Hamish Grierson
About Hamish Grierson
Hamish Grierson is the CEO and Co-Founder of Thriva Health, where he has worked since 2015. He has a background in international payments and commercial strategy, having held various roles at Travelex and other organizations.
Work at Thriva Health
Hamish Grierson serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of Thriva Health, a position he has held since 2015. Under his leadership, Thriva Health has focused on providing accessible health testing services, allowing individuals to monitor their health through at-home blood tests. The company has aimed to empower users with actionable insights into their health metrics.
Previous Experience at Travelex
Grierson has extensive experience at Travelex, where he held multiple roles from 2012 to 2016. He started as the Head of International Payments and Remittance, later transitioning to Head of Mobile Payments and Product Manager for Supercard.io. Additionally, he led the Travelex Accelerator, focusing on fostering innovation within the company.
Education and Expertise
Hamish Grierson studied at SOAS University of London from 2005 to 2008, where he earned a degree in Social Sciences with a focus on International Politics. His educational background has contributed to his understanding of global markets and strategic business development.
Background in Business Development
Grierson has a background in business development, having worked at French Radio London as a Business Development and Commercial Strategy Associate in 2010. He also served as a Commercial Analyst and Entrepreneur at SweetSpot Media from 2008 to 2010, where he contributed to commercial strategies and growth initiatives.
Involvement in Entrepreneurial Initiatives
Grierson has participated in various entrepreneurial initiatives, including the Founders of the Future program, which supports emerging technology founders across Europe. He has also engaged with initiatives led by notable entrepreneurs, such as Brent Hoberman, through the Founders Forum.