Matt Cooper

Collaborator
DISC Type : si

Non-Exec Director at The REAL Drinks Co.

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Matt is the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Exceptional Ventures, a VC firm focused on health and longevity. A founding team member of Capital One, the worlds first FinTech, he has over two decades of experience as one of the UKs most prolific angel investors. He graduated first in his class in Chemistry from Princeton University.

Outside of his venture capital work, Matt is a patron of the arts, having served on the boards of Sadlers Wells Dance Theatre and the National Centre for Circus Arts. He has a deep philosophical interest in the concept of time, stemming from a fear of aging since childhood.

Unique fact: Matt has several tattoos of Latin quotes about time, such as "Carpe Diem" and "Tempus Fugit", reflecting his personal philosophy.

Personality Overview

Good Listener

Appreciative

Consensus Builder

Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. They are more likely to go for proven solutions.

Topics They Care About

HealthTech & Longevity
His current venture, Exceptional Ventures, invests in startups that help people live longer, healthier, and happier lives, focusing on HealthTech, FoodTech, and Financial Health.
FinTech Innovation
As a founding team member of Capital One, he was at the forefront of the original FinTech movement and has deep experience in financial technology.
Angel Investing
He is one of the UK's most active angel investors, with over 250 investments across a 20-year period, and often speaks about supporting entrepreneurs.

Media Appearances

Matt has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2023 - 9-2024
Non-Exec Director at The REAL Drinks Co.
10-2022 - 5-2024
Non Executive Director at Clerkenwell Health
8-2022
Chair; Chief Male Ally of the Fempire at Here We Flo
1-2022
Co-Founder, General Partner, and Executive Chairman at Exceptional Ventures
7-2021 - 7-2023
Non Executive Director at Live Tech Games

Education

1984 - 1988
Education details unavailable from Princeton University

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Insights For Selling To Matt

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Summarize the key points at the end of the conversation
  • Show genuine interest in solving their problems
  • Show them how they look good by making this decision

DONT's

  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Don’t give the impression of being unproven or risky
  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Matt is

  • Relationship and rapport play a major role, followed by low risk and the presence of proof points.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Matt

  • They are diplomatic when the need arises; they hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Matt move?

  • They can take their time to reach decisions, even while they stay engaged and friendly.
  • Can Matt take some risk or not?

  • They are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Matt

Personality Compatibility


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