Andy Dunn, Red Swan Ventures

Andy Dunn is the founder and Executive Chairman of Red Swan Ventures. See portfolio, sector focus and contact routes.

About Andy Dunn

Andy Dunn is the founder and Executive Chairman of Red Swan Ventures, an angel investment firm he co-founded in 2011 after serving as CEO of the menswear brand Bonobos for a decade[2][9]. His investment thesis focuses on early-stage consumer retail and consumer internet companies, with a specific emphasis on e-commerce, direct-to-consumer brands, and innovative retail models[1][9]. Dunn typically acts as an angel investor backing over 120 startups, though specific check sizes and lead/follow behavior are not publicly detailed in available sources[8]. Notable portfolio companies include Warby Parker, Coinbase, TaskRabbit, and Harry’s, all of which reflect his focus on digitally native consumer brands[1][8][10]. Dunn distinguishes himself through his public writing on entrepreneurship and mental health, particularly his 2022 memoir *Burn Rate: Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind*, which details his journey with bipolar disorder[8]. He also writes regularly as an author at TechCrunch, sharing insights on building successful e-commerce startups and the human side of scaling businesses[5][7].

Andy Dunn at a glance

Role
Executive Chairman
Organization
Red Swan Ventures
Location
New York, New York, United States
Investor type
Individual/Angel
Focus areas
Internet, Venture Capital, Software, E-Commerce, FinTech, Financial Services, Real Estate, Mobile
Portfolio companies listed
32
Investments recorded
33

Frequently asked about Andy Dunn

What does Andy Dunn invest in?
Andy Dunn at Red Swan Ventures (New York, New York, United States) — sector focus: Internet, Venture Capital, Software, E-Commerce, FinTech, Financial Services, Real Estate, Mobile, SaaS, Finance, Apps, Debt, Early Stage Venture, Seed.
How do I contact Andy Dunn?
Andy Dunn's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.
Where is Andy Dunn based?
Andy Dunn is based in New York, New York, United States.

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