Justin Dawkins

Board Member

2025

Co-Founder, Board of Directors

2014

At Goodie Nation, we recognize that our communities hold the resources necessary to drive transformative change. However, a highly inefficient ecosystem often hinders progress. To combat this, we've developed a suite of programs to maximize the impact of existing resources. My role involves fundraising, company-building, business strategy, financing strategies, fostering relationships, and crafting business strategies to enhance the effectiveness of Goodie Nation's portfolio companies.

Board Member

2020

Managing Partner

2019 - 2023

I developed a new capital product known as the SPACE agreement and, with my partners, successfully raised and deployed over $51 million to Black founders, addressing consequential problems in healthcare, education, and the future of work. I was responsible for sourcing, conducting diligence, and managing investments for nearly 50% of Collab Capital's Fund I portfolio, and I spearheaded the firm's portfolio support initiatives.

Chief Executive Officer

2013 - 2021

Working with entrepreneurs, brands and businesses to maximize the utility and impact of their digital presence and assets.

Mentor

2019 - 2021

Selection Committee and Mentor

Entrepreneur in Residence

2013 - 2013

Core objective: 1. Advocate for NewMe Founders 2. Assist start-up founders in navigating the start-up ecosystem in San Francisco. 3. Provide founders with tailored marketing and technology recommendations for their companies.

Founder

2012 - 2013

CTO

2008 - 2013

Define and develop technology strategies for the the DIGITALGUESTLIST.com platform. Additionally develop custom event marketing and event organization tools for event organizers.

Principal, CEO

2011 - 2013

Drive the strategic direction of the agency and its subsidiaries, develop core marketing and technology solutions for Drew's clients, build value in the business.