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Samos

YC W22

Ontario, CA · Founded 2021 · 6 employees · 9 known investors

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Samos offers on-demand Surgical Risk Insurance (SRI) that covers accidental death during surgery, providing patients with affordable coverage that supplements traditional insurance without requiring medical exams. The product is designed for individuals undergoing surgery or their family members seeking supplemental protection.

Also known as Five1Nine Inc. · Five1Nine

FintechInsurTechConsumer Health ServicesHealth TechHealthcareInsurance

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)

Samos was founded in 2021 by Leon Punambolam.

LPLeon Punambolam
Leon PunambolamFounder · Chief Executive OfficerHe has held executive roles in insurance with experience in leadership, strategic planning, financial management, and risk management.
EBEric Blondeel
Eric BlondeelCo-Founder2021–2023Investor at Kenota Health
ME
Matthew Eggertson

Investors · 9

Y Combinator✓ confirmed by SamosSan Francisco · $500K

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MGV.VClisted by MGV.VCSan Francisco · $500K

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MS&AD Ventureslisted by MS&AD VenturesMenlo Park · $500K – $3M

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Alicorn Venture PartnersreportedTel Aviv · $1M – $15M

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Liquid VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $250K – $5M

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North South VenturesreportedToronto

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PioneerreportedToronto, Ontario

How we know: Y Combinator's founder network · Not right? Tell us

SiriusPointreportedHamilton

How we know: press coverage · Y Combinator's founder network · Not right? Tell us

Velocity Fundreported

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Related companies · 4

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SafetyWingSafetyWing builds insurance and safety-net products for digital nomads and remote workers, including health, income, and travel coverage that works across borders. Its flagship membership, Nomad Citizen, is aimed at people who live and work internationally rather than from a single home country.
Gradia HealthGradia provides a virtual care platform for patients with chronic conditions, offering integrated communication and specialized care coordination between clinic appointments to supplement traditional in-person care.
Orange Health LabsOrange Health Labs operates a home-based diagnostic testing service in Indian cities, offering sample collection within 30 minutes and lab results within 6 hours. The company serves urban consumers seeking rapid medical testing across major metropolitan areas.

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Five1Nine
Five1Nine Inc.

In the news

Samos launches insurance product for accidental death during surgery | BetaKitbetakit.com · Mar 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Samos do?
Samos offers on-demand Surgical Risk Insurance (SRI) that covers accidental death during surgery, providing patients with affordable coverage that supplements traditional insurance without requiring medical exams. The product is designed for individuals undergoing surgery or their family members seeking supplemental protection.
Who founded Samos?
Samos was founded by Leon Punambolam in 2021.
Who are Samos's investors?
Samos's investors include Y Combinator, MGV.VC, MS&AD Ventures, Alicorn Venture Partners, Liquid Ventures, North South Ventures, Pioneer, SiriusPoint and 1 more.
Where is Samos headquartered?
Samos is headquartered in Ontario, CA.