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Rob Chapman

Rob Chapman

Building AI to connect communities, fostering innovation, and driving growth

Oxford, England, United Kingdom
Joined October 2025

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Rob Chapman is a serial entrepreneur and innovator, co-founding Founders Intelligence, which he successfully scaled and sold to Accenture. He is currently co-founder and CEO of Neya, an AI-powered platform focused on connecting local communities. His career demonstrates a consistent drive to bridge the gap between entrepreneurial innovation and corporate strategy, helping large organizations adapt to new technologies and business models. joinneya+2
Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, Rob is actively involved in advisory and philanthropic roles, serving as a UK Trustee for Founders Pledge, a BrainTrust Member at XPRIZE, and Non-Exec Chair at Neighbourly Lab. This highlights his commitment to ethical entrepreneurship, fostering innovation for global challenges, and promoting social connection and community well-being. founderspledge+2
With a strong background in strategy consulting from PwC and experience in leading analytical teams at EE, Rob possesses a blend of analytical rigor and entrepreneurial acumen. His early career included working in a data analytics startup, BIME, and even a period as a Chemistry Teacher, demonstrating a diverse skill set and a foundational understanding of both business and education. foundersintelligence+1

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Dec 4, 2025