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Aug 2024
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Episode 51: Amira Akra, Product Manager ...

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"A conversation with Mountasser Hachem profoundly impacted my career when he asked if my hobby was merely collecting certificates and degrees!" Amira Akra, Product Manager (Messaging) at Vodafone Germany, in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.


In this captivating episode, Amira shares insights into her Lebanese and German roots, her experience growing up in the Middle East, and her eventual move to Europe. A true technology enthusiast, Amira began her journey with academic pursuits, earning a Master’s in Computer & Communication Engineering from Beirut and pursuing a PhD in 5G. As a voracious reader and an 'unplanned mom' who has developed a deep affinity for children, Amira opens up about her life experiences, and also reveals thrilling moments, such as skydiving at The Palm Jumeirah in Dubai during her honeymoon and her love for bold hair colors!

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