Ben Fohner

Ben Fohner is a seasoned professional in product management and advisory roles, currently serving as the Director of Product Management at Abbott's Lingo Biowearables and as a Founding Member of Sidebar. Fohner also contributes as a Product Advisor for Hearth AI and engages in advising and angel investing through Fohner LLC, focusing on climate, health, and consumer tech startups. Previously, Fohner held leadership positions at Recidiviz, Schmidt Futures, and Google, where significant achievements included expanding Google Pay into new markets and managing product teams focused on social impact and consumer needs. Fohner's educational background includes a BA with Honors in Human Biology from Stanford University and a Master's in Business from Monash University, with additional studies at the University of Oxford and The Wharton School.