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Rick Hess
AddedMar 31, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Rick Hess

Rick Hess

Founder, Cobalt Capital

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Rick Hess's Career

Cobalt Capital
Cobalt Capital

Santa Monica, CA, US

Founder
Evolution Media
Evolution Media

Los Angeles, CA, US

Co-Founder
Scopely
Scopely

Culver City, CA, US

Board Member· Board

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Rick Hess's Career

Cobalt Capital
Cobalt Capital
Investment Firm92019Santa Monica, CA, US
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