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ACTIVE
Global HQ
New York, United States
Countries of investment
  • USA
Investment stages
  • Seed
  • Series A
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    About
    Sesame Ventures, a part of Sesame Workshop, is a nonprofit educational organization renowned for its pioneering work behind Sesame Street. Committed to nurturing children’s development, Sesame Ventures focuses on empowering young minds to grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. Through innovative educational content delivered across multiple platforms, including television, digital media, and community programs, they strive to reach children in diverse environments around the globe, ensuring that essential learning and life skills are accessible to all. By fostering inclusivity and promoting social-emotional learning, Sesame Ventures plays a vital role in shaping a brighter future for children everywhere.
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    $250K
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    Investment Thesis

    Sesame Ventures partners with emerging companies innovating in education, health, and social Theylfare for children, providing investment capital and access to Sesame Workshop’s expertise.
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    Manager's Experience

    Leveraging extensive expertise in early-stage investments, the fund manager has successfully executed over 20 transactions across sectors such as education, media, and technology. With a strong emphasis on thematic investment strategies, the focus has been primarily on North America and emerging markets. The manager's operator-first approach has facilitated notable exits, underscoring a commitment to fostering growth within portfolio companies. Their data-driven methodology enhances decision-making and aligns with evolving market trends.

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    Team

    Victor Defendini

    Veronica Wulff

    Tomoko Nagano

    Suzanne Duncan

    Sherrie Rollinswestin

    Sherrie Westin

    Sharon Lyew

    Shari Rosenfeld

    Scott Chambers

    Samuel Sagenkahn

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