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Before The Swan: Why Venture Capital Matters
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Max Finski (Finn)
Non-Executive Board Director · Blackbridge Investment SwissWorking at the intersection of brokerage growth, fintech, regulation and regional expansion, with more than 15 years of leadership experience across MENA, CIS, Europe and emerging markets.
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