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Contrary is a venture fund that invests in the world's top talent, backed by iconic entrepreneurs.

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01.04.2016

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Private

Description

The company employs a sophisticated software platform and a team of talented scouts to identify and invest in promising startups at an early stage. Contrary provides continuous support to the startups as they scale, helping them to achieve their full potential. The company also offers valuable resources to startup job seekers through its startupsearch.com platform and conducts research into technology companies on research.contrary.com.
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Kyle Harrison

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Raya Ward

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Hunter Hancock

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Brian Fakhoury

Venture Partner

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Venture Partner

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