British Polo Day
RJI Capital is proud to announce its partnership with British Polo Day, a global polo network and high-level networking platform with a 15-city series of events in locales such as Beijing, Singapore, Dubai, Marrakech, and London. The partners have united to maximise global business opportunities and find synergies among their unique, influential communities.
“British Polo Day is an exceptional hospitality and high-level networking platform, and I can see BPD developing even greater capacity within its chosen sport. Equally importantly, this impressive team has built an exclusive offering which is beyond common currency, and which enables a unique and special level of relationships to develop over the long-term – which is where we do business.”
– Ron Wahid, Chairman & CEO for RJI Capital.
How Business Powers Polo – And Vice Versa
October 15, 2013 – In an exclusive on-the-field interview, Ron Wahid, CEO of RJI Capital, reveals how polo and business go hand-in-hand in the English countryside. Pacing up and down the beautiful polo field at Cowdray Park in Sussex, south England, tossing a polo ball from hand to hand with increasing force, and shaking his […]... Read More
British Polo Day Celebrates It 60th Event in Henley-On-Thames
Saturday 26th June 2017 – Henley-on-Thames, UK – Presented by RJI Capital and hosted by The Schwarzenbach family, British Polo Day Great Britain on the 24th June marked its 60th event. Having held 59 invitation-only events in 16 countries since 2009, the annual series of events always returns to their home turf for the English […]... Read More
British Polo Day celebrates the UK/UAE Year of Creative Collaboration
Saturday 18th March 2017 – British Polo Day, presented by RJI Capital, returned to Abu Dhabi for the first of its 2017 events. Some 200 guests and VIPs including HH Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan bin Mubarak al Nahyan, HE Philip Parham, the British Ambassador, the Earl of Tyrone and Bear Grylls came together to celebrate […]... Read More
British Polo Day Jodhpur 2016
His Highness Gaj Singh II The Maharaja of Marwar-Jodhpur welcomed British Polo Day guests to Jodhpur with open arms throughout an itinerary which spanned three days in the beautiful blue city of Jodhpur. It was in this city where Lord Mountbatten first fell in love with polo and described it as “the best sport in […]... Read More
British Polo Day Jaipur 2016
“I find an answer in our ability to make our heritage relevant to the changing times.” British Polo Day commences their journey across Rajasthan starting in the state’s capital Jaipur, The Pink City Brigadier Sawai Bhawani Singh Bahadur MVC, the late Maharaja of Jaipur, once said, “I find an answer in our ability to make […]... Read More
British Polo Day Follows in the Footsteps of Mountbatten
British Polo Day India 2016 presented by RJI Capital – is hosted by Her Highness Rajmata Padmini Devi of Jaipur and His Highness Gaj Singh II The Maharaja of Marwar-Jodhpur. Not since the days of Mountbatten have visitors had the honour of being hosted by the Royal Families in both Jaipur and Jodhpur. During their […]... Read More
British Polo Day Mexico 2016 demonstrates mutual friendship and solidarity between Mexico and UK
19th November 2016 – As the ties between Britain and Mexico become ever closer, British Polo Day, presented by RJI Capital, returned to Querétaro’s prestigious Balvanera Polo & Country Club for the eighth leg of the British Polo Day 2016 Global Series. In keeping with the long lasting heritage between Mexico and the UK, some […]... Read More
Award Winning Nihiwatu Resort Host to British Polo Day Nihiwatu on 12th November 2016
16th November 2016 – Nihiwatu Resort on Sumba Island hosted the global British Polo Day Community presented by their title partner, RJI Capital. Guests were welcomed by James McBride, Managing Partner of Nihiwatu who was recently bestowed the title of Number One Independent Hotelier in the World by Hotels magazine, so it was an honour […]... Read More
British Polo Day returns to the Americas for the 5th British Polo Day Mexico
14th November 2016 – British Polo Day Mexico 2016 is set to mark the fifth British Polo Day to take place at Balvanera Polo & Country Club preceded by a 3-day itinerary in San Miguel de Allende. With its cobbled streets and culture, San Miguel de Allende is a fitting location to base guests with […]... Read More
The Fifth British Polo Day Singapore Celebrates a Half-Decade of Unity between Britain and Singapore
7th November 2016 – On Saturday, 5th November, at this decisive time in Britain and Singapore’s relations, the Asian leg of British Polo Day’s Global Series – presented by RJI Capital – returned to Singapore Polo Club for the fifth British Polo Day Singapore. With over 20 leading global brands and some 240 guests and […]... Read More
British Polo Day Singapore Champions British Brands on Saturday, 5 th November 2016
Global Presenting Partner RJI Capital and global partners bring together the best of British brand heritage and craft 17 th October 2016 – After celebrating the 52 nd event, the momentum picks up as British Polo Day heads to Singapore. The event marks the fifth British Polo Day to take place in Singapore and proudly […]... Read More
British Polo Day Closes The Summer In Style with RJI Capital in The French Riviera
Flying the British flag in Europe, British Polo Day and RJI Capital brought together the prominent and powerful to enjoy the final days of summer with a luxurious experience taking them from St Tropez to Monte Carlo. On Friday 23rd September, guests gathered for an intimate drinks party in the enchanting gardens of the Hanbury’s […]... Read More
NUO Hotel Beijing helps British Polo Day Pioneer British Brand Platform in China
On Saturday, 3 September, the ever-growing British Polo Day Global Series returned to Beijing’s prestigious Tang Polo Club for the sixth British Polo Day China, and the Official Hotel Partner, NUO Hotel Beijing, was honoured to play an integral role in the day, together with Harrods and Bentley, among other brands, to make this event […]... Read More
British Polo Day Triumphs In Beijing
The ‘power of the horse as an international language,’ a key philosophy behind British Polo Day, has just been put to the test in Beijing, where, alongside the polo, British luxury sponsors – the likes of Harrods, Bentley, Royal Salute, RJI Capital and more are hoping to reach some of the world’s key influencers. The company celebrated […]... Read More
The Sixth British Polo Day China Encourages the “Golden Age” between Britain and China
At this decisive time in British and Chinese relations, British Polo Day China successfully celebrated the continued trust between two horse-loving nations. British Polo Day China – presented by RJI Capital – brought international and national guests together over a stimulating three day itinerary promoting ties between Britain and China through an appreciation of craft, […]... Read More
British Polo Day’s Auspicious 50th Event Drives the Momentum of British Brands in the Global Arena
At this crucial time in British history, British Polo Day has successfully orchestrated a platform on which British brands can be championed on a global scale. It is by no means a coincidence that the 50th British Polo Day delivered a noticeably powerful change of gear to what is becoming one of the world’s most […]... Read More
A Celebration of British Polo Day’s 50th Global Event
British Polo Day’s 50th global event – presented by RJI Capital – will be a suitably prestigious celebration of what has become a powerful global platform on which its partners have earned access to the world’s movers and shakers in emerging markets. The achievements made to date have been underlined this year by RJI Capital’s […]... Read More
British Polo Day and RJI Capital announce their title partnership for 2016 and a new high-goal polo team
Abu Dhabi – Dubai – Great Britain – China – French Riviera – Singapore – Sumba Island – Mexico – India London, June 6, 2016 – RJI Capital, the international merchant banking firm with a premium track record in new market entry and international transactions, announces its headline sponsorship of British Polo Day and a […]... Read More
Billionaire guests, Champagne on tap and an auction where the bidding starts at £20,000 – British Polo Day in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
You can apply for an invite, but that certainly does not mean you will make it on to the guest list. Welcome to the fabulous world of British Polo Day – the globe-trotting, megabucks networking road show celebrating the best and the highest of high-end and promoting Britain’s most exciting firms worldwide. Now in its […]... Read More
British Polo Day India Celebrates Rajasthan’s Finest Heritage Under the High Patronage of the Royal Families of Jaipur and Jodhpur
20th December 2015 – British Polo Day – presented by Royal Salute – marked a significant year in British-Indian relations with its inaugural Jaipur event taking place from 10th to 12th December and 5th Anniversary Jodhpur event, taking place from 16th to 18th December. British Polo Day marked its fifth event with a preceding itinerary […]... Read More
British Polo Day Mexico 2015 Demonstrates Mutual Friendship and Solidarity Between Mexico and UK in Celebration of the Dual Year
Saturday 28th November: British Polo Day, presented by Land Rover, returned to Querétaro’s prestigious Balvanera Polo & Country Club for the ninth leg of the British Polo Day 2015 Global Series. In celebration of The Dual Year between Mexico and The UK, some 400 guests and VIPS including Cecilia Suárez, Alex Popa, Chepo de Alba, Chevy […]... Read More
A Historic Opening for Sumbanese Polo with a Unique British Polo Day
On Saturday 7th November, British Polo Day staged its inaugural Indonesian event and very first ‘Global Gathering’ at Nihiwatu, Sumba Island. Guests including Nihiwatu Managing Partner James McBride, Peter Prentice Royal Salute Ambassador and Chairman of the Keepers of the Quaich, George Kappaz Chairman and CEO of Astrata Group, philanthropist Gerry Smurfit, professional surfer Anastasia […]... Read More
A Historic Opening for Sumbanese Polo with a Unique British Polo Day
On Saturday 7th November, British Polo Day staged its inaugural Indonesian event and very first ‘Global Gathering’ at Nihiwatu, Sumba Island. Guests including Nihiwatu Managing Partner James McBride, Peter Prentice Royal Salute Ambassador and Chairman of the Keepers of the Quaich, George Kappaz Chairman and CEO of Astrata Group, philanthropist Gerry Smurfit, professional surfer Anastasia […]... Read More
British Polo Day Returns to Singapore to Celebrate the Golden Jubilee
Saturday 31st October: Today, the Asian leg of British Polo Day’s Global Series – presented by Land Rover – returned to Singapore Polo Club for the fourth British Polo Day Singapore. Over 30 leading global brands and some 500 guests and VIPs including Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger, Iqbal Jumabhoy, Ameerali Jumabhoy, Vinod Kumar, the Duke of Argyll, Jo […]... Read More
British Polo Day Pioneers British Brand Platform in China
Leading British brands celebrate shared hallmarks of craft, heritage and tradition On Sunday 13th September, the ever-growing British Polo Day Global Series – presented by Land Rover – returned to Beijing’s prestigious Tang Polo Club for the fifth British Polo Day China. Kindly hosted by Owner of Tang Polo Club and China’s most esteemed polo player Mr Shilai Liu, some 500 guests and VIPs including HRH SAR Samdech Preah Mohessara Chakrapong Norodom, HRH […]... Read More
British Polo Day Marks Singapore’s Jubilee Year with a Global Celebration of Horsemanship
Global Presenting Partner Land Rover and 30 partners bring together the best of British brand heritage and craft 16th September 2015 – On Saturday 31st October 2015, the Asian leg of British Polo Day’s Global Series continues with the return of British Polo Day Singapore. The event marks the fourth British Polo Day to take […]... Read More
British Polo Day Comes of Age with the Announcement of Its Seminal Partnership with RJI Capital
Just four years since Britannia Elevation officially founded The British Polo Day, this global platform for elite engagement in emerging and interesting markets has come of age. Following the home leg of its Global Series – British Polo Day Great Britain – British Polo Day is delighted to announce a highly-significant new partnership with RJI […]... Read More
RJI Capital Celebrates British Polo Day 2015 in London
RJI Capital CEO Ron Wahid celebrated the company’s partnership with British Polo Day, attending the British Polo Day Great Britain event on Saturday 20th June 2015 at The River Field, Black Bears, Henley-on-Thames.... Read More
RJI Capital Announces Partnership with British Polo Day
British Polo Day comes of age with the announcement of its seminal partnership with RJI Capital Just four years since Britannia Elevation officially founded The British Polo Day, this global platform for elite engagement in emerging and interesting markets has come of age. Following the home leg of its Global Series – British Polo Day […]... Read More
British Polo Day Great Britain Celebrates Ties with Mexico in a Blend of True Horsemanship, Culinary Talent and Philanthropy
In celebration of the Dual Year of Mexico and the UK, this year’s British Polo Day Great Britain – presented by Land Rover – had a decidedly Mexican twist, albeit with a British shower or two! Yesterday (Saturday 20th June), VIP and guests including host Urs Schwarzenbach, HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh, The Marquess of Blandford, […]... Read More