Grant LaFontaine is the CEO of Whatnot. LaFontaine is based in USA. LaFontaine has held the role since 2019.
Co-founder and CEO of Whatnot, the largest live shopping platform in North America, UK, and Europe. Previously held product roles at YouTube and Facebook, and co-founded Kit, which was acquired by Patreon. Graduated from Cornell University with a BA in Economics.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Whatnot's significant funding milestones and valuation growth, including a Series G round that raised $545 million and pushed the company's valuation to nearly $20 billion, with LaFontaine and co-founder each reaching a net worth of $2.8 billion. The headlines also highlight the company's emergence as a major player in livestream commerce, its recognition as one of TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies, and the founders' journey overcoming initial investor rejection to build what coverage characterizes as a billion-dollar platform.
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- Who is Grant LaFontaine?
- Grant LaFontaine is the Co-Founder & CEO of Whatnot, based in USA.
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- Grant LaFontaine is CEO of Whatnot, a role held since 2019.