Co-founder and Partner at Mosaic Ventures, Toby Coppel joined us to discuss the venture capital landscape, focusing on early-stage investments and technology innovation in Europe. Mosaic Ventures, founded in 2014, manages $300 million and supports startups across sectors such as machine learning, digital health, and fintech. Coppel leverages his extensive experience from Silicon Valley, where he previously served as Yahoo!'s Chief Strategy Officer, leading significant investments including a $1 billion stake in Alibaba. His investment career also includes roles at Virgin and Allen & Company.Mosaic
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Biography
Toby Coppel holds an MA from the University of Oxford and an MBA from Harvard Business School. His career began in investment banking at Goldman Sachs, followed by key roles at Intel Capital and Yahoo!. At Yahoo!, he was instrumental in corporate development, later transitioning to venture investing, where he continues to support transformative tech startups at Mosaic Ventures. Coppel is also a Henry Crown Fellow at the Aspen Institute and a founding trustee of Aspen Institute UK. PitchBook FounderMatch
Thought Leadership
Coppel's investment strategy centers on emerging technologies, with a particular focus on AI and software-driven applications. He believes in supporting ambitious founders who are building impactful businesses that can redefine industries. Under his leadership, Mosaic Ventures has invested in companies like Qatalog and Hokodo, emphasizing innovation in digital workflows and financial services. Mosaic AGLN - Aspen Global Leadership Network