Founder, Ripe Robotics
| Role | Organisation | Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Founder | Ripe Robotics | Afterwork Ventures portfolio, Startup Daily |
| Strategy Consultant (former) | Accenture | Afterwork Ventures portfolio |
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