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Tessa Savakus is an Analyst at Ribbit Capital in Palo Alto, California, focusing on Payments, Insurance, Web3/Blockchain, and FinTech investments, typically at Seed and Series A stages with investment ranges from $2.0M to $15.0M. She joined Ribbit Capital in 2015 after earlier roles in retail and public service, including as an Impact Team Member at Abercrombie & Fitch and work with Senator Loni Hancock’s office. Tessa is a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Health & Rhetoric, reflecting her diverse academic interests. Her professional path also includes experience at Beauty & Attitude and Athleta, showcasing her versatility across sectors. Tessa is recognized for her deep understanding of financial technology trends and her commitment to supporting transformative companies in the FinTech space.