[4] Since 2017, he has been an early-stage investor with an investment portfolio that spans several industries including technology, healthcare, and fashion.

[5][2] Born in Wimbledon, Chapman studied hotel and hospitality management before opening an independent fashion outlet.

[8] Chapman led the company's digital strategy and turned the business into a multi-channel e-commerce retailer.

[11] In 2018, the business opened 5 Carlos Place, a five-storey townhouse combining luxury private shopping in a home environment with a broadcasting hub and events space.

[15] Chapman was also responsible for introducing iPads into the company's stores, which accounted for more than 50 percent of in-store sales.

[5][18] Chapman has invested in Seattle-based trucking start-up Convoy; skincare brand Heyday; fashion brand Universal Standard; baby food business Cerebelly; finance company IPSX; consumer personal care 'by Humankind'; feminine hygiene brand OHNE, personal male grooming company Hawthorne; and health-tech company Huma.

[3] Tom and Ruth Chapman were both appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2020 New Year Honours for services to the international fashion retail industry.