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Sanjay Banker
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedMay 31, 2026
Sanjay Banker

Sanjay Banker

Board Member, Sonder

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Sanjay Banker's Career

Sonder
Sonder

San Francisco, CA, US

Board Member· Board
Philz Coffee
Philz Coffee

San Francisco, CA, US

Board Member· Board
Big River Steel
Big River Steel

Osceola, AR, US

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Sanjay Banker's Career

Sonder
Sonder
Public$839.5M1.4k2014San Francisco, CA, US
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Nabeel HyattNabeel HyattBoard Member
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Vinh HaVinh HaCo-Founder
Tom BuoyTom BuoyBoard Member
Michelle FrymireMichelle FrymireBoard Member
Francis Davidson-TanguayFrancis Davidson-TanguayCo-Founder

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