Howard Lindzon

Howard Lindzon is a prominent Canadian entrepreneur, investor, and financial analyst. Here are some key details about him:

Professional Background

Howard Lindzon is the founder and managing partner of Lindzon Capital Partners, a hedge fund he has been managing since 1998.1 He is also:

• Co-founder and CEO of StockTwits, a social media platform for investors and traders3
• Managing partner of Social Leverage, a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage web businesses14
• A limited partner at Knight's Bridge Capital Partners1

Investment Focus

Lindzon specializes in:

• Early-stage investments, particularly in financial technology and internet businesses2
• Angel investing, typically investing up to $100,000 in companies with experienced teams and finished products2

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Some of Lindzon's notable entrepreneurial achievements include:

• Creating Wallstrip, an online video show acquired by CBS in 200734
• Co-founding StockTwits in 2008, which pioneered the use of "cashtags" ($AAPL) for discussing stocks on social media4

Recognition

• Named one of "The Best Tweets for Your Money" by Barron's in 20131
• Recognized as a "super angel" by Institutional Investor in 2011, along with his partner Tom Peterson4

Education

Lindzon holds:

• A Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Western Ontario
• An MBA from Arizona State University
• A Master's in International Management from the Thunderbird School of Global Management1

Personal

Howard Lindzon was born in Toronto but currently resides in Phoenix, Arizona with his family.3 He is known for his irreverent style and active presence in the financial technology community, often sharing insights through his blog and social media channels.34