Dillon Iwu

BHC 40 Under 40 | Class of 2026 | At the Helm

Vice President of Government Affairs | American Investment Council | Washington, DC

Dillon Iwu operates at the intersection of government affairs, finance, and healthcare policy. His work focuses on demonstrating how private capital can support access, quality, and affordability in care delivery, while translating that case into policy that produces measurable outcomes for the people who rely on the system.

The Journey

His path was anything but linear, guiding him through barbering and community organizing before it landed on the field he now works in

"Healthcare is one of the few spaces where you can truly impact everyone, because at some point, everyone interacts with the system. "

That realization led him to focus on improving how care is accessed and experienced through policy and investment.

What This Recognition Means

The recognition reflects both impact and responsibility—reinforcing the need to ensure capital translates into real outcomes for communities.

What’s Next

He is supporting a healthcare startup while advancing community-led wellness initiatives through art and advocacy.

"Be audacious and innovative, and stay close to community."

Iwu’s work highlights that capital, when aligned with purpose, can be a powerful driver of equity and access, especially when it is guided by community need rather than market convenience.

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The BHC 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 honors the next generation of healthcare leaders reshaping how care is built, delivered, and experienced. Honorees will be celebrated at the Black Health Ball on June 27, 2026.