Edward Bishop

Edward Bishop is a seasoned technology and investment professional currently serving as Group Vice President of R&D at Proofpoint since February 2024. Previously, Edward was a co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Tessian, which was acquired by Proofpoint, where the company utilized machine learning to enhance email security. Edward is also active in the investment sector as a Sequoia Capital Scout, focusing on early-stage companies, and as a member of Founders Pledge, a community dedicated to funding impactful social causes. Past roles include investment banking positions at The Valence Group and RBS Global Banking & Markets. Edward holds a Master's degree in Applicable Mathematics from The London School of Economics and a First Class degree in Mechanical Engineering from Imperial College London.