Justin Field Senior Vice President of Government Affairs

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Justin joined NVCA in September 2014 and focuses on tax policy, capital formation, regulatory and climate and sustainability issues.  During his time at NVCA, Justin has participated in a range of critical policy debates including the 2020 CARES Act, US Innovation and Competition Act, the Build Back Better Act, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, regulatory changes to the Volcker Rule for VC funds, and JOBS Act 3.0.  He acts as liaison to the Climate and Sustainability Working Group, the SSBCI Working Group, the Blockchain Technology Working Group, and the Growth Equity Group.

Prior to joining NVCA, Justin spent twelve years on Capitol Hill serving as an aide to a House leadership office and then with the office of United States Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) where he was chiefly responsible for tax issues and the Senator’s work on the Senate Finance Committee.  In addition to managing Menendez’s tax portfolio, Justin was also responsible for a number of other issues including telecommunications, technology, and federal science policy.

Field graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Business.

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  • Tax Policy
  • Blockchain Working Group
  • Capital Formation & Regulation
  • Patent Reform
  • Climate Policy
  • Accounting & Auditing Standards

Fun Facts About Justin

  • Lover of all things outdoors: Hiking, skiing, camping, you name it
  • Loves cooking (particularly BBQ)
  • Enjoys reading lots of nonfiction plus anything by Kurt Vonnegut

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