Ben Wesner

Lemme tell you bout Ben Wesner – the dude’s the real deal in the startup game right now. So, he’s a YC Batch S23 guy, which is already a big flex, but what’s more interesting is his whole process. The guy’s been grinding in tech and healthcare, and he’s got that mix of smarts and hustle that’s rare.

Started out at Brown University, studying Comp Sci and Econ – basically the perfect combo for someone who wants to build cool tech that actually makes a difference. Right after, he jumped into the scene working at Bloomberg, which is no joke. That’s big league software engineering, learning how to handle massive info and stay sharp. Then he dipped his toes at Juniper Behavioral Health, so he’s always been into health stuff, especially where tech and wellness collide.

But here’s where it gets interesting. Ben co-founded Fortuna Health, and he’s CTO there. This isn’t just some side gig – Fortuna is backed by the big boys like a16z, BoxGroup, and YC itself. They’re all about fixing Medicaid, making it way easier for folks to guide healthcare – which is some of the most bullshit frustrating shit out there. Fortuna’s got top healthcare founders and execs from Zocdoc, PillPack, Cityblock backing them, so they’re legit building something that could actually change lives.

What does this tell me about Ben? Dude’s driven by purpose, not just the tech for tech’s sake. He saw a problem that hits close to home – the mess in Medicaid – and jumped into building something that could fix it. That’s the kind of motivation that separates the founders who crush it from the rest. He’s not just in startups because it’s trendy; he’s in it to make a real impact, to improve how people get healthcare.

And he’s not just a coder. He’s held a lot of leadership roles – GM at Brown Daily Herald, interned at places like Blend and MITRE – so he’s got that mix of engineering chops and business sense. He’s all about building teams, understanding the area, and making shit happen.

Now, he’s based in NYC, which is the perfect spot for a health tech startup right now. Tons of investors, talent, and opportunities. Ben’s been through the trenches, from big corp experience to launching a startup backed by the best in the biz. It’s clear he’s not just here to play; he’s here to change healthcare and make it better for everyone.

Long story short? Ben Wesner is the kind of founder you gotta watch. He’s got that rare combo of technical skill, genuine purpose, and the hustle to turn big ideas into real-world solutions. He’s definitely someone who’s gonna keep crushing it and pushing healthcare forward. No Cap.