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Derek Kessen at Heron Ventures - East Africa Growth Fund (CHICAGO) — investor profile with stated focus, portfolio history and check-size range on StartupFundraising.com.

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Derek Kessen, Heron Ventures - East Africa Growth Fund

Form D filings with the SEC list DEREK KESSEN as an Executive Officer of Heron Ventures - East Africa. See portfolio, check size, focus and contact routes.

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