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Feb 2025
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From Startup to $40M Exit – And We’re St...

Hampton
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Most founders feel isolated after selling their company. Chris and David Sinkinson didn’t—because they had each other. The brothers built and sold their startup, AppArmor, for $40 million. But unlike many founders who struggle with identity and purpose post-exit, they had a built-in support system: each other. With a 10-year age gap and complementary skills, ... Show More
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