Philip Kelvin
About Philip Kelvin
Philip Kelvin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Tranch, a company specializing in innovative payment solutions. He has held various leadership positions in finance and strategy, including roles at Better.co.uk and Bain & Company.
Work at Tranch
Philip Kelvin serves as the Co-Founder and CEO of Tranch, a company he co-founded in 2021. Under his leadership, Tranch has established a presence in both New York City and London, focusing on innovative payment solutions. The company offers various options, including Pay Now via FedNow, Pay by Card, Pay by Crypto, and Pay Later options up to $1M. Tranch has attracted backing from notable investors such as Global Founders Capital, Soma Capital, FoundersX, and Y Combinator.
Previous Experience at Better.co.uk
Before founding Tranch, Philip Kelvin held multiple roles at Better.co.uk. He served as CFO from 2020 to 2021 in London, where he contributed to the company's financial strategy. Additionally, he worked as Head of Strategy for three months in 2020 and as Operations Lead for five months in 2018. He also held the position of Head of Operations from 2019 to 2020, overseeing operational strategies.
Experience at Seedcamp
Philip was part of the Seedcamp Expert Collective from 2022 to 2023. This role allowed him to engage with startups and provide expertise in various areas, leveraging his extensive background in finance and operations. His involvement with Seedcamp further enhanced his understanding of the startup ecosystem.
Education and Expertise
Philip Kelvin studied at the University of Cambridge, where he earned a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) from 2015 to 2016. He also completed The Cambridge Negotiations Lab in 2019 at Cambridge Judge Business School. Earlier, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History from Durham University from 2011 to 2014. His educational background supports his expertise in negotiation and strategic management.
Background in Consulting and Finance
Philip has a solid foundation in consulting and finance, having worked at Bain & Company as a Management Consultant from 2016 to 2018. He also gained experience as an M&A Analyst at Rothschild from 2014 to 2015 and as a Summer Analyst in 2013. These roles provided him with critical skills in financial analysis and strategic planning.