Dustin Shay
Connects capital to positive social and environmental impact
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Los Angeles
Joined January 2026
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Summary
Dustin Shay is a dedicated professional in impact investing and inclusive entrepreneurship, driven by the belief that capital can generate both financial returns and positive social and environmental impact. He focuses on channeling funding towards diverse founders and fund managers, particularly those from under-represented backgrounds, and those solving pressing social and environmental challenges. missiondrivenfinance+2
He has a strong background in building strategic partnerships and scaling initiatives, having successfully secured over $30 million in grant financing for global projects at Village Capital. His experience includes developing coalitions with corporations, foundations, philanthropists, and investors to foster systemic change. shayimpact+2
Dustin is an advocate for equitable access to capital and an inclusive innovation economy, particularly for communities of color, women, and rural communities. He challenges systemic biases in venture capital and philanthropy, emphasizing that addressing these biases not only fosters social good but also improves financial returns. sorensonimpactinstitute+1
Work
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Inclusive Capital Part II: Why VC Limits Innovation (and how to fix it)
April 1, 2021Discusses how systemic bias in venture capital limits the potential to support ideas that improve society and financial returns, and how to address it.
Inclusive Capital Part I: How VC Limits Innovation
April 1, 2021Examines how the current venture capital model limits entrepreneurial innovation from solving major environmental and social problems.
A True New Deal: Building an Inclusive Economy in the COVID-19 Era
January 1, 2021Shared a framework for change to address wealth inequality and ensure a good life for all, advocating for an inclusive economy.
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successfully lead or close international deals that made a real business impact.Jan 22, 2026