DuContra Ventures

About The Fund

DuContra Ventures is an investment fund founded by Adrian Grenier and Ba Minuzzi, that operates at the intersection of financial performance and positive social and environmental impact. They embody a partnership that champions EQ alongside IQ, acknowledging founder well-being and pioneering business innovation with a conscience. With a focus on FinTech and Financial Services alongside Impact, they invest in companies that are reshaping industry standards and contributing to a sustainable future. The fund has set investment parameters with a minimum of $500,000, a maximum of $5,000,000, and a sweet spot of $2,800,000, typically engaging at the Seed stage. Their specialization in Seed investments reflects a commitment to nurturing young businesses that promise substantial change. By leveraging Adrian Grenier's influence, experience in activism, and dedication to environmental causes, and Ba Minuzzi's venture capital expertise and history with BABEL Ventures, DuContra Ventures also provides support beyond capital. They advocate for their founders' personal growth and the development of their leadership abilities. The co-founders' shared vision includes fostering a balanced and mindful approach to personal and professional life, underlining the essence of true responsible leadership. They maintain a hands-on investment style, aiming to support and grow entities that bring about systems and tools for a stronger collective impact, with an enduring commitment to redefining investment to serve both business needs and the greater good. DuContra Ventures is committed to creating deep connections with nature and backing businesses that resonate with their philosophy of healing and growth, contributing to the ecosystem while delivering robust financial returns.