My name is Amy Marks Dornbusch. I am a passionate and creative thinker, investor, philanthropist, vintner and champion for women and girls. I strive to make valuable connections across my networks to leverage exciting new opportunities for investment, consumers and individuals pursuing their own path forward. I’ve also been called a “get shit done” person.
I do not believe that business, life experience and philanthropy exist in their own silos.
“Life of the Party”
Amy Dornbusch’s road to the V Foundation reflects her passion for human connection and unending quest for a legacy of change.
Early Stage Investing
My portfolio companies span a variety of consumer industries including food and beverage, home and hospitality and apparel.
Philanthropy
I serve as Director for the Marks Family Foundation, a family entity that awards risk-tolerant grants supporting both organizations and individuals. We are passionate about creating opportunities for people to pursue their life paths by limiting barriers that stand in their way. We support equally passionate populations through our giving in education, the arts, innovative disease research and broad issues facing women and girls.
Gemstone Vineyard
A full and balanced life in my orbit is not complete without spectacular wine to fuel our intimate life experience. Gemstone Vineyard is a wholly-owned family entity that celebrates our diverse Napa Valley terroir through our estate Cabernet Sauvignons. Gemstone serves as a powerful platform to provide meaningful experiences for our customers, friends, family and broader network. It’s also a lot of fun.
I call Northern California home. Strolling past an exterior wall of my home adorned by a fnnch mural.