Joseph Folkes

Joseph is a dynamic design engineer with a strong entrepreneurial drive, demonstrated through his co-founding of Apollo Tech LTD and CLIP Energy, where he successfully raised non-dilutive funding. His current roles as CTO at Sammy and Founder in Residence at Founders further underscore his commitment to launching and scaling ventures, combining technical expertise with business acumen. poetsandquants

With a background in Design Engineering from Imperial College London, Joseph seamlessly integrates design, engineering, and business principles. His academic achievements include a 1st in MEng and a DESIRE Award, alongside pursuing an MBA from Quantic, indicating a continuous pursuit of interdisciplinary knowledge to drive innovation and address complex problems. poetsandquants+1

Joseph demonstrates expertise in advanced manufacturing and AI-driven design, notably through his work on the Mensura Mask project. This involved developing an automated design pipeline for custom 3D-printed face masks, a project that led to a published academic paper and highlights his innovative approach to medical device design and mass customization. josephfolkes+1

Recognized for his leadership potential, Joseph is an Engineering Leaders Scholar at the Royal Academy of Engineering, reflecting his emerging influence in the engineering community. His engagement in entrepreneurship clubs and events further showcases his dedication to inspiring and collaborating within the startup ecosystem. org+1