Weekly Wrap-Up: October 06-10
Coming up: Mix N' Mentor Beirut
Get ready to Mix N' Mentor, Beirut! This Saturday, October 12th, we'll be launching the new format of Mix N' Mentor in Lebanon with entrepreneurs, mentors, and industry experts from across the region. We'll be broadcasting short pitches so tune in to live.wamda.com and follow #MixNMentor for updates from the event throughout the day!
Upcoming Events
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LinkedIn goes Orientalist with new Middle East infographic
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