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Eric Migicovsky

06/14/19

@ Y Combinator

Building a network in the Bay Area is extremely valuable if you're planning to raise money or grow your company quickly.

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Should You Move Your Company to Silicon Valley? - Eric Migicovsky, Pebble Founder

@ Y Combinator

Should You Move Your Company to Silicon Valley? - Eric Migicovsky, Pebble Founder

06/14/19

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