Biography
Nancy is a pioneer in impact investing, demonstrating the power of venture capital to drive social change and environmental progress. As founder of DBL, she has supported companies like Tesla, SolarCity, and Pandora while serving on numerous boards, including Bellwether Coffee and Zola Electric. Recognized by Forbes, the San Francisco Business Times, and others for her leadership, Nancy has received accolades such as the 2024 Impact Leadership Award and the 2022 Financial Woman of the Year. She is a frequent lecturer at leading universities, a trustee of the National Geographic Society, and a champion for climate and clean energy initiatives, holding degrees from Stanford University and Yale School of Management.
