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John Fontein

Founder of Sesame

Brooklyn, New York

Overview 

John Fontein is the Co-Founder of Sesame in Brooklyn, New York, with a background in investment banking at Goldman Sachs and experience as the Founder and CEO of RE:LABEL. He has successfully invested in a variety of companies, including Gemini, BlockFi, and Rally, showcasing his expertise in capital markets and entrepreneurship.

Work Experience 

  • Co-Founder

    2018 - Current

Sesame is building a radically new healthcare system for uninsured Americans and those with high-deductible insurance plans.

Raised $74,960,000.00 from Virgin Group, General Catalyst, FMZ Ventures, TeleSoft Partners, Industry Ventures, Giant Ventures, Google Ventures, Alumni Ventures, Coefficient Capital and Green D Ventures.

  • GM, North America

    2018 - 2018

  • VP Business Development

    2015 - 2017

  • Associate

    2014 - 2015

  • Analyst - Associate

    2008 - 2013

Goldman Sachs is a multinational financial services firm providing securities, investment banking, and management services.

  • Founder and CEO

    2008 - 2014

  • Producer and Songwriter

    2005 - 2006

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