About Nesta

Nesta is an innovation foundation. For us, innovation means turning bold ideas into reality and changing lives for the better. We use our expertise, skills and funding in areas where there are big challenges facing society.

Winsen is a programme coordinator at Challenge Works, where he supports the delivery of the Smart Data Challenge Prize and the Manchester Prize.

Originally from Malaysia, he has held a wide range of people-focused roles before joining the team, including bartending at the UK’s largest bar, event management, a short stint at the Ministry of Transport, and two years as a caretaker. During university, he was also active in student leadership, serving as both President and Vice President of the Banking and Finance Society.

Outside of work, Winsen enjoys bouldering and baking for friends. He previously played Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, where he achieved the rank of Global Elite.