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Chris Gaffney - aVenture Research

Chris Gaffney

AddedMar 31, 2024

UpdatedOct 12, 2026

Chris Gaffney

Chris Gaffney

Co-Founder, Great Hill Partners

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Investment FirmBoston, MA, US

Co-Founder

Intapp

PublicPalo Alto, CA, US

Board Member· Board

Reliam

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Smart Business Advisory and Consulting

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Paradox

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