Andy McLoughlin

Andy McLoughlin is a highly experienced seed-stage venture capitalist and Managing Partner at Uncork Capital, where he focuses on B2B software, developer tools, software infrastructure, security, and applied AI. He seeks out 'unsexy' ideas and deeply technical teams, with notable investments including LaunchDarkly, Human Interest, Tailscale, and Coder. uncorkcapital+1

As an entrepreneur, Andy co-founded Huddle, a London-based enterprise collaboration platform, which raised over $80 million in funding and was acquired. This firsthand experience provides him with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by founders, making him an empathetic and supportive investor. uncorkcapital+2

Beyond his venture capital work, Andy is a co-founder and US Trustee of The Founders Pledge, a non-profit dedicated to encouraging philanthropy among early-stage entrepreneurs. He was also instrumental in co-founding GBx, a network connecting British founders and investors in Silicon Valley. andymcloughlin+1

Recognized for his contributions to the UK technology industry, Andy was awarded an OBE in the 2015 Queen’s Birthday Honours list. He is also a proud Kauffman Fellow, part of Class 22, indicating his commitment to leadership and continuous learning within the venture ecosystem. uncorkcapital+1

Andy's personal interests include a passion for food and drink, evident in his enjoyment of cooking, cocktail making (especially classics like Manhattans and Negronis), and hosting friends for dinner. He is also an avid skier, particularly enjoying challenging black diamond runs in the Lake Tahoe area. andymcloughlin+1