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Traditional education was designed for factory workers — not for a world shaped by AI.

In this episode, Dr Abdul Quddus Mohammed shares how Thrive AI is helping Gen Z build mindset, resilience, and purpose in an era of rapid change.

🎧 This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.

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In this episode of SEF Backstage Pass, we dive into the journey of Hadil El Khatib, founder of The Broth Lab, The Roost Rotisserie, and Catcha Matcha.

Hadil opens up about how she built three purpose-driven F&B brands, the deep personal motivations behind each, and the emotional (and financial) realities of being a founder. From gut health to community-building, this conversation explores what happens when passion, purpose, and business collide — and how failure often fuels the biggest growth.

📍 This episode is produced in partnership with Poddster

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In this episode of SEF Backstage Pass, we sit down with Mazen Kanaan, the CEO and co-founder of House of Pops — the region’s standout clean-label popsicle brand. Mazen opens up about how they launched the brand with one cart, stayed true to their sustainability values, and built a scalable business with purpose at its core.

From the early pivots and lean strategies to the emotional moments of brand growth, this is a story of how staying simple — and intentional — can lead to real impact.

📍 Produced in partnership with Poddster

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في هذه الحلقة من SEF Backstage Pass، نلتقي بالمصمم الإماراتي الرائد هشام المظلوم، ونتعمّق معه في رحلته في عالم التصميم، وقصة بناء مشروع ديواني الذي دمج فيه فن الخط العربي مع العمارة المعاصرة.

يتحدث هشام عن التحديات، البدايات، والدروس التي تعلّمها خلال تصميم منزل تحوّل إلى أيقونة معمارية حصدت جوائز عالمية، وكيف يمكن للفن أن يكون مهنة، وصوت ثقافي عالمي.

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🎧 From launching the world’s first naming rights fuel station to revolutionizing loyalty in fuel retail—Ali Bin Zayed shares how Emarat is leading innovation while staying rooted in community impact.

🎙️ In partnership with Poddster.

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🎧 From building a bridge between startup founders and investors to championing data access and radical honesty—Erika Masako Welch shares how Lucidity Insights is transforming how startups in emerging markets grow, pitch, and lead with purpose.

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كيف ممكن للفن يكون وسيلة لريادة الأعمال؟
وكيف تتحول العدسة والخط العربي إلى أدوات لحفظ الإرث وصناعة المستقبل؟
في هذه الحلقة الملهمة، ينضم إلينا الفنان والمصور والخطاط عبدالله الأستاذ ليروي كيف استطاع أن يوثّق التغير العمراني والثقافي في خورفكان بعدسة الكاميرا، ويبتكر أساليب فنية معاصرة تمزج بين الخط العربي والتصوير.
ويشاركنا برؤيته حول كيف يمكن للفنان أن يكون رائد أعمال، ويصنع تأثيراً حقيقياً في مجاله.

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في هذه الحلقة الملهمة من بودكاست SEF Backstage Pass، نستضيف كابتن سحر راستي – مؤسسة والرئيس التنفيذي لـ SJR GROUP وأول قبطانة إماراتية 🇦🇪

من كسر الصور النمطية، إلى قيادة السفن، وتأسيس شركة متخصصة بالمجال البحري… رحلة استثنائية مليئة بالشغف والإصرار.

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The Future of Crypto in the Gulf — with H.E. Mohammed Al Hakim
In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, H.E. Mohammed Al Hakim — President of Crypto.com for the GCC and Turkey — shares his journey, insights into the future of crypto, and what’s next for blockchain innovation in the region. Tune in for valuable takeaways on leadership, tech, and growth.

🎙 This episode is part of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, proudly created in partnership with Poddster.

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How do you build a brand from scratch—and turn it into a global name in just two years?
In this inspiring episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, Brooke Bellamy, founder of Brookie, shares how she built her dessert brand with bold vision, relentless drive, and a deep love for baking. From personal turning points to plans for expansion in the UAE, Brooke’s journey is a lesson in clarity, courage, and commitment.

🎧 A must-watch for dreamers, doers, and dessert lovers.

📍This episode is part of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast — proudly created in partnership with Poddster.

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