Gavin Armstrong

Founder and President of Lucky Iron Fish Enterprise

Gavin Armstrong could be described as a passionate and driven individual with a unique vision for global change. Born and raised in Canada, he was inspired by the innovation of Canadian entrepreneurs and determined to do something to make a global impact. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business and Finance at the University of Alberta and, throughout his college career, Gavin developed his own business plan to focus on finding effective solutions to major global health problems. It was in 2010 that he made the life-changing decision to start working on his dream project - the lucky iron fish. Through business and entrepreneurial development, Gavin's goal was to find a reliable and sustainable way to fight anemia and iron deficiencies in developing countries all over the world. His creation - the Lucky Iron Fish – offered an effective solution to a global issue. Made from a special formulation of iron, and tested for safety, the Lucky Iron Fish was designed to be heated in boiling water repeatedly to release small but effective doses of iron into the water. Seeing the success of his invention, Gavin set up the Lucky Iron Fish Enterprise in 2013 to research, develop and distribute the Lucky Iron Fish to those around the world who needed it. His mission remains to fight preventable diseases and give people access to the resources they need. Gavin Armstrong and the Lucky Iron Fish team have helped to reduce anemia in over 250,000 people. To date, his product has been sold in over 60 countries and through over 10,000 nursing clinics, universities and hospitals. His hard work and commitment to making a positive and lasting impact have been recognized around the world. He is truly a driven individual who is seeking to change and improve the lives of those who lack access to necessary resources and knowledge.