Alex Thompson-Armstrong

Alex Thompson-Armstrong is a seasoned professional known for scaling high-performing teams and transforming HR & Operations into valuable assets for businesses. With a strong entrepreneurial mindset, Alex specializes in implementing a culture of scale and success across organizations.

His impressive career highlights encompass scaling multi-billion dollar startups like CloudKitchens founded by Travis Kalanick, where he streamlined HR processes and instilled cultural behaviors. Alex has led numerous high-performing teams, contributed to the growth of three successful startups, and facilitated operational efficiency and innovation while reducing friction for action.

Notable achievements include establishing a world-class Uber driver program in the UK, introducing driver councils, benefits, and driving significant changes to the app. Additionally, Alex has collaborated with senior stakeholders from prestigious entities such as the UK Parliament, United Nations, NHS, and global charities.

Alex's educational journey includes certifications from Harvard Business School in Humanitarian Response to Conflict and Disaster, a BA (Hons) in International Relations and Politics from the University of Portsmouth, as well as studies in Political Science and Government at both A-level and AS-level.

With a rich history of roles in various organizations, Alex has served in key positions such as Vice President of HR & Operations, Director of HR and Culture, People Operations Lead, Head of Operations & People, and Global Head of People Operations at companies like SigTech, factory14, Faculty, CloudKitchens, and Uber.

Furthermore, Alex has contributed his expertise as an Advisory Board Member at Shape History, Public Affairs Manager at BECG, Trustee at the University of Portsmouth, Operations and Preservation Specialist at Apple, and Junior Policy Advisor at the UK House of Commons.