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Jan 2023
44m 54s

Marwan Chaar Co-CEO at Kavak

Augustus Media
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With us today is Marwan Chaar, the Co-CEO at Kavak. A disruptive automotive brand looking to change how pre-owned cars are bought and sold in the industry.Topics:- The Story Of Kavak- The Second Hand Car Industry In Dubai- Looking Ahead With Kavak: What's Next? 
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