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Janice D. Chaffin
AddedFeb 19, 2024
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Janice D. Chaffin

Janice D. Chaffin

Board Member, Illuminate Ventures

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Janice D. Chaffin's Career

Illuminate Ventures
Illuminate Ventures

Oakland, CA, US

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Synopsys
Synopsys

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PTC
PTC

Boston, MA, US

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Janice D. Chaffin's Career

Illuminate Ventures
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