- Olympian Schooling joins Vertex Ventures
- Career shift from swimming to VC
- Focuses on high-growth startup investments
From Pool to Portfolio
Joseph Schooling, Singapore’s golden boy of swimming, has taken an unexpected plunge into the world of venture capital.
The Olympic champion now graces the halls of Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India as an associate, trading his swim cap for a business suit.
Learning the VC Ropes
At Vertex, Schooling isn’t just treading water. He’s diving deep into the startup ecosystem, working alongside seasoned investment pros. His new role involves assessing high-growth startups and making investment decisions – quite a change from his days of split-second race finishes.
A Winning Transition
This career pivot comes on the heels of Schooling’s retirement from competitive swimming in April.
It seems the same drive that propelled him to Olympic glory in 2016 is now fueling his journey in the fast-paced world of tech investments.
