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Mike Benitez
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Mike Benitez

Mike Benitez

CEO, Purple Rhombus· 2026 – present

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Mike Benitez's Career

Purple Rhombus

Purple Rhombus

SeedAustin, TX, US
CEO
2026 – present

Recent news

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Purple Rhombus and Hughes Bros. Aircrafters Enter Manufacturing Agreement to Scale Drone ProductionPurple Rhombus · 2026
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