Andrew Maxwell

Andrew Maxwell is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at York University's Lassonde School of Engineering. He holds the Bergeron Chair in Technology Entrepreneurship and serves as Director of the Bergeron Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology initiative. He earned a Ph.D. in Technology Entrepreneurship from the University of Waterloo (2011), an MBA from London Business School, and a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Imperial College London.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Technology Entrepreneurship, University of Waterloo (2011)
  • MBA, London Business School
  • B.Sc. (Eng.) Electrical Engineering, Imperial College London

His research focuses on business angel investment decision-making, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and technology commercialization. Notable work includes analyzing non-compensatory risk-return tradeoffs in angel investing and the role of trustworthiness in attracting investment. He has founded four technology companies and worked at two multinational firms, providing practical insights into entrepreneurship.

Recent articles highlight trends in AI-driven decision-making for early-stage ventures, university commercialization strategies, and regional innovation ecosystems. His 2016 work on investment psychology remains foundational for understanding angel investor behavior.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Academy of Management’s Heizer Award (2011), recognizing top Ph.D. in Technology Entrepreneurship

Andrew advises through teaching capstone entrepreneurship courses and mentoring startups. As a journal editor for the Journal of Business Venturing, he contributes to advancing entrepreneurship research. His work bridges academic theory with practical entrepreneurship, particularly in fostering science and technology-based ventures.

He leads the Bergeron Entrepreneurs initiative, a hub for fostering innovation and connecting academic research with commercial opportunities. His research and teaching emphasize rapid decision-making frameworks and the critical role of trust in venture funding.