I like founders who can sell: 500 Startups Japan’s James Riney

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I like founders who can sell: 500 Startups Japan’s James Riney

Chelsea Ng
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September 28, 2015

Meet James Riney, Head, 500 Startups Japan.

Based in Japan, Riney manages a US$30 million fund meant to invest in innovative startups in the country. He has plenty of experience, having founded a startup in Tokyo and worked as a Principal atDeNA’s venture arm.

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