One part West African, One part West London, Whelan was raised in a cultural melting pot and brought up on a strict diet of Notting Hill Carnival, overpriced trading cards, jumpers for goalposts, and TV. A determination to be more than ‘another statistic’ and overcome early adversities has made him highly sensitive to the human condition. Through the power of storytelling, he hopes to improve the lived experiences of marginalised communities in housing, education, and the arts.

Experience Hunters

People are looking for belonging in exclusivity 

Insider Status

Global

Hotels and holidays

Community and grassroots

While the pandemic is firmly in the rearview mirror, its longstanding impact has brought about a culture of more intentional travel. The Spotted By Locals app empowers holidaymakers to provide peer-to-peer reviews and opt out of the commercialised experiences offered to them by travel agencies.