Author: Andy Gordon

I made my chops as an entrepreneur and investor with over 30 years of experience at building wealth for myself and others. I graduated from the London School of Economics a year after the bicentennial. By the way, this is the same school that produced 34 heads of state including John F. Kennedy… and another 18 Nobel Laureates…

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Two Ways to Resolve the Opioid Crisis

More than 400,000 Americans have died from opioid overdoses. But there’s a solution - and two different methods to approach it.

The Deep, Dark Hole of Drug Addiction

By Andy Gordon on November 6, 2019

The opioid crisis has taken thousands of lives. And Andy Gordon has experienced the damage firsthand. But there is hope for a better future.

The Opioid Crisis Cost Us Almost $200 Billion Last Year

By Andy Gordon on October 30, 2019

The opioid crisis has cost American families, employers and the government billions of dollars. And we’re just beginning to see drug companies be held accountable. But there’s a silver lining.

China’s Industrial Espionage Is Bad Policy

By Andy Gordon on October 23, 2019

China is in the news again for industrial espionage. And it’s a reflection of how far off course the country has gotten.

Why Big Budgets Can Lead to Low Returns

By Andy Gordon on October 16, 2019

The most successful IPOs over the past decade all have one thing in common. And it’s not revenue growth.
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New Recommendation: Invest in the Bright, Robotic Future of Orthopedic Healthcare

By Andy Gordon on October 14, 2019

Monogram Orthopaedics is using robotic technology to create perfect-fit implants. And its team is determined to revamp orthopedic healthcare.
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This Startup Is Taking the Natural Skin Care Market by Storm

By Andy Gordon on October 10, 2019

Aavrani is a startup breaking into the rapidly growing natural skin care market. It’s got happy customers, experienced founders and plenty more to convince Andy Gordon it’s a sound investment.

Silicon Valley Is Just as Responsible for IPO Dysfunction as Wall Street

By Andy Gordon on October 9, 2019

The IPO process is broken. And Silicon Valley isn’t owning up to its role in that dysfunction.

Follow the Startup, Not the Sector

By Andy Gordon on September 25, 2019

When you’re looking for startup investments, don’t get blinded by shiny sectors. The startup comes first - not diversification for diversification’s sake.

Why Truly Groundbreaking Startups Are the Hardest to Invest In

By Andy Gordon on September 18, 2019

Startups that challenge conventional thinking and go on to succeed are often the most profitable investments. But to take the plunge and invest in a truly crazy-sounding idea is one of the hardest things a startup investor can do.
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Why We’re Looking for More Series A Startup Investments

By Andy Gordon on September 16, 2019

The First Stage Investor team is on the lookout for more Series A companies to recommend. And we’re also keeping an eye on escalating valuations.

Facial Recognition Technology Is Raising Serious Issues

By Andy Gordon on September 11, 2019

Facial recognition technology is spreading like wildfire, including among U.S. law enforcement. Here’s why that’s troubling.

Three Ways Tiny Startups Can Beat Amazon

By Andy Gordon on September 4, 2019

Amazon is a retail giant. But small startups can find ways to compete. Here are three areas of retail where startups can chip away at Amazon’s armor.
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Airdrop Alert: Rhovit

By Andy Gordon on September 3, 2019

Today’s airdrop is Rhovit, a rewards-based content platform that pays both creators and viewers.

Why Crowdfunding Is the Best Way to Raise Capital

By Andy Gordon on August 28, 2019

Startup founders have seven ways of raising capital. And crowdfunding is by far the most versatile and beneficial method.
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Invest in Streamlining the Construction Industry

By Andy Gordon on August 15, 2019

Andy Gordon recommends Cityzenith, a startup that’s disrupting the vastly inefficient construction industry.