About Jakob Angele

Jakob Angele is a seasoned business leader known for his sharp strategic vision, operational excellence, and passion for scaling tech-driven businesses across Asia. As the CEO of Flash Coffee, Jakob has led the rapid growth of the brand, making it one of the fastest-expanding tech-enabled coffee chains in the region.

With a background in engineering and an MBA from INSEAD, Jakob combines analytical rigor with entrepreneurial agility. Before taking the helm at Flash Coffee, he served as CEO for Asia-Pacific at Foodpanda, where he was instrumental in driving the company’s expansion across multiple markets, spearheading operational improvements, and leading high-performing regional teams.

Under his leadership, Flash Coffee has grown from a bold startup concept to an influential brand disrupting the traditional coffee retail space. By integrating technology into every step of the customer journey—from app-based ordering to data-driven store placement—Jakob has championed a new model for affordable, high-quality coffee experiences in urban Asia.

Jakob is known not only for his business acumen but also for his commitment to building diverse, mission-driven teams. He believes in empowering talent and nurturing a company culture rooted in innovation, ownership, and relentless improvement.

Today, Jakob Angele continues to lead Flash Coffee with a vision to democratize premium coffee, making it accessible to millions of consumers across Asia and beyond.