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Adam Sharkawy - aVenture Research

Adam Sharkawy

AddedMar 31, 2024

UpdatedOct 13, 2026

Adam Sharkawy

Adam Sharkawy

Co-Founder, Material Impact

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Investment FirmBoston, MA, US

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Orbion Space Technology

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