As Chief Executive Officer, John is responsible for delivering the strategic growth ambitions of the business, and the day-to-day running of BCP. A Chartered Accountant by profession, John joined BCP in 1999, having built up a wealth of experience in both accountancy practice and in industry. He was appointed Finance Director in 2004 and CEO in 2012. He has overseen the transformation of the firm into one of the largest and most respected investment firms in Ireland, during a very challenging period for the industry. John holds a BComm and a Masters in Accounting through University College Dublin and is also a Registered Stockbroker through the Institute of Banking. Having enjoyed a successful career as an inter-county footballer with Dublin and his club St. Vincents, John now coaches with his club. He recently helped St. Vincents to their 2nd All-Ireland Club title in 6 years. He also enjoys running and waterskiing.

Nick Cullen sits on the Board of BCP as a Non-Executive Director. Nick’s blend of property and financial qualifications (Mathematics and Structural & Civil Engineering, Trinity College and Real Estate Economics & Finance, London School of Economics) along with 10+ years commercial property experience, uniquely positions him to provide expert advice on its property investment strategies. Nick has been involved with BCP on a number of levels for almost 10 years and has been particularly influential in advising the firm on property transactions in Dublin and London. Nick manages a diversified property portfolio valued at over €500m and his knowledge of market trends, asset management, risk management and value extraction will be an important part of the development of BCP’s property business.