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Mark Fiorentino
Partner at Index Ventures
Mark Fiorentino is a Partner at Index Ventures, a prominent venture capital firm based in San Francisco. He has been with Index Ventures since 2019, focusing primarily on investments in the fintech sector as well as application software as a service (SaaS). Fiorentino is known for leading investments in several high-growth companies, including RevenueCat, Loop, Pomelo, and Mercantile.124
Professional Background
Before joining Index Ventures, Fiorentino spent four years at Stripe, where he played a crucial role in business strategy and finance, contributing to the company's growth from a few hundred employees to nearly 2,000. His experience at Stripe provided him with valuable insights into the fintech landscape, which he now leverages in his investment strategies.345
Fiorentino's career also includes positions as an investment banking analyst at Goldman Sachs and as a private equity associate at GI Partners. His educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley.24
Investment Focus
Fiorentino's investment interests are primarily centered around fintech infrastructure and verticalized payment workflows, as well as SaaS solutions that disrupt traditional business models. He is particularly interested in areas such as earned wage access, credit underwriting, and the automation of back-office functions.45
Personal Interests
Outside of his professional endeavors, Fiorentino is a certified sommelier and enjoys CrossFit. He is also a sports enthusiast, following teams like the Green Bay Packers and Los Angeles Lakers.45
