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We brought together professionals with diverse career journeys, including those who had navigated setbacks or pivoted into entirely new roles and industries, to share what they\u2019ve learned along the way.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you to our panelists Nimrah Riaz, Nour Baki, and Wisam Nahhas, and our moderator Hind Farag, for sharing your stories, lessons, and real talk on building a personal brand.<\/p>\n<p>Attendees explored:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What their own personal brand looks like today<\/li>\n<li>Practical ways to communicate their strengths and value<\/li>\n<li>How to build connections with people who\u2019ve been where they\u2019re headed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A huge shoutout to our vendors who kept us fed and caffeinated:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gyro Hut for dinner<\/li>\n<li>Honeyandsalt for the sweetest desserts and cookies<\/li>\n<li>Kahfe for sponsoring coffee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And thank you to PwC for hosting, and to everyone who joined us.<\/p>\n<p>Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026<br \/>\nTime: 6:00 PM \u2013 9:00 PM<br \/>\nVenue: PwC Offices, 1000 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77002<\/p>\n<p>Want to be part of the next MAX Cafe? 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