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Board Observer
Jul 2023
Governments, businesses, and communities are facing a rapidly evolving threat landscape online. The scaling of online abuse, growth of mass violence, and advancement of artificial intelligence make it more challenging than ever to ensure public safety. Moonshot develops cutting edge technology – designed with ethics and privacy at the heart – to deliver fast, actionable risk intelligence to partners.
But we don’t just understand these problems, we solve them. Moonshot is the world leader in preventing online targeted violence, terrorism, child exploitation, human trafficking, among other threats. We deliver proven methodologies which have saved thousands of lives around the world. This ranges from protecting millions from online manipulation to directly intervening with perpetrators of terrorism online. We end violence, while fundamentally protecting human rights and freedom of speech.
Board Observer
Mar 2023
CreativeX, formerly known as Picasso Labs, powers creative excellence for the world’s most loved brands. By analyzing creative at scale, our technology aims to advance creative expression through the clarity of data. Used globally by Fortune 500 brands like Unilever, Mondelez, Heineken, Google, and more, CreativeX measures and improves creative efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness across all their creative content worldwide.
Visit www.creativex.com to learn more or reach out anytime: info@creativex.com.
Board Observer
Jan 2023
Plank Hardware was created for those who won’t compromise on their #InteriorGoals. We design stylish hardware products in high quality materials, then offer them to you for a pretty fair price. Thats premium, Pinterest-worthy finishing touches that don’t cost a fortune.
Whats more, we’re on a mission to inspire a generation of kick-ass DIYers. Sick of that hand-me-down wardrobe? Hack it. Unhappy with your kitchen hardware? Tweak it. Say no to mediocre metalwork — roll up your sleeves, dial up your creativity and make that moodboard you’ve manifested a reality.
Board Observer
Dec 2022
About us
We help our clients discover the world’s most promising companies through predictive intelligence. We place them at the forefront of innovation with industry-leading insights and benchmarks. We also make entire ecosystems more connected and help them unleash their full potential through data transparency.
Our data
Dealroom is the foremost data provider on startups, growth companies, and tech ecosystems around the globe.
We combine machine learning and data engineering with robust verification processes and a strong network of ecosystems. These days, companies grow from seed stage to unicorn within a few years. Therefore historical data is no longer enough. The next big thing can emerge from anywhere in the world, not just Silicon Valley or other established tech hubs. Real-time data and predictive technology are required, using powerful machine learning-based algorithms.
Our local government partnerships form an interconnected network, sharing data & knowledge. These win-win partnerships give Dealroom access to unique data and are possible thanks to an API-first approach.
Tech ecosystems are built on talent, capital, innovation and infrastructure. These are the four key layers. We’re the intelligence layer for tech ecosystems, connecting the dots.
In summary, our mission is to accelerate the global spread of entrepreneurship & innovation.
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2025
Senior Investment Manager
Sep 2025
We back growth - and growth is driven by people. The founders and teams we work with understand that. They have pride in their businesses, but they also have humility.
Their plans are ambitious but they’re also pragmatic. We may have patient capital, but our operators are anything but patient. They’re people who have built a fundamentally strong business model in attractive markets, and are primed for further scaling.
We are primarily backed by an entrepreneur, Richard Harpin, so we have the privilege of being able to take a longer-term view. That matters, because we recognise that growth isn’t linear.
It also means we can be flexible. We can structure a partnership the right way, whether that means capital for organic growth (for new products, channels or geographies), acquisitions, or to de-risk.
We look for:
- Sales: £10m-£100m
- Growth: 30%-100%+ yearly
- EBITDA: £1m+ (in high gross margin categories)
- Investment range: £5m-20m
You can find out more the types of businesses we invest in and how we partner with the brands we work with on our website.
2023
Board Observer
Jul 2023
Governments, businesses, and communities are facing a rapidly evolving threat landscape online. The scaling of online abuse, growth of mass violence, and advancement of artificial intelligence make it more challenging than ever to ensure public safety. Moonshot develops cutting edge technology – designed with ethics and privacy at the heart – to deliver fast, actionable risk intelligence to partners.
But we don’t just understand these problems, we solve them. Moonshot is the world leader in preventing online targeted violence, terrorism, child exploitation, human trafficking, among other threats. We deliver proven methodologies which have saved thousands of lives around the world. This ranges from protecting millions from online manipulation to directly intervening with perpetrators of terrorism online. We end violence, while fundamentally protecting human rights and freedom of speech.
Mentor and Volunteer
Apr 2023
GAIN’s mission is to empower and educate the next generation of investment professionals by providing a platform for learning, development, and networking.
Through our events, programmes and community, we aim to foster a culture of continuous learning, growth, and innovation in the investment industry.
Our goal is to create a diverse and inclusive community of investment professionals who are equipped to shape the future of finance.
Registered charity number: 1182317
Board Observer
Mar 2023
CreativeX, formerly known as Picasso Labs, powers creative excellence for the world’s most loved brands. By analyzing creative at scale, our technology aims to advance creative expression through the clarity of data. Used globally by Fortune 500 brands like Unilever, Mondelez, Heineken, Google, and more, CreativeX measures and improves creative efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness across all their creative content worldwide.
Visit www.creativex.com to learn more or reach out anytime: info@creativex.com.
Board Observer
Jan 2023
Plank Hardware was created for those who won’t compromise on their #InteriorGoals. We design stylish hardware products in high quality materials, then offer them to you for a pretty fair price. Thats premium, Pinterest-worthy finishing touches that don’t cost a fortune.
Whats more, we’re on a mission to inspire a generation of kick-ass DIYers. Sick of that hand-me-down wardrobe? Hack it. Unhappy with your kitchen hardware? Tweak it. Say no to mediocre metalwork — roll up your sleeves, dial up your creativity and make that moodboard you’ve manifested a reality.
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