Ian Cooper is the London-based Managing Director and Head of Corporate Venture Capital for Europe at National Grid Partners. With an MBA from HEC Paris, he leverages a 15-year background in investment banking to lead investments in companies at the intersection of energy and information technology.
He is passionate about collaborating with founders who are developing solutions for significant global challenges, with a particular focus on addressing climate change through technological innovation.
After a long career at major banks like Morgan Stanley and HSBC, he transitioned to corporate venture capital to focus on driving the energy transition.
Ian Cooper
Managing Director and Head of Corporate Venture Capital Europe at National Grid
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Energy Transition
Leads investments in technologies that support grid decarbonization and has expressed a passion for solving challenges like climate change.
Venture Investing
As the head of CVC for Europe at National Grid, he is actively deploying capital into early-stage technology companies.
Quantum Computing
Serves as a Board Director for Nu Quantum, indicating a strong interest in the application of quantum technologies.
Media Appearances
Work History
9-2018
Managing Director and Head of Corporate Venture Capital Europe at National Grid
6-2025
Board Director at Nu Quantum
6-2024
Board Director at ev.energy
3-2024
Board Observer at Luminance
3-2022
Board Director at Sensat
Education
MBA from HEC Paris
BSc (Hons) from University of Cape Town
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Location : Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Managing Director and Head of Corporate Venture Capital Europe at National Grid
