Investible has announced the promotion of Nicholas Ooi to Investment Manager, highlighting his rapid rise and broad contribution across the investment team since joining the firm in 2023. Ooi has reviewed more than 1,800 companies and supported investments in over 20 startups during his time with the firm. The promotion underscores his growing role across deal sourcing, due diligence, portfolio support and the wider startup ecosystem.
A Broader Role Across the Investment Lifecycle
In his expanded role, Ooi is active across the entire investment lifecycle, from initial founder meetings and opportunity screening through to diligence and investment committee preparation. He works closely with portfolio companies as they scale, helping them prepare for future capital raises and connect with Club Investible members. He also extends that support by introducing founders to later-stage investors across Investible's global network.
A Contrarian Investment Approach
Ooi's first investment with Investible, Veyor, reflects a distinctly contrarian approach to venture capital. Rather than pursuing crowded themes, he looks for technology solutions that modernise traditional and underserved industries. His track record includes standout portfolio companies such as Syenta, Apate.Ai, Veyor, Unseen, VXB Inc. and Grw AI, all of which reflect that distinct focus.
Founder Feedback Highlights Partnership Value
Founders across the portfolio describe Ooi as a sharp, curious and responsive partner who asks questions that matter. Stephen Rockett of Veyor Digital said Ooi pushes the team to consider different angles and is genuinely helpful in connecting with other portfolio companies when a second opinion is needed. Professor Dali Kaafar of Apate.AI echoed that view, describing the promotion as thoroughly deserved and noting that Ooi consistently looks for ways to help rather than simply tick a box.
From Law and Consulting to Venture Capital
Before joining Investible, Ooi completed a combined Law and Commerce degree at UNSW and qualified as a lawyer. He spent close to four years in management consulting, advising ASX100 companies and leading commercial due diligence for private equity funds on growth-stage software startups. He later moved into venture capital at a corporate fund, backing Seed to Series B companies across construction tech, proptech and supply chain technology sectors.
Recognition Within the Startup Ecosystem
Beyond his internal responsibilities, Ooi is a familiar and trusted presence across the broader startup community. He regularly shares his perspectives on panels and in conversations with founders, operators and fellow investors across the sector. His belief that the ecosystem thrives when participants share what they have learned has made him a visible contributor outside Investible's own network.
Strengthening Investible's Investment Team
The promotion reflects Investible's confidence in Ooi's ability to guide early-stage companies through critical growth phases and complex financing decisions. It also highlights the firm's emphasis on developing investment professionals who combine analytical discipline with genuine founder support. As the team continues to review a high volume of opportunities, Ooi's expanded leadership is expected to strengthen decision-making and portfolio engagement.
Nicholas Ooi's promotion to Investment Manager marks an important milestone for both his career and Investible's investment team. His blend of legal, consulting and venture experience, combined with a founder-focused approach, positions him to contribute to the firm's growing portfolio. The announcement signals Investible's continued commitment to recognising and elevating talent that adds meaningful long-term value across the entire startup journey.