Adrian Bottomley

Adrian Bottomley

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Founder at Whistling Arrow | Co-Founder at 101 Meridian

  • Education

    • The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

      2020 -
      Online Certificate Course Cryptocurrency & Disruption 94.6 %
    • London School of Economics and Political Science

      1988 - 1991
      BA History
    • Sevenoaks School

      1981 - 1988
  • Experience

    • Sheffield Haworth

      Jul 2002 - Oct 2007
      Director

      Developed the firm's Fixed Income Derivatives and structured products business in Asia - before the gravy train came to an abrupt halt with the onset of the 2008 financial crisis. In hindsight - this was a blessing in disguise and an opportunity for me to go on and develop my own business in a field that I am passionate about - adventure travel.In an even earlier life, I worked as a trader and fixed income derivatives broker - charting a familiar path from the London School of Economics to the (then) bright lights of the City. Show less

    • Whistling Arrow

      Jan 2009 - now
      Founder

      As the founder and 'lead' adventurer at Whistling Arrow, I specialize in researching, designing and leading a select portfolio of unique expeditionary adventures in Asia. From pioneering plant hunting expeditions along the Yunnan/Burma border, to unique and immersive treks around sacred Himalayan peaks in western China/eastern Tibet - we offer original, expertly-run trips that will quench the wanderlust in even the most intrepid travelers. We also provide creative pan-Asian production development and location management services to production companies and commissioning editors including:1. Remote location scouting, development and management.2. Researching, creating and developing captivating ideas, (particularly in our core markets of western China and western Mongolia) for adventure, wildlife, ethnographic and cultural based content.Our particular geographical areas of expertise are western China, western Mongolia and eastern Tibet where, among other things, we are also currently developing several of our own unique China-related documentary film projects and are pro- actively seeking collaboration with relevant filmmakers and production companies.On the content creation front, I am also a travel writer and open to interesting editorial commissions throughout Asia. My track record includes articles published in Time Out, Action Asia and the South China Morning Post.Last but not least, I am also an International Member of the Explorers Club New York (and actively involved in it's Hong Kong chapter), a budding public speaker, trained in wilderness first aid and love most things related to the great outdoors. I am also passionate about Tibetan Buddhist culture, artifacts and traditional hand-knotted rugs. Show less

    • The Explorers Club

      Jan 2017 - now
      International Member

      International member of the Explorers Club New York and active member of the Explorers Club Hong Kong (ECHK) chapter. Designed, planned and lead the Hong Kong chapter's July 2017 'flag' expedition to explore the sacred peaks of Golog in eastern Tibet.

    • 101 Meridian

      Apr 2019 - now
      Co-Founder

      Every year, for those seeking something truly different, we create Asia’s most innovative and awe-inspiring experiences. Discreetly, and mainly through word of mouth, we are building a reputation for delivering the most extraordinary high-end adventures, designed for those who yearn to explore, without sacrificing the highest levels of comfort.So, are you one of the 101?

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Cryptocurrency & Disruption

      The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
      Nov 2020
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