Andrew Foster
Associate
A deep passion and curiosity for understanding the unique value drivers of each new technology enables us to create value for our clients.Chicago Office
+1 312 327 8014
afoster@oceantomo.com

Degree
M.B.A. from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University
Experience
Buy and sell-side, capital raise and corporate carve-out transaction engagements; operational and strategic planning experience.
Technologies
Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Specialty Chemicals, Aerospace and Defense, Oil and Gas, Software and SaaS, Internet of Things Financial Services, Online Retail and Industrial Manufacturing
Andrew Foster is an Associate in Ocean Tomo’s Investment Group and in Ocean Tomo’s Advisory Services practice. Mr. Foster plays an integral role in all aspects of the firm’s investment banking initiatives including facilitating mergers and acquisitions, capital raises and IP monetization strategies.
Prior to joining Ocean Tomo, Mr. Foster served as a Senior Associate with Edgewater Capital Partners, completing equity investments in the specialty chemical, pharmaceutical and engineered material industries. During his time at Edgewater, Mr. Foster lead numerous buy and sell-side engagements, adding significant operational and transaction execution value. Prior to Edgewater, Mr. Foster was an investment banking Analyst at Western Reserve Partners, where he completed capital raises and sell-side engagements for clients across multiple sectors.
Mr. Foster has experience consummating transactions in various industries including healthcare, aerospace and defense, oil and gas, software, financial services, online retail and industrial manufacturing, among others.
Mr. Foster holds a Master of Business Administration from The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from The Farmer School of Business at Miami University. He is a member of the Illinois Technology Association (ITA) and the Intellectual Property Owners (IPO) Association.