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Climate catastrophes, economic hardship, declining resources, escalating conflict, and ecosystem collapse threaten our shared future. Alone, traditional venture capital and philanthropy cannot meet the pace of change facing humanity.
Good Machine is a venture studio that leverages a world-class network of research facilities, NGOs, philanthropies, corporates, engineers, scientists, and venture capitalists to create end-to-end solutions for critical global challenges.
We support the JLL Foundation in funding climate-impacting startups with a non-traditional approach to impact investing, providing zero-interest loans that enable early-stage companies to grow and thrive. In a virtuous cycle, JLL Foundation reinvests the returned funds into further worthy startups.
David brings a 20-year history of developing new tech in Silicon Valley. He is an expert at building impact-focused, collaborative ventures. Most recently, Dave built a profitable business to bring transparency to the vessels at sea in over 35 countries. This project introduced a low-cost, tech solution which gave agency to a growing community of 50 million small-scale fishers worldwide.
Tom has pioneered rapid prototyping concepts that have led to 75 patents, and innovative processes utilized by more than a dozen industry-leading companies (e.g., Microsoft, Yahoo). As co-founder and Head of Product Experience at Google X, he led development on Google Glass and autonomous vehicles.
Jen brings over a decade of experience building ventures across philanthropy, corporate sustainability, and international development. She grew a social responsibility consulting practice serving Fortune 100 companies, advised leading foundations and impact investors, and contributed to USAID-funded programs. Her passion is launching, financing, and scaling companies that drive equitable growth in complex global systems. Jen holds a B.S. and M.S. from Stanford.
Max focuses on user experience, business strategy, and corporate development. He has filmed documentaries on the frontlines of war and managed product at a collective reasoning AI company contracted by governments and Big Three consultancies. Max is a venture partner at one of the largest international impact investment firms based in Ukraine.
Dag has over 30 years of experience in venture, fund management, business development, and public policy. Working in the U.S. and Europe, Dag has chaired and worked with numerous private and governmental advisory and policy boards in technology and regulatory affairs including the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, National Science Foundation, White House Office of Science and Technology, and NATO Scientific Advisory Board.
Louise has over 25 years of experience in government service and public policy advocacy emphasising food safety, nutrition, supply chain, and environment. In her career, Louise has focused on helping large corporates such as Nestle improve the lives of low-income and vulnerable populations using sustainable commercial strategies. She is a fierce advocate for human rights and the strengthening of public health systems.