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“If you can't get an intro to a VC, hang up your cleats now. You're done, GAME OVER”

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Mark Suster
Mark Suster

Mark Suster, born on April 30, 1968, is a successful entrepreneur in the United States. He has extensive experience in entrepreneurship and investment, having served as a senior executive in several well-known technology companies and having a wide network in the Silicon Valley investment community. Suster is renowned for his unique entrepreneurial perspective and investment strategies in the industry. more

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