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Chris Rust
AddedMar 31, 2024
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Chris Rust

Chris Rust

Co-Founder, Clear Ventures

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Chris Rust's Career

Clear Ventures
Clear Ventures

Palo Alto, CA, US

Co-Founder
Espresa
Espresa

Palo Alto, CA, US

Board Member· Board

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Chris Rust's Career

Clear Ventures
Clear Ventures
Investment FirmInvestment Firm352014Palo Alto, CA, US
Co-Founder

Recent news

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Leadership at Clear Ventures

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