Who we are

Munpriya Samra is the co-founder of Hedge Fund for Good, financial engineer, commodities trader, and conscious capitalist dedicated to building and investing in technologies that generate enduring economic value while advancing human progress. She partners with exceptional founders, investment funds, and institutions to help scale frontier technologies, raise capital, develop strategic partnerships, and build resilient brands rooted in trust, innovation, and long-term community.

Her work spans deep technology, financial technology, cybersecurity, national security, cryptography, and commodities, with expertise in metals, energy, and financial markets. She brings a multidisciplinary perspective to investing, combining financial engineering, operational experience, and public sector leadership to identify transformative opportunities across strategic industries.

Samra began her career in public service, serving as a legislative research assistant in the U.S. Senate representing the state of Oregon before working in defense intelligence at the U.S. Department of Defense in support of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). She later joined Coinbase as one of its first 30 employees, where her team helped launch GDAX, one of the earliest institutional digital asset exchanges, contributing to the growth of cryptocurrency adoption worldwide.

She subsequently co-founded ChangeTip, a pioneering social Bitcoin wallet built on the Coinbase API that became the world’s leading Bitcoin tipping platform. ChangeTip powered Reddit Gold with Bitcoin in 2013, introducing millions of users to digital assets through social experiences before its acquisition by Airbnb in 2015.

As an investor and operator, Samra believes capital is most powerful when deployed with purpose. Her investment philosophy is rooted in conscious capitalism—the conviction that businesses can deliver exceptional returns while creating meaningful value for customers, employees, communities, and society. She focuses on founders building durable companies that strengthen critical infrastructure, expand economic opportunity, and solve complex global challenges.

She works exclusively with teams whose technologies have the potential to improve lives, strengthen markets, and leave the world more prosperous, secure, and sustainable for future generations.

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.