Octopus

Octopus Group was founded in 2000 by Simon Rogerson, Chris Hulatt, and Guy Myles with the vision of creating a financial services company that prioritizes its customers. Many customers face the challenge of navigating complex financial and energy markets, which is why Octopus Group set out to build businesses that people love and that make a tangible difference. The company aims to make a vital contribution to the UK economy by helping people, companies, and institutions generate wealth and by investing in markets that should deliver positive societal benefits but have been overlooked or have left consumers feeling disengaged. This customer-centric approach is evident across its diverse portfolio, which spans financial services, energy, and education.

A core part of Octopus Group's mission is to invest in the ideas, industries, and people that will shape a better future. Customers are increasingly seeking sustainable and ethical options, and Octopus Group has responded by becoming one of the UK's largest investors in renewable energy, including wind and solar farms. Its subsidiary, Octopus Energy, launched in 2015, is a prime example of this commitment, using technology to provide affordable green energy to millions of households and businesses. Customers often struggle with opaque pricing and poor service from traditional energy providers; Octopus Energy addresses this by leveraging its proprietary Kraken technology platform to offer transparent, smart tariffs and award-winning customer service. This platform automates much of the energy supply chain, empowering customers to use energy when it's cheaper and greener. Furthermore, Octopus Group actively supports entrepreneurs and smaller companies, driving economic growth, and invests in healthcare infrastructure like care homes and retirement communities. They also finance property investment to help the UK economy by redeveloping housing stock. This focus on real-world impact and customer benefit is a driving force behind all of Octopus Group's ventures, as they strive to build companies they can be proud of for generations to come.