We are DuContra Ventures, a partnership between two seekers dedicated to redefining investment with a conscience. In a world where founder burnout is real and outdated business models no longer serve, we are here to offer a new path forward—balancing EQ with IQ, commitment to innovation, and dedication to impactful change.
Our co-founders, Adrian Grenier and Ba Minuzzi, a dynamic duo whose diverse experiences and shared vision for a better world drive our mission. Together, we are not just investors; we are advocates for a future where business intersects seamlessly with positive social and environmental impact.
Adrian Grenier has cemented his place as a change agent who leverages his influence and talent as a communicator to spread consciousness on essential issues. As an activist, Adrian founded the Lonely Whale Foundation, dedicated to educating and inspiring action for ocean health and the wellbeing of marine wildlife. He also served as a UN Ambassador, launching the UN Environment Programme’s Clean Seas campaign to end marine plastic pollution. As an investor, Adrian backs companies that promise to change the world for the better, creating systems and tools to amplify the positive impacts of collective work.
Ba Minuzzi, a self-made entrepreneur and venture capitalist, brings over a decade of experience in raising capital and managing assets across real estate and technology sectors. As the founding GP of BABEL Ventures, the first VC firm in Silicon Valley with a Latina founder and sole GP, Ba has broken barriers and set new standards in a male-dominated industry. Her leadership at DuContra Ventures continues to showcase her commitment to blending robust financial returns with genuine social responsibility.
At DuContra Ventures, we strive to pioneer new paths to meaningfulness and connection, supporting our founders and investors alike in creating a sustainable and impactful future. Both Adrian and Ba are seekers at heart, who believe that responsible leadership begins with personal well-being and healing. Committed to this philosophy, they support their founders and investors not just in business, but also on their journeys as leaders and seekers. Adrian and Ba advocate for deep connections with nature as one of the most powerful tools for growth and healing, promoting a balanced and mindful approach to personal and professional success."