Rob Wilmot

Overview

Rob Wilmot is an experienced angel investor and entrepreneur based in the United Kingdom. He is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Crowdicity, a company specializing in innovation and idea management software. Under his leadership, Crowdicity has expanded its presence to the United States, serving clients such as Intuit, Meijer, Schroders, and Sterling National Bank. In October 2019, Crowdicity was acquired by Medallia, a global leader in experience management, marking a significant milestone in Wilmot's entrepreneurial journey. Prior to founding Crowdicity, Wilmot co-founded Freeserve, an Internet Service Provider that disrupted the industry by offering free internet access. The company went public with a valuation of £1.6 billion, and Wilmot became one of the youngest executive officers of a FTSE 100 company at the age of 29. After Freeserve's sale to Wanadoo (a division of France Telecom) for £1.6 billion, he continued to invest in and support various technology ventures. Wilmot's investment focus is on early-stage technology companies, particularly in sectors such as software, business services, media, education, and energy. He typically invests between $5,000 and $50,000, with a preference for seed and early-stage opportunities. His portfolio includes companies like Happl, Views For Change, and Caura, reflecting his commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the tech industry.

Investment Focus

• Early-stage technology companies
• Innovative business models
• Scalable growth potential

Portfolio Companies