Clinton Cowley is the Founder and CEO of Sundial Advisors, a niche family office advisory boutique dedicated to supporting the commercial interests of Founders and their Family Offices.
The mission is to be a trusted right-hand, helping clients realise and achieve their goals and objectives.
Clinton has served as a special advisor to the boards of three prominent international brands in the media and hospitality industries. In this role, he has facilitated ambitious transformation programs and spearheaded international expansion resulting in significant revenue uplifts. Since 2018, Clinton has been supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative through the creation of strategic international media partnerships.
With over 25 years of experience in representing successful families, their holding companies and operating businesses, Clinton is widely recognized as a leader in his field. His comprehensive understanding of family office transactions has enabled him to work across a diverse range of industries, including retail: Harrods & Selfridges; real estate: Galewest Investments; hospitality: Quintessentially & Boat International; film: Red Sea Film Festival; media: The Evening Standard & The Independent; and entertainment: The Ministry of Culture & UKNY. This has resulted in an expansive international network.
Prior to forming Sundial Advisors, Clinton served as a Director at Galewest Investments for over a decade. Galewest Investments, the Weston family’s investment company, owned several prestigious luxury retailers, including Selfridges, Holt Renfrew, Brown Thomas, and DeBijenkorf.
Clinton is married to Josie, a dedicated therapist specializing in the prevention of addiction within families. The couple met in London and were married at the historic St Mary’s Church, The Boltons. They share their lives with two mischievous Bedlington Terriers, Bilbo and Winnie.
In 2021, Clinton and Josie fulfilled a lifelong dream by moving to California. When they are not working, you can find the four of them exploring the scenic landscapes, enjoying coffee in Beverly Hills, or running along the breezy shores of Will Rogers Beach in Pacific Palisades.