Nicholas Foo

Nicholas Foo, also known as Nic or nicfoo, is a seasoned entrepreneur and business executive with extensive experience in building ventures, companies, and teams.1 Here's a comprehensive overview of his professional background:

Current Roles

Nicholas Foo currently holds several positions:

• Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at MORNING: Since June 2022, he has been responsible for commercial functions, helping to expand this Singapore-based brand globally and deliver better mornings to coffee lovers worldwide.1

• Investor at HeadsUp: He has been an investor in this company since May 2021.1

• Startup Advisor: As an independent consultant since March 2019, he advises early-stage startups in Singapore and the UK, focusing on high-growth go-to-market strategies, execution, and team-building.1

• Co-Founder of Takachya Pte Ltd: Since January 2018, he has been running the P&L and commercial functions of this cycling lifestyle retailer in Singapore.1

Previous Experience

Foo has held several leadership positions in various companies:

• VP Commercial at Jelly (April 2021 - June 2022)
• Head of Sales and Business Development (Global) at Duffel (September 2019 - April 2021)
• Head of Special Projects & Partnerships at Thrift+ (May 2019 - September 2019)
• Chief Product Officer at BridgeX Network (August 2018 - September 2019)
• Head of Business Development & Partnerships at Grab (March 2016 - August 2019)1

Education

Nicholas Foo has a diverse educational background:

• Bachelor of Science (First Class) in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Warwick (2006-2009)
• Semester Programme in Art valuation, art law & art business at Sotheby's Institute of Art London (2012-2013)
• Public Service Division's Design Practitioners Programme at Singapore Polytechnic (2014)1

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Foo has demonstrated a strong entrepreneurial spirit throughout his career. He has been involved in founding and growing several ventures, including Takachya Pte Ltd and arthack, a non-profit creative collective.1 His experience spans various industries, including coffee, travel, transportation, and fintech.

Recent Achievements

In the past two years at MORNING, Nicholas Foo has been instrumental in the company's growth. Just over a year ago, MORNING started selling its award-winning smart coffee machine and operating a specialty coffee business.2 This indicates his active involvement in the company's expansion and product development.

Nicholas Foo's diverse experience in commercial leadership, entrepreneurship, and investment makes him a valuable asset to MORNING and the startups he advises.