Alan Foy

Director at XOCEAN

Alan Foy has an extensive work experience, starting in 2008 when they co-founded and became the Chairman of VentureWave Capital, a venture private equity investor. Alan focused on investing in and building great companies, utilizing proven tools and methods for scaling and growth.

In 2021, Alan Foy continued their role as Chairman and Co-Founder in two companies: Vestiver and Rochtaine.

Additionally, Alan Foy took on the position of Director at XOCEAN and Webdoctor.ie in September 2021.

Aside from their entrepreneurial ventures, Alan Foy has held significant roles in various organizations. Alan served as Chairman of the Board for The Ireland Funds since May 2018, contributing to the organization's mission of supporting peace and reconciliation, arts and culture, education, and community development in Ireland.

Alan Foy is also a Member of the Provost's Advisory Council at the University of Dublin, Trinity College since December 2015. In 2019, they became a Board Member of Endeavor, a global entrepreneurship network.

Furthermore, Alan Foy served as a Member of the Board of Management for Mount Temple School since September 2015. As the nominee of the Patron, the Archbishop of Dublin, they contributed to the school's co-educational comprehensive education with an ethos of equality and respect for diversity.

Lastly, Alan Foy became a Member of YPO (Young Presidents' Organization) in November 2019.

Alan Foy has a diverse education history spanning different institutions and fields of study. Alan started their academic journey in 2000 at the University of Dublin, Trinity College, where they pursued a Bachelor of Business Studies (B.B.S.) degree. Alan continued their studies at the same institution and obtained a Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Letters (MLitt.) in Business.

Before their university education, there is limited information provided, but it is known that Alan attended Glasnevin National School and Mount Temple. However, no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for this period.

In 2022, Alan Foy participated in a program at the Harvard Business School. Alan undertook a course titled "Competing in the Age of Digital Platforms," which focused on Business Administration and Management.

Overall, Alan Foy's educational background includes a wide range of studies in business, including a Bachelor's degree, multiple Master's degrees, and additional business management training at Harvard Business School.

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  • Director

    September 1, 2021 - present

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