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Technology and business publication FOMO.21 has published an in-depth profile of Andrew Thompson \u2013 a Silicon Valley investor, valued adviser to Vabamu\u2019s international initiatives, and the husband of Vabamu Supervisory Council Chair Sylvia Thompson. The feature explores his longstanding commitment to Estonia and his role in building bridges between Estonia, Stanford University, and the global innovation community.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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In the interview, Andrew Thompson reflects on more than three decades of engagement with Estonia, from his first visits to the newly re-independent country to the initiatives he supports today in the fields of innovation, education, and security. The article highlights his contributions to strengthening ties between Stanford University and Estonia, launching the Creative Destruction Lab Estonia (CDL-Estonia), and fostering international networks that connect Estonian talent with global expertise. It also offers his perspective on why Estonia\u2019s entrepreneurial mindset and strong sense of identity make it uniquely positioned to thrive in a rapidly changing world.<\/p>\n

Read the full FOMO.21 profile of Andrew Thompson here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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