Marc Deschamps is a globally recognised technology investor and investment banker with over 40 years of industry expertise. As the founder of Drake Star, a leading mid-market global investment bank specialising in tech and climate tech, Marc has overseen billions of dollars in transactions across the USA, Europe, and Asia.

A co-founder of Chello, a European unicorn valued in the multi-billion range, Marc has been instrumental in driving transformative ventures. As the former COO of BT Broadband, he spearheaded the launch of the UK’s £6 billion broadband network, revolutionising the nation’s connectivity landscape.

Marc also serves on the boards of several pioneering companies in the climate and deep tech sectors, continuing to shape the future of technology and sustainability through strategic leadership and visionary investments.