Calvin Cupini ’19

Calvin Cupini ’19, director of investments at Activate, leads and develops scalable financial products, advises scientists building startups and forges pathways to translate technical breakthroughs into impactful, real-world solutions. He is a recognized thought-leader and sought-after speaker who serves on the board of directors for Forge Industries. Cupini was the driving force behind Clean Air Carolina’s AirKeepers Network, a pioneering initiative that established one of the most comprehensive citizen air monitoring systems in North Carolina. He also served as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper and delegate to the United Nations Environment Program. He earned a bachelor’s degree in earth and environmental sciences from the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences.