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Because it's so empowering, I want people to think about being entrepreneurial regardless. They don't have to start companies, but that's what makes them great employees, that's what makes them great citizens.

Alexis Ohanian

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Alexis Ohanian
Age: 41
Born: 1983
Born: April 24
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