Dustin James Earle
About Dustin James Earle
Dustin James Earle serves as the Vice President of Business Development at Glydways, where he leads the Go-to-Market strategy for automated vehicle transportation systems. He has over 15 years of experience in strategy, business development, and legal affairs, with previous roles at Lyft, Rain Instant Pay, and Pixlee.
Current Role at Glydways
Dustin James Earle serves as the Vice President of Business Development at Glydways, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads the Go-to-Market strategy for the company, which focuses on developing automated vehicle transportation systems that are sustainable, affordable, and accessible. His responsibilities include exploring new opportunities for growth and ensuring the successful implementation of business strategies.
Previous Experience at Rain Instant Pay
Prior to joining Glydways, Earle worked at Rain Instant Pay as the Vice President of Business Development and Legal Affairs from 2021 to 2022. He played a significant role in launching and scaling a fintech platform that provides instant pay access to millions of workers. His work contributed to enhancing financial accessibility for employees across various sectors.
Career at Lyft
Earle's tenure at Lyft spanned from 2015 to 2021, where he held the position of Enterprise Partnerships. During his six years with the company, he was instrumental in scaling Lyft's enterprise business from $1 million to over $1 billion in annual recurring revenue. He also explored new opportunities for international expansion, contributing to Lyft's growth in various markets.
Education and Legal Background
Dustin James Earle earned his Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings) from 2009 to 2012. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, which he completed from 2002 to 2006. Earle is a licensed attorney in California and has a strong interest in creating innovative solutions that benefit both individuals and the environment.
Early Career and Legal Experience
Before his roles in business development, Earle gained legal experience as a Law Clerk at Keddies Lawyers in Sydney, Australia, in 2008. This position provided him with foundational legal skills and insights into the legal profession, which he later applied in his business development roles.