Alex Willcock

Alex Willcock (born 1964) is a British designer and entrepreneur. He is a co-founder of The Nest, the founder and former CEO of Imagini, and a co-founder, with his son Felix Conran, of Maker&Son.

Career The Nest Alex Willcock co-founded the design and brand consultancy The Nest in 1999 with Russell Pinch and Rachel Marshall. The company was sold to St Luke's in 2004.

Public speaking On 25 January 2020, Willcock delivered a talk at TEDx Glasgow, where he explored the topic of the language of feelings.

Education Willcock was awarded a scholarship to study classical music at Eton College, where he honed his musical talent, particularly in playing the violin, which he had taken up a few years earlier. His appreciation for both classical and classic music has influenced his personal and professional endeavours.

Personal life Willcock and his former wife, Sophie Conran, have two children, Felix Conran, who collaborates with his father as a furniture designer, and Coco Conran, who established herself as a fashion designer. Alex Willcock and Sophie Conran are now divorced.

In addition, Willcock has three children from another marriage.