Meet the team

Our team combines deep expertise in both venture capital and social impact, with specific knowledge of the challenges facing low-paid workers.

  • Louise Marston

    DIRECTOR OF VENTURES

    Resolution Foundation Director of Ventures since 2020. 15 years of experience from charity and policy roles at Doteveryone, Nesta, plus venture building at Blenheim Chalcot. 

  • Martin Carruthers

    INVESTMENT PRINCIPAL

    10 years of investment management expertise across equity, debt, and grants for high-growth SMEs, with a recent focus on impact ventures through the BRAN Investments Family Office. 


  • Aish Moothan

    VENTURES MANAGER

    Previously a Ventures Associate at BBC and Bethnal Green Ventures, focusing on early-stage impact investing. Also has start-up experience from working in a fintech incubated at Founders Factory.


  • Darren Cockburn

    VENTURE PARTNER

    A senior executive with COO/CFO experience at both corporations (BBC & Channel 4) and works with startups across media, tech, and energy sectors.  Also a Venture Partner at Bethnal Green Ventures.  

Resolution Foundation Partnership

Our partnership with the Resolution Foundation provides unparalleled insights into:

  • Labour market trends and policy developments

  • Specific challenges facing low-to-middle income households

  • Evidence-based approaches to improving living standards

  • Connection to policymakers and system change opportunities

This research foundation ensures our investments are grounded in real understanding of worker needs and market dynamics.

Mission-Aligned Decision Making

Our investment committee includes representatives from:

  • Impact investing community with charity sector experience

  • Worker advocacy organisations and labour market experts

  • Successful entrepreneurs from relevant technology sectors

  • Resolution Foundation leadership ensuring mission alignment