Robert Fontaine (born November 18, 1980) is a French chess Grandmaster, who was awarded the title in 2002. During his competitive career, he represented France in international competitions, including the 2004 Chess Olympiad in Calvià, and achieved notable results in numerous tournaments, winning the Dubai Open, among others. In addition to his playing career, Fontaine is known as a chess commentator and journalist. In recent years, his career has shifted towards high-profile organizational and managerial roles in the chess world. He served as CEO of the FIDE Online Arena, contributing to the development of official playing platforms, and was a key figure in the organization and promotion of innovative events such as the Global Chess League. His career path highlights a transition from a top player to an influential executive and organizer on the international chess scene.