Precious Drew

Precious Drew is a Senior Managing Director at gener8tor, where she leads venture investment and accelerator initiatives designed to help early-stage companies access the capital, connections, and strategic partnerships needed to scale. She currently leads the Northwestern Mutual Accelerator, working at the intersection of venture capital, financial services, insurance, and corporate innovation to identify and invest in emerging companies shaping the future of the industry.

Throughout her career at gener8tor, Precious has supported more than 75 startups and helped deploy over $7.5 million in early-stage capital, with companies in her portfolio going on to raise more than $100 million in follow-on funding. Beyond investment, she works closely with founders on fundraising, enterprise partnerships, go-to-market strategy, and building the relationships necessary to turn innovative ideas into sustainable businesses.

At the center of Precious’s work is a commitment to expanding who has access to the capital, networks, and institutions that create economic opportunity. Her work connects today’s founders with investors and industry leaders while creating pathways for a broader range of entrepreneurs to participate in - and help shape - the future of financial services and insurance. Prior to gener8tor, Precious built her career across government, education, and community-focused organizations, experiences that continue to inform her approach to entrepreneurship, economic opportunity, and innovation.