Andrew Robb
Angel Investor
Current investment sectors
Angel investments
Andrew Robb has been an angel investor in the following startups:
GetHarley
London-based online platform, GetHarley, secures $52M in funding led by Index Ventures, as they aim to double growth in the next 12 months and expand worldwide with personalized product recommendations and virtual skin consultations.
Patch
Patch, the London-based company revolutionizing workspaces with community and events, secures £3M in funding to expand its network and launch new locations across the UK.
Plain
Plain lands $15M in funding led by Battery Ventures, aiming to reshape B2B support with AI-driven solutions and expand to San Francisco!
Sprout
Sprout is shaking up the investment world by securing $1 million in Pre-Seed funding, aiming to democratize venture capital access for underserved investors and revolutionize private market opportunities.
Super Payments
Super Payments secures $27 million in funding to revolutionize online transactions and drive positive change in the competitive payments industry.
Sylvera
Sylvera secures $57 million in Series B funding to scale its carbon credit ratings platform and drive climate action investments, making waves in the fight against climate change.
- Colette
- Localyze
- Avant Arte
- Bridebook
- Gaia
- Hubble
- Otta
- Sequence
- The Garden
Who is this angel investor?
Andrew Robb is an angel investor based in London, in the UK.
Andrew Robb, a prominent figure in the world of angel investing, has left an indelible mark on the startup landscape with his strategic investments in innovative ventures.
Boasting a profound connection to marketplaces, Robb has strategically supported and invested in a range of startups, including GetHarley, Super Payments, and others
This article delves into his notable contributions, exploring his involvement in shaping the trajectory of startups and his pivotal role in the success of companies like Farfetch.
With a background spanning strategy consulting, digital music startups, and leadership in e-commerce, Robb's diverse expertise and passion for technology-led businesses make him a key player in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Angel investment: GetHarley
Founded in 2019 by Charmaine Chow, GetHarley is a platform that connects consumers with skin care clinicians, including dermatologists and plastic surgeons.
Users can access qualified professionals who provide recommendations for skincare products and treatments for various conditions such as acne, uneven skin tone, hyperpigmentation, rosacea, and melasma.
GetHarley has a strong angel investor base including Andrew Robb but also Sian Keane, John Veichmanis, Vincenzo Iozzo, James Vincent.
Angel investment: Super Payments
Launched in 2021 by Samir Desai, renowned for his role at Funding Circle, SuperPayments has built a marketplace centred around payment processing.
The platform connects brands, offering them a fresh distribution channel to reach consumers. A distinctive feature of SuperPayments is its provision of cashback to consumers upon making purchases through the platform.
Andrew Robb was an angel investor in Super Payments along with Sir Ron Kalifa OBE, Edward Wray, Peter Jackson, Gokul Rajaram, and Maria Raga.
Andrew and Farfetch
Andrew played a pivotal role in leading Farfetch as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Board member for over a decade, guiding the company from Series A to a successful $6 billion IPO in New York.
In this role, he oversaw marketing, operations, international, and VIP teams, contributing to Farfetch's emergence as a global leader in luxury fashion e-commerce.
With over 20 years of experience in e-commerce, Andrew began his career with Gemini Consulting and later served as Business Development Director at Peoplesound.com, a digital music startup. He also worked in the category development team of eBay Australia and served as the Managing Director of Cocosa.com.
In addition to his achievements at Farfetch, Andrew has founded a fashion e-commerce startup and played a key role in driving category development for eBay in Australia during its hyper-growth phase.
Andrew’s background
Andrew's educational background includes a B.A. from the University of Oxford and an M.B.A. from INSEAD. As a senior leader in e-commerce, his strengths encompass leadership, general management, strategy, marketing, product development, business development, strategic partnerships, and venture financing.
He shows a passion for creating and growing technology-led businesses through building exceptional teams.
Overall, Andrew Robb brings a diverse mix of experience gained from strategy consulting, a digital music startup, a leading e-commerce company, and the UK's largest magazine publisher. His overarching goal is to create new businesses, products, and services that add value to people and businesses.
