Damien Dwin
About Damien Dwin
Damien Dwin is a board member and founder of Lafayette Square Holding Company, LLC, with a background in finance and a focus on social impact investing. He has held leadership roles at various financial institutions and actively contributes to several non-profit organizations.
Current Role at FS Investments
Damien Dwin serves as a Board Member at FS Investments, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he contributes to the strategic direction and governance of the organization. FS Investments focuses on providing investment solutions to help individuals and institutions achieve their financial goals.
Professional Experience
Damien Dwin has extensive experience in the finance sector. He began his career as an Analyst at Salomon Brothers Inc from 1997 to 1998. He later worked at Goldman Sachs as Vice President from 1998 to 2004. Dwin also held the position of Head of North American Special Opportunities at Credit Suisse from 2004 to 2010. He co-founded and served as Co-CEO at Brightwood Capital from 2010 to 2020. Since 2020, he has been the Founder of Lafayette Square Holding Company, LLC.
Education and Expertise
Damien Dwin studied at Woodberry Forest School from 1990 to 1993 and later attended Georgetown University from 1993 to 1997. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in finance and investment strategies. He is recognized for his thought leadership on place-based investing and the intersection of capitalism and social issues.
Achievements and Awards
During his tenure as a trader at Goldman Sachs, Damien Dwin earned the Michael P. Mortara Award for Innovation. He also led the Fixed Income Division Credit Training Program at Credit Suisse and served on the Vice President Selection Committee there. His contributions to the finance industry are complemented by his active involvement in various non-profit organizations.
Board Memberships and Community Engagement
Damien Dwin is actively involved in several non-profit organizations. He serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Vera Institute of Justice and is a Council Member of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Additionally, he holds board positions with Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Studio Museum in Harlem, National Trust for Historic Preservation, Woodberry Forest School, and Boys’ Club of New York.