Mark Woolhouse is the CEO and Co-founder of Treble Peak, a private markets ecosystem that enables investors to diversify, wealth managers to connect and funds to grow.
In this week’s Founder in Five Q&A, Woolhouse discusses using technology to address climate challenges and the sluggish pace of innovation in the insurance industry.
Which company’s growth story are you most impressed with?
Imperial College university spinout Polymateria has achieved incredible success. I’ve always had a passion for this company as it touches many parts of my life that are important to me. My keen interest in science, supporting science-backed university spinouts, and solving environmental challenges, coupled with the chance to use their ‘this cup will self-destruct’ pint cups every time I visit Twickenham!
This sustainable technology company is developing biodegradable plastic alternatives. It was the first private business to certifiably biodegrade plastics without leaving microplastics. With Niall Dunne, who is also on the Global Agenda Council on Climate Change at the World Economic Forum, as CEO, Polymateria has raised two funding rounds (both of which were £15 million or above) since his appointment in 2018.…
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