more connected and empowered future.

About our guest:

Armand Arton is an ambassador of the Global Citizen Forum. The president and CEO of Arton Capital and an executive partner at Arton Investments is a man of vision and dedication who seeks to involve global citizens in shaping a sustainable and responsible environment.

With a BA in finance from École des Hautes Études Commerciales (HEC) and an international baccalaureate from College Jean-de-Brébeuf, Armand's professional designations include chartered investment manager (CIM®) and fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI®), one of the highest titles of excellence in the Canadian Securities Industry. Furthermore, he is a registered consultant lobbyist with the government authorities in Canada.

Armand is a patron of the Sovereign Art Foundation and is actively involved in various charity organizations around the world helping children in need and supporting education. He is also a member of the Clinton Global Initiative.

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Website: http://artoncapital.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/armandarton/

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💡Episode Highlights:00:00:00 - Episode trailer

00:02:53 - The Concept of Global Citizenship

00:04:14 - Investment Migration and Its Impact

00:08:11 - Visa-Free Mobility Trends00:12:08 - Migration Trends and Tax Structures

00:16:09 - The Global Citizen Forum

00:18:47 - Steps to Becoming a Global Citizen

00:22:46 - The Importance of Planning for Mobility

00:29:09 - The Necessity of Global Citizenship

00:32:08 - The Role of Technology in Mobility

00:37:51 - Conscious Leadership and Its Impact

00:42:20 - Armand's Vision for the Future

00:46:12 - Message to the World