Hugo Tilmouth
About Hugo Tilmouth
Hugo Tilmouth is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor based in London, currently serving as a Partner at Founders Capital and an Investor at multiple organizations, including OpenAI and Wexler. He founded theUp.co and its associated brands, and he has a background in Renewable Energy Engineering from the University of Exeter.
Current Role at Founders Capital
Hugo Tilmouth serves as a Partner at Founders Capital, a position he has held since 2023. Based in London, England, he focuses on investing in and advising promising startups across Europe. His role involves identifying investment opportunities and providing strategic guidance to emerging companies.
Professional Experience
Hugo Tilmouth has extensive experience in the investment sector. He currently works as an Investor at OpenAI, Wexler, and Spacegoods, all of which he joined in 2023. Prior to these roles, he held positions at Pavegen Systems Ltd. and InfraRed Capital Partners Ltd. in 2016, where he was involved in business development and infrastructure investment in clean technology.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Hugo Tilmouth is a seasoned entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of ChargedUp, a company he established in 2017. He also founded theUp.co, which encompasses the brands ChargedUp, ServedUp, and CleanedUp. Through theUp.co, he engages in business development and investment opportunities, showcasing his commitment to fostering innovation.
Educational Background
Hugo Tilmouth earned a Master’s Degree in Renewable Energy Engineering from the University of Exeter, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. Prior to this, he completed his high school education at Wellington College from 2009 to 2013. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his work in clean technology and investment.
Investment and Mentorship
As an Angel Investor since 2020, Hugo Tilmouth has been actively involved in providing investment and mentorship to startups. He has founded three companies and successfully exited two, demonstrating his ability to guide portfolio companies through various stages of growth. He offers crucial guidance and mentorship, leveraging his extensive experience in the industry.