Andrew Ackerman

Andrew Ackerman is a seasoned serial entrepreneur with a track record of building and scaling ventures from the ground up. He served as the founding COO of Bunk1.com, growing it into a market leader and achieving profitability, and was the founding CEO of Layercake.com. This direct operational experience underpins his deep understanding of startup challenges. andrewbackerman+2

He is an active early-stage investor and venture capitalist, having angel invested in over 70 startups and serving as the Head of REACH Labs for Second Century Ventures, the VC arm of the National Association of Realtors. His roles at Dreamit Ventures (Managing Director for NYC, Edtech, and UrbanTech verticals) further demonstrate his expertise in identifying and nurturing promising companies across various sectors. andrewbackerman+1

Andrew is a recognized expert and thought leader in entrepreneurship and innovation. He shares his knowledge as an Adjunct Professor at Sy Syms School of Business and as a prolific contributing writer to publications like Fortune, Forbes, and AlleyWatch. His upcoming book, 'The Entrepreneur's Odyssey,' further solidifies his commitment to educating and guiding aspiring founders. andrewbackerman+2