André Swanston is a tech innovator and media magnate known for his ability to forecast industry shifts and take calculated risks. He co-founded adtech startup Tru Optik, which was acquired by TransUnion in 2020, marking one of the most successful exits in the space over the past decade. After spending two years at Transunion as a Senior Vice President building out the company’s media & entertainment vertical, André and his wife Michelle founded the Swanston Organization, a family office focused on inclusive venture investing, owned and operated technology and entertainment companies, and philanthropy. Most recently, André acquired a Major League Soccer NEXT Pro expansion team, Connecticut United FC, becoming the first Black principal owner in the league. André is a notable media figure, regularly contributing to Bloomberg, Forbes, WSJ, TechCrunch, and more.