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David Evans Shaw | |
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| Born | April 22, 1951 Nashua, New Hampshire, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist, author, film producer, conservationist |
| Known for | Philanthropy, Conservation Efforts, Public Service, Film Producer and Social Entrepreneurship in business |
| Spouse | Glenn Close (m. 2006; div. 2015) |
| Awards | International SeaKeeper of the Year, Maine Creative Industry Award, Leslie Cheek Medal |
David Evans Shaw (born April 22, 1951) is an American technology and social entrepreneur, venture capitalist, investor, author, film producer, philanthropist, and conservationist. He founded the Sargasso Sea Alliance and has served held Presidential commissions and appointments under three presidents. He is recognized for founding and leading several science-based companies, as well as for his extensive involvement in public service, conservation, and the arts. Shaw is the founder and CEO of Black Point Group and has served in leadership roles at IDEXX Laboratories, Vets First Choice, Covetrus, and other organizations.[1][2][3][4][5].[6]
Early life and education
[edit]Shaw was born in Nashua, New Hampshire, and spent much of his early life in New Hampshire. He graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1973 and earned his MBA from the University of Maine in 1976.[1] He completed Harvard University's Senior Executive Program in 1986.[7] He is the son of Frederic E. Shaw and Muriel Evans Shaw[1]
He has received honorary doctorates from Colby College, Bates College, Maine College of Art, University of New England, and University of Southern Maine, recognizing his contributions to biotechnology, innovation, the arts, public service, and conservation.[7][8]
Business career
[edit]Shaw is the founder and former CEO of IDEXX Laboratories, a company specializing in veterinary diagnostics and animal health. He co-founded Vets First Choice, which later merged to form Covetrus, a global animal-health technology and services company.[1][2][7]He is also the founder and CEO of Black Point Group, an investment partnership focused on science-based companies and public service initiatives.[5]
He has held leadership and board roles at companies including Jackson Laboratory, Ikaria Pharmaceuticals, Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Modern Meadow, Cyteir, and Fetchdog.com (which he co-founded with then-wife, actress Glenn Close.[2][7]
Conservation activities and activism
[edit]Shaw was the founding chair of the Sargasso Sea Alliance and the Aspen High Seas Initiative, both focused on marine conservation. For his work he was named a member of Ocean Elders and a Patron of Nature for the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. He founded Second Century Stewardship, supporting science and stewardship in America's national parks.[9][10][11]
He has served as a board member, advisor, or partner to numerous conservation and environmental organizations, including the National Park Foundation, Hurricane Island Outward Bound, Discovery Communications, Just Capital, Arctaris, Sustainable Harvest International, Telluride Science and Research Center, Saildrone, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, and the Future of Cities Project.[12][13][14][15]
Public service and academia
[edit]Shaw served as treasurer (2010–2017), trustee, and Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). He has been a trustee of the National Park Foundation since 2012 and was a presidential appointee overseeing the centennial celebrations of the Parks in 2016.[16]
From 1994 to 1997 Shaw was a presidential appointee to the Executive Committee of the US-Israel Science and Technology Commission and has served on the board of the Jackson Laboratory since 1989, chairing it since 1997. Shaw was also a member of the advisory board for the Center for Public Leadership at Harvard Kennedy School (2003–2012), and is a founding director of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum.[17][18][19]
Public health and education
[edit]In 2022, Shaw collaborated with actress Goldie Hawn to provide mental health resources for schools in Maine. He has served on the boards of Visby Medical and Maine Medical Center.[20][6]
Films, books, and the arts
[edit]Shaw has produced and written several documentaries, including works on the 50th anniversary of Earth Day and the Sargasso Sea. He was executive producer of the 2011 film Albert Nobbs, which earned Glenn Close an Oscar nomination[21][22] Shaw is the author of the 2024 book Wave Making.[23]
He is a patron of the arts, founder of the David E. Shaw & Family Sculpture Park at the Portland Museum of Art, and has served on the museum’s Board of Corporators.[6]
Personal life
[edit]Shaw was married to actress Glenn Close from 2006 until their amicable separation in 2015..[24]He resides in Maine.[6]
Awards and recognition
[edit]- Maine Creative Industry Award (2012)
- International SeaKeeper of the Year (2013)
- Leslie Cheek Medal, College of William & Mary (2013)
- Life Science Hall of Fame (2006)
- Induction into the Teddy Roosevelt Society
- Blue Ocean Festival Wavemaker
- Life Science Foundation Biotech Hall of Fame
- Honoree, New York Restoration Project
- University of New Hampshire Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame
- Maine Business Hall of Fame
- Multiple honorary doctorates
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d McGuire, Peter (12 Mar 2020). "Co-Founder David Shaw to Leave Board of Directors". Portland Press Herald. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ a b c "Episode 22: David Shaw, Co-Founder of IDEXX, Covetrus, and Managing Director of Black Point Group". Boulous. 14 Sep 2021. Retrieved 25 Jun 2025.
- ^ "treasurers of the AAAS". AAAS. 27 Jun 2025. Retrieved 27 Jun 2025.
- ^ Hoy, Anne Q. (28 Nov 2016). "Philanthropy Plays Increasing Role in Advancing Science". AAAS.org. Retrieved 27 Jun 2025.
- ^ a b "David E. Shaw". Black Point Group. Retrieved 12 July 2025.
- ^ a b c d Gardner, Kate (1 Sep 2018). "David Evans Shaw". Mainmag. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ a b c d "David Evans Shaw". thefamouspeople. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ Mendros, Dina (25 Dec 2021). "shaw-innovation-fellows-program-at-une-opens-creative-doors-for-students-inroads-to-maines-economy". Portland Press Herald. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ "Second century stewardship". Schoodic Institute. 25 June 2016. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ "Ocean Elders David Shaw". Ocean Elders. 20 June 2025. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ "The sustainability of global oceans-david e shaw". University of Southern Maine. 3 April 2023. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ Diehl, Amanda (1 Aug 2023). "David Shaw + MIT Media Lab: Sustainable Future Worlds, Health + Wellbeing, and Democracy". MIT Media Lab, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Retrieved 28 Jun 2025.
- ^ "National Geographic Society Annual Report 2023" (PDF). National Geographic. 1 Jan 2023. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ "Board of Advisors – Dave Shaw". Nautilus. 20 June 2025. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ Christie, Brendan (4 Oct 2021). "Waterbear lunches US advisory council appoints David Shaw as member". RealScreen. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ Pinholster, Ginger (25 Jun 2016). "David Evans Shaw Announces "Second Century Stewardship" Initiative for National Parks". AAAS. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ "Second Century Stewardshio – Supporters - David E Shaw". AAAS. 20 Jun 2025. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ "Profile David Evans Shaw". Bloomberg. 26 Jun 2025. Retrieved 26 Jun 2025.
- ^ "Advisory Board - David E Shaw". Curiosity Press. 20 Jun 2025. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ Byrne, Matt (9 Dec 2022). "Idexx founder David Shaw, Goldie Hawn team up on children's mental health". Portland Press Herald. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ Shaw, David (16 May 2016). "Second Century Stewardship". Vimeo. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.
- ^ U.S. Government, National Parks (3 Nov 2021). "Partner Activities". NPS.gov. Retrieved 28 Jun 2025.
- ^ Shaw, David (24 Nov 2024). "Wave Making Reviews". GoodREads. Retrieved 5 Jul 2025.
- ^ Saad, Nardine (24 Sep 2015). "Glenn Close, husband David Shaw divorce after nine years of marriage". LA Times. Retrieved 20 Jun 2025.