Houman Ashrafzadeh

Entrepreneur

Houman Ashrafzadeh is a London-based entrepreneur known for his diverse ventures in business, finance, and management consulting. He currently holds several key positions, including being the CEO and Founder of Padium, a premium indoor padel club located in Canary Wharf, London. This facility aims to elevate the padel experience in the UK, featuring state-of-the-art amenities and a strong focus on community engagement.1 3

Professional Background

Padium: Founded in June 2021, Padium is designed to promote padel, a sport that has gained popularity in recent years. Ashrafzadeh's vision includes creating an accessible and high-quality environment for both new and experienced players.3
Urban Greens: As a co-founder since July 2019, this venture focuses on sustainable food solutions, emphasizing fresh produce and healthy eating.1 4
Coffydoor: Another co-founded initiative launched in August 2020, Coffydoor aims to innovate within the coffee industry.1

Previous Experience

Before venturing into entrepreneurship, Ashrafzadeh had a significant career in finance:

360 Capital Ltd: He founded this introductory brokerage firm in February 2013, which operated until August 2020.
Management Consultant at Vendavo: Worked from April 2017 to July 2020, focusing on business strategy and growth.
Sales Trader at IG Markets and Analyst at Bloomberg were among his earlier roles where he developed expertise in client management and financial analytics.1 2

Education

Ashrafzadeh holds a Master's degree in Finance from Bayes Business School (2007-2008) and a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from City, University of London (2004-2007).1

Membership at Helm

Since January 2024, he has been a member of Helm (formerly The Supper Club), which is a community designed to support established founders in achieving personal and business growth through collaboration and shared experiences.1 2

His entrepreneurial journey reflects a commitment to innovation and community impact, driven by a belief that determination can overcome challenges.