#9. Quinntessential Questions with Henry Chan. Investment Gold Dust - Insights from a Senior PM
"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter and Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, talks to Henry Chan, Senior Investment Professional as he shared his balanced approach to client relationships, drawing from his days as a former sportsman. We delved deep into team management, the importance of trust, and staying adaptable in ever-changing markets. He talked about his career shifts from equities to multi-asset management and how he's built lasting success through trust and communication. If you're keen to learn about the intersection of sports, humility, and business, this episode is a must-listen.
Guest Bio
Henry Y. H. Chan is an accomplished private equity advisor with over 20 years of experience in investment banking, private markets, and strategic advisory. Based in Hong Kong, he has held senior leadership positions across global financial institutions, where he led deal sourcing, portfolio strategy, and cross-border investments.
Minutes
(00:00) Intro
(01:50) Scholarships
(05:45) Lessons From Table Tennis
(09:44) Studying in the U.K.
(10:50) Returning to Hong Kong
(11:54) Private Equity
(13:30) Generalist vs Specialist
(14:40) Taiwan
(15:40) Filling Gaps
(16:49) Sports and Management
(19:00) Inspirational Sports Leaders
(22:31) Managing APAC Funds
(26:17) Working with People and Trust
(28:45) Client Engagement
(31:50) Transitioning from Specialist to Multi-Asset
(34:00) Being Well-Prepared
(36:50) Best Quarter
(38:11) Three Key Lessons
(40:40) Client Biases
(42:30) Self Development
(44:00) Non-Negotiables
(45:50) Balanced Views and Communication
(47:42) Performing at Your Optimum
(48:55) Gary Lineker
(51:56) Table Tennis Memories
(54:07) Michael Johnson
(55:07) Taking Care of Yourself
(56:13) Strengths and Weaknesses
(57:00) Learning to Say No
(59:00) Setting Objectives
(1:01:00) Theatre and Business
(1:06:43) Getting in ShapeBehind-The-Scenes
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