Senior wealth manager and financial advisor Bradley Hamilton moved to New York City after completing his degree in London. Bradley Hamilton remains involved with the British community while living abroad through his membership with the St. George’s Society.
Founded in 1770, the St. George’s Society has been a pillar for the UK ex-pat community for more than 250 years. In addition to arranging accommodation and support for British families traveling to the U.S. for pediatric medical procedures, the Society also supports the achievement of promising students through its scholarshipprogram. Students must demonstrate a cultural tie to the UK or any of the Commonwealth countries.
Launched a decade ago, the scholarship program provides financial assistance to students attending two City Universities who may be forced to drop out of college due to an inability to pay. Since the program was established, the Society distributed more than $1 million to 400 financially-disadvantaged students. St.George's aims to expand its scholarship program to benefits students at all City Universities.
New York City-based financial professional Bradley Hamilton serves as the senior wealth manager of Blacktower (US), LLC. In this position, he manages over $60 million in assets for more than 80 clients. Outside of work, Bradley Hamilton enjoys traveling the world and experiencing new cultures.
Experiencing a new culture means understanding the everyday life of the people in an unfamiliar destination. Here are a few ways to authentically experience the local culture of a new place:
- Enjoy the local food. In foreign places, food is a journey into the local culture. Because of this, taking the time to find local spots to eat is much more effective than eating at a familiar chain or tourist-recommended restaurant. Visiting local food markets can also make tourists feel connected to the culture.
- Use public transportation. This form of transportation allows tourists to observe the locals and lets them talk with residents while they wait. Public transportation also makes random exploration of a destination much easier.
- Stay with locals. While residing in a hotel may be preferred by many tourists, it keeps them separated from the locals. By staying with residents, tourists have a better opportunity to witness and learn about the daily life and values of the culture.