DUSTIN ROBINSON
ATYPICAL ADVOCATE Photographed by Steven Martine There’s not too much Dustin Robinson doesn’t do daily. As the managing principal of Iter Investments, one of the leading venture capital funds investing in mental health and psychedelic medicine, Robinson has his hands full overseeing all aspects of the business—and that’s just the start. He’s also founding manager of Mr. Cannabis Law, a full-service law firm for the cannabis and psychedelic industries; Mr. Psychedelic Law, a nonprofit advocating for legal reform around psychedelics medicines; and Nucleus, a venture studio that launches media, data, and technology assets related to the psychedelic industry. “All of these roles feed my passion for individual freedoms, mental health, and breaking down false social constructs related to highly regulated substances,” he says. With leading roles like these, Robinson knows he has to dress the part, which he typically does in a sleek suit and a T-shirt. “When I’m out for the evening, you’ll usually find me in jeans with a well-fitted, plain T-shirt. A nice timepiece with classy shoes pulls it all together.” Robinson says he’s gone through every fashion phase, ranging from “punk-rock dude” to “Abercrombie & Fitch dude,” before feeling confident in his simple yet stylish ensembles. “I’ve always been a big believer in ‘look good, play good. If you’re confident and comfortable in what you’re wearing, you’ll perform well and exude positive energy, thus attracting positive energy from the world and other individuals.” Can never have too many: Black T-shirts because they can be formal or informal and are easy to match. Label love: Aviator Nation, Zanerobe, and Zara Shops local: Miami Design District Future investment: A cowboy hat from Kemo Sabe, my favorite store in Aspen, Colorado Owns too many: Hats Fashion don’t: Ripped jeans because I think it looks too juvenile.
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