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Nadine Kanso
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Bil Arabi
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KIM A. PAGE
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“SEF is more than an event. It’s a place where ambition feels real, shared, and possible.”
STEVEN BARTLETT
Host, Diary of a CEO
CHRIS BARTON
Founder, Shazam
“SEF sparks ideas and momentum. You leave inspired, knowing the impact doesn’t stop when the event ends.”
“SEF creates space for honest conversations. It’s where people come together to share what’s real and move things forward.”
KIM A. PAGE
TEDx Speaker, Author
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