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“What is it about business that makes us laugh - when things go wrong, which they do all the time (why, I still wish I knew) then we need to laugh.”

Quote by Ronnie Apteker

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Ronnie Apteker is an internet entrepreneur born on August 19, 1967. He is known for his innovation and leadership in the internet industry, having held key positions in several prominent internet companies. more

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