Tom Capon is a Principal at Optum Ventures in London, focusing on global investments. He previously held roles at Oxford Science Enterprises, Legal & General, and Ernst and Young.
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Strategy & Transactions at Ernst and Young; Venture Capital Portfolio Manager at Legal& General (L&G); Investment Manager at Oxford Science Enterprises.
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