Christopher Bentley

Managing Principal at The DECarceration Fund
Summary
Christopher Bentley is a seasoned professional with a strong background in impact investing, spanning over twelve years.
He is renowned as a thought leader in the impact investment community and has expertise in diverse impact areas such as the environment, sustainability, social justice, health, and education.
Chris has extensive experience in evaluating and underwriting both direct and fund investments in the impact space.
His career highlights include serving as the Managing Director of the DECarceration Fund, which focuses on supporting innovative enterprises working to reform the US Criminal Justice System.
Previously, he was a fund manager at Serious Change Investments and a principal at SustainVC managing the Patient Capital Collaborative (PCC) funds.
As a Co-Founder of GoodCompany Ventures, he played a key role in nurturing entrepreneurs with socially impactful solutions.
Chris has also contributed significantly to the impact investing field through roles at Murex Investments and Investors' Circle.
In addition to his impactful work, Chris Bentley has a solid academic foundation with an MBA from Temple University's Fox School of Business and a BS in Engineering from Northeastern University.
His early career in the electronics manufacturing industry equipped him with valuable experience in finance and operations management roles.
Chris Bentley's journey showcases a dedication to driving positive change through strategic investing and entrepreneurial mentorship.
His multi-faceted background uniquely positions him as a leader in the intersection of finance, social impact, and innovative solutions.