Daren Guo - Co-Founder and Startup Advisor

Professional Overview

Daren Guo is an experienced entrepreneur and startup advisor with a strong background in growth strategy, cross-border operations, and early-stage investments. As the Co-Founder of Reap, he is responsible for driving the company's strategic vision and overseeing its expansion across Asia. Daren also serves as an Advisor to Shuga and an Investor at ShopBack, leveraging his expertise to guide the growth and development of these innovative startups.

Experience Summary

Current Roles

Co-Founder, Reap (2018 - Present)

• Spearheaded the founding and launch of Reap, a fintech startup focused on cross-border payment solutions and growth enablement for businesses

• Oversees the company's strategic direction, market expansion, and partnership development across Asia

• Leads the execution of key growth initiatives, including product innovation, customer acquisition, and operational optimization

Advisor, Shuga (2017 - Present)

• Provides strategic guidance and mentorship to the Shuga team, a leading retail technology startup in Southeast Asia

• Advises on product roadmap, growth strategy, and market expansion initiatives to drive the company's continued success

Investor, ShopBack (2017 - Present)

• Leverages extensive expertise in the e-commerce and fintech sectors to support the growth and development of ShopBack, a prominent cashback and rewards platform

Previous Roles

Growth - Southeast Asia, HK, China Cross-Border, Stripe (2016 - 2018)

• Played a key role in driving Stripe's expansion across Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and China, identifying new market opportunities and spearheading strategic initiatives

• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to optimize payment solutions and enable seamless cross-border transactions for Stripe's global clientele

Growth, Stripe (2014 - 2016)

• Contributed to the growth and development of Stripe's global payment platform, focusing on user acquisition, market expansion, and product enhancement

Co-Founder, Snapy (2013 - 2014)

• Co-founded Snapy, a mobile-first photo management and sharing platform, and oversaw its product development and early-stage operations

Academic Background

• Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance, University of Toronto

Areas of Expertise

• Fintech and cross-border payment solutions

• Startup growth strategy and market expansion

• Early-stage investment and advisory

• E-commerce and retail technology

• Strategic partnership development

• Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration

Professional Impact

• Instrumental in the successful launch and growth of Reap, a fintech startup that has become a leading provider of cross-border payment solutions in Asia

• Provided strategic guidance and mentorship to Shuga, contributing to the company's continued expansion and market leadership in retail technology

• Leveraged industry expertise to support the growth and development of ShopBack, a prominent e-commerce cashback and rewards platform

Conclusion

Daren Guo is a seasoned entrepreneur and startup advisor with a proven track record of driving growth, innovation, and success in the fintech, e-commerce, and retail technology sectors. His diverse experience, strategic mindset, and collaborative approach make him a valuable asset to the startups and organizations he supports. As he continues to shape the future of cross-border payments and enable the growth of innovative businesses, Daren remains committed to his mission of fostering entrepreneurial success and driving positive industry impact.