About Aston Motes
Aston Motes is an angel investor known for being the first employee at Dropbox and the former board chair at DevColor.
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Aston Motes has made significant contributions to the tech industry, primarily recognized as an angel investor and the first employee at Dropbox, a leading file hosting service. His early involvement at Dropbox was pivotal in shaping the company’s development and growth. Following his tenure at Dropbox, Motes served as the immediate past board chair at DevColor, a nonprofit organization aimed at advancing the careers of Black software engineers. His role in these positions highlights his commitment to both technological innovation and diversity in the tech community.
About DevColor
DevColor is a non-profit organization based in San Francisco, CA, focused on advancing Black technologists through mentorship, partnerships, and community engagement.