Who we are

Greg is a serial entrepreneur who has been self-employed most of his adult life. A successful businessman who has extensive management, marketing, and entrepreneurial experience working across a wide range of industries and businesses ranging from startups to multinational corporations.

Having served in Executive Management as well as ownership positions in multiple companies, Greg is known for working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that exceed customer expectations and drive business growth.

This teamwork focus resulted in taking a local franchisee from last in his national rankings to top producer in the Northeast United States. Greg’s experience in the distribution industry honed his understanding of how a strong, well planned and implemented supply chain is critical to business success and/or in assessing a potential business or investment. Greg’s consultancy led to working with multi-national corporations overseeing multi-billion dollar deals with particular interest in the energy industry. Greg’s understanding of the value of inground assets and the contacts to reach those assets will result in the monetization of billions available to our Fund’s capability to invest in a multitude of various companies and technologies.

Karisa Smith is a globally minded strategist, investor, and entrepreneur whose career bridges financial discipline, operational excellence, and mission-driven innovation. With two decades of experience leading growth initiatives across real estate, insurance, M&A integration, operational transformation, and consumer brands, she brings a powerful combination of analytical rigor, strategic foresight, and high-impact leadership to the Hedge Fund for Good board.

As the Founder & CEO of Phylo Beauty, a science-backed neurocosmetic brand, Karisa built the company from concept to commercialization—overseeing formulation strategy, supply-chain management, vendor negotiations, capital planning, and go-to-market execution. Her ability to create value through disciplined financial oversight and strategic partnerships mirrors Hedge Fund for Good’s commitment to investing in companies that meaningfully advance human health, longevity, and quality of life.

Karisa’s investment experience spans commercial and international real estate, including land acquisitions, development projects, asset repositioning, and portfolio expansion across the U.S., Costa Rica, and the Caribbean. Her expertise in due-diligence, feasibility analysis, P&L oversight, and return modeling strengthens the fund’s mission-aligned investment strategy and governance structure.

Her corporate background includes key leadership roles at Nationwide Insurance, where she managed multi-state operations with direct P&L responsibility and led regional performance strategies. As a Management Consultant with North Highland, she advised Fortune 100 clients on organizational design, workforce planning, and enterprise transformation—further sharpening her ability to evaluate operational performance and guide companies through complex scale-up phases.

Karisa also brings high-level governance and advisory experience through her service on multiple boards. She currently sits on the Executive Board of the South Florida Symphony and previously served as VP of Human Resources for SCORE Charlotte. In addition, Karisa serves on the Advisory Board of America’s Real Deal, a national crowdfunding TV platform that connects early-stage companies with capital. In this role, she builds strategic relationships with angel investors, accredited investors, and billionaire investors to drive participation and funding opportunities for entrepreneurs featured on the show.

She is also a Strategic Partner for The Real Entrepreneur TV series, where she mentors and prepares televised entrepreneurs to strengthen their business models, refine financial narratives, and compete for seed-funding opportunities. Her hands-on work in helping founders secure investment aligns directly with her passion for advancing innovation, growing impact-driven companies, and empowering underrepresented creators.

Karisa holds a Global Executive MBA from George Mason University, a B.S. in Business Management from NC State University, and advanced professional credentials including Prosci® Change Management Certification, Harvard Management Leadership Program, and a Diversity & Inclusion Certification.

Known for her ability to connect vision with financial discipline, align teams around purpose, and catalyze growth across diverse industries, Karisa brings a rare combination of strategic insight, investment fluency, and human-centered leadership. At Hedge Fund for Good, she champions investments that expand human potential, enhance longevity, and generate sustainable long-term value for stakeholders and society.ynamic executive and visionary entrepreneur with a strong track record in driving growth and innovation across industries. She is the Co-Founder and CEO of Phylo Beauty, a clean, vegan neurocosmetic skincare and wellness brand. Karisa also serves as a Producer, TV Host, and Investor Partner with Dining Divas TV, leveraging media to elevate emerging brands globally.

A licensed Broker Associate and investor, she manages a diverse real estate portfolio across the U.S. and Central America, including a hospitality project in Costa Rica. Her consulting expertise spans M&A, workforce transformation, and organizational strategy for Fortune 100s and startups alike.Karisa holds a Global Executive MBA from George Mason University, a B.S. in Business Management from NC State, and is a certified Prosci Change Manager. She’s known for her bold leadership, creative vision, and dedication to mentorship and inclusion.

David Ameen is a dedicated and results-oriented professional with a passion for excellence and a strong background in marketing and networking. With extensive experience in sales and distribution of properties and financial assets. David has developed a reputation for delivering high-quality work and building effective relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

Throughout their career, David has demonstrated a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, consistently seeking out new challenges and opportunities for improvement. He has contributed to numerous successful projects, leveraging strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills to drive results and exceed expectations.

David was a government inspector for Metro Trains for several years; Dave was a CEO of 2 construction companies. Dave was actively involved in Feeding America. Outside of work, his hobbies are God first, Family and then Country; plus (fishing), which provide balance and inspiration for his professional life.