Andy Pillsbury
About Andy Pillsbury
Andy Pillsbury serves as the Director of Business Development at GoGoGrandparent, where he has been employed since 2023. He has a strong background in business development, having negotiated significant deals and created revenue streams across various companies, including AiFi, SherpaShare, and The New Yorker Magazine.
Current Role at GoGoGrandparent
Andy Pillsbury serves as the Director of Business Development at GoGoGrandparent, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing strategic partnerships and revenue opportunities to enhance the company's service offerings. His experience in business development positions him to contribute significantly to the company's growth and market presence.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to his current role, Andy Pillsbury worked at AiFi Inc. as a Business Development and Partnerships specialist from 2020 to 2022. He successfully negotiated AiFi's first two deals with a major global retailer, which operates over 18,000 stores. His tenure at SherpaShare from 2017 to 2020 as Head of Business Development involved creating new B2B revenue streams through partnerships with notable companies such as Uber, GEICO, and Allstate.
Career at The New Yorker Magazine
Andy Pillsbury held the position of Director of Business Development and Licensing at The New Yorker Magazine from 2000 to 2008. During his time there, he built the multichannel commerce division into a $7 million annual business. He also developed e-commerce sites and a SaaS-based content licensing service, and organized a partnership with an animation company founded by ex-Disney executives to create animated New Yorker cartoons.
Educational Background
Andy Pillsbury studied at The Wharton School, where he earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Marketing. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Economics and Public Policy from Duke University. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in business development and strategic partnerships.
Foundational Business Ventures
In addition to his corporate roles, Andy founded a wholesale gift company that became a leading supplier in its category, offering over 400 SKUs. He also played a key role in the successful launch of the DVD format at a video technology startup, forming a complex product ecosystem. His experience includes managing marketing communications for a video technology company during its pre and post-IPO phases, contributing to technology used on over 1 billion DVDs.