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Ben Ball
AddedMar 31, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Ben Ball

Ben Ball

Co-Founder, Francisco Partners

Ben Ball's Career

Francisco Partners
Francisco Partners

San Francisco, CA, US

Co-Founder
Source Photonics
Source Photonics

Chino Hills, CA, US

Board Member· Board

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Ben Ball's Career

Francisco Partners
Francisco Partners
Investment FirmInvestment Firm$80.6M1161999San Francisco, CA, US
Co-Founder

Leadership at Francisco Partners

David H KleinDavid H KleinBoard Member
Dj DebDj DebCo-Founder

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Source Photonics
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Board Member· Board

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