Number of Portfolio Companies 1
Number of Founded Organizations 1
  • Investor Type  Individual/Angel

In his role as CPO, Willem Van Lancker leads a diverse team—including designers, writers, customer experience associates and editors—all focused on making sure that readers have the best possible experience on Oyster.

Previously, Willem was a product designer at Google, where he contributed to the vision and design of Google Maps. As a designer

at IDEO, he worked with global brands on human-centered design.

Before that, he designed at Apple and worked on branding for MLS and NHL teams at adidas. He studied at the Rhode Island School of Design. Willem was also a professional sailor and US Coast Guard licensed captain. He dreams of living on a sailboat in NYC.

Number of Investments 1
Willem Van Lancker invested in Clasp on Feb 29, 2024. This investment - Seed Round - Clasp - was valued at
$1.5M
.
Announced Date  
Organization Name  
Lead Investor  
Funding Round  
Money Raised  
Feb 29, 2024
Clasp
Seed Round - Clasp
$1.5M
Number of Current Jobs 1
Number of Past Jobs 6
Willem Van Lancker is the Head of Incubations at Thrive Capital. Additionally, Willem Van Lancker has had 6 past jobs including Contributing Writer at Core77.
Organization Name  
Title At Company  
Start Date  
End Date  
Core77
Contributing Writer20102012
Google
Product Designer20102012
IDEO
Designer20102010
Apple
Designer20092009
Adidas
Brand Design Intern20082008
Oyster
Co-Founder & CPOJun 2012