Dorian Webb is an advocator of women and community. Since founding her eponymous design company while attending Yale University, Dorian has supported both groups through the sale of her jewelry, home décor and fine art. Often, this championing involves creating intentional pieces and donating a portion of the proceeds to social justice organizations.On the advisory board of numerous women-led start ups, Dorian launched “Uplift” a showcase of Black design talent that activated unused retail spaces in downtown Oakland. Sponsored by Alameda County’s Small Business Development Center, Dorian began a speaker series entitled “Women in Business”, now in its 6th year, to support Oakland's minority women business owners by sharing information, access to resources and networking opportunities. As a member of the Nor-Cal loan committee, she ensures that women and minorities have access to the funding they need to grow their businesses.As recognition for her advocacy, Dorian received the Madame CJ Walker Entrepreneur Award in 2019. As one of six designers nationwide, in 2021, Dorian was selected for the Emerging Designer Diamond Initiative which seeks to diversify the diamond industry. Dorian was also a finalist in the NEXT NOW competition, which indentifies design talent in the jewelry industry.