Co-Founder of StrachanClark, Nicholas is a seasoned recruitment professional with over 15 years of experience in the buy-side sector. He has filled 420+ mandates since starting the firm in 2017, working with prestigious Hedge Funds, Private Equity firms, and Asset Management companies across Hong Kong, Singapore, London and New York. His extensive background includes roles at Manpower Group, Networkers International, Gravitas Recruitment Group and SThree, where he specialised in Hedge Fund and Private Equity recruitment. Additionally, he serves on the Board of Advisors for BMP Wealth Ltd, leveraging his expertise to enhance their mission to become Hong Kong's premier high-net-worth asset management firn. Nicholas is also an angel investor with a keen interest in businesses that focus on media, technology and travel, enhancing human connection, and improving lifestyle experiences. He seeks to support innovative ventures that address real-world problems and foster meaningful interactions, believing that well-executed ideas can significantly enrich people's lives. Beyond his professional pursuits, Nicholas is passionate about traveling (58 countries and counting) and prioritising fitness and wellness. With over 15 years of weight training experience, he remains dedicated to pursuing his fitness goals. A former American football player and semi-professional Muay Thai practitioner, he continually seeks to enhance his mental and physical vitality through diverse activities and challenges. An enthusiast of culinary experiences, he enjoys experimenting with home cooking and exploring exceptional restaurants, as well as indulging in live music events. Guided by the motto, "If you are not obsessed with your life, change it," Nicholas embraces a proactive approach to living fully and authentically.

Co-Founder and active adviser at Strachan Clark, Howard brings over 30 years of dynamic experience in the financial services industry, starting his journey straight out of Portsmouth University in the UK. Since moving to Hong Kong in 1997, he has embraced various leadership roles across the region, playing a pivotal part in merging seven IFA companies into one of the largest offshore IFA groups in the 2000s. As CEO of BMP Wealth Ltd., which he founded in 2017 with a client-centric vision, he manages a portfolio exceeding USD 1 billion, helping clients achieve a meaningful Return on Life (ROL). Howard’s deep expertise in high-net-worth portfolio management positions him uniquely to connect elite talent with top hedge funds and private equity firms across Asia-Pacific. His wealth of experience includes key roles in various financial advisory firms, continuously enriching his insights and expertise while driving innovation in the industry. Outside of work, Howard is passionate about maintaining a healthy lifestyle, prioritizing well-being through good nutrition, positive thinking, and quality sleep. He loves to travel, seeking out new cultural experiences that enrich his life. Time spent with his wonderful wife, family, and loyal dogs is incredibly important to him. He believes in being disciplined about what truly matters, both personally and professionally. If he could share a meal with anyone, it would be Arnold Schwarzenegger, whose insights he greatly admires. Each day, he finds joy in making meaningful progress, basking in the love of his family, and savoring that essential morning coffee.