About
Andrew O'Brien is a Part-time Lecturer at the Derby Entrepreneurship Center within the Gordon Institute at Tufts University. His expertise in entrepreneurial finance is informed by extensive leadership and advisory roles across B2B companies in enterprise software, web services, and wholesale distribution sectors. He currently consults for lower-middle market firms to design M&A strategies accelerating growth.
Professional Background: Previously served as a core leader at Brooktrout (NASDAQ-listed telecom software firm), grew revenue from $12M to $100M+. Early career included roles at McKinsey & Company as a strategy consultant and as a commercial banker at JP Morgan Chase predecessor. Active as executive, board member, and investor in B2B ventures.
Focus Areas: Specializes in scaling businesses through strategic financial decisions, M&A execution, and operational leadership in technology and services industries. Connects academic frameworks with real-world corporate challenges.
