Andrew Forde
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Andrew Forde | |
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 Andrew Forde, 2011 press photo | |
| Born | January 21, 1987 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Alma mater | University of Toronto |
| Occupation(s) | Graduate student, entrepreneur |
| Website | www |
Andrew N. Forde (born January 21, 1987) is a Canadian entrepreneur and engineer. He is the co-founder and present COO of Sommerfeld Solutions, an applied innovation firm. In addition to this, Forde is the CEO of Sommerfeld Engineering (a branch of Sommerfeld Solutions). Using the idea of innovation as a fundamental guiding principle, Forde aspires to apply his skills for the development of a more conscious, forward moving society.[citation needed]
Education and career
Though formally trained in nanotech engineering, Forde diversified by creating Sommerfeld Solutions. Launched in January of 2011, Sommerfeld provides platforms for businesses and organizations. His offshoot start-up, Sommerfeld Engineering, operates in the areas of mining, information technology, and healthcare.[1]
In 2011, Forde graduated with a BASc in Nanoengineering (MSE) from the University of Toronto Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. He is currently working towards a Master's Degree in Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation at McMaster University.[1]
Sommerfield Solutions (and Forde) have been supported by McMaster University through a funding initiative from the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario.[2]
In 2012, Forde was awarded the Harry Jerome Young Entrepreneur Award by the Black Business and Professional Association.[1][3] Forde has also received an Aroni Award.[4]
Leadership
As part of his 2010 term as President of the University of Toronto's chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers, Forde participated in an initiative called the TORCH program, which was designed to "increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community."[5]
References
- ^ a b c Hemsworth, Wade (23 March 2012). "McMaster student earns national recognition for entrepreneurship". McMaster University Daily News. McMaster University. Retrieved 24 March 2012.
- ^ Arnold, Steve (25 February 2012). "Mac students' big business ideas boosted with grant". The Hamilton Spectator. Retrieved 24 March 2012.
- ^ Ng, Luke (20 March 2012). "Black Business & Professional Association honours U of T alumnus". University of Toronto Alumni News. University of Toronto. Retrieved 24 March 2012.
- ^ Williams, Lorraine (27 December 2011). "The 6th Annual Aroni Awards gala: an evening of honour and inspiration". swaymag.ca. Retrieved 24 March 2012.
- ^ "U of T's National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Wins Remarkable Award". The Engineering Newsletter Archives. 3 (15). University of Toronto. 20 May 2010. Retrieved 24 March 2012.