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Those of you who missed Oct 31 webinar update on The Beirut Emergency Fund can watch the recorded session on LebNet's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCKh8QcIx-I

Dear LebNet members: we hope that you are getting value from being a LebNet member and you'd like us to continue putting out great content and programs and helping you give back to Lebanon. In order to continue providing these services, LebNet humbly asks that you contribute the $200 membership fee for 2020 to cover the costs of the various programs. Check out our work and growth in 2020 in the infographic below and visit this page to contribute and become a subscribed member https://lnkd.in/gngEcw3

Mark your calendars for an interesting talk on Nov 12! In collaboration with Maroun Semaan Faculty of Engineering & Architecture AUB, LebNet will be hosting the 5th part of Silicon Valley Channel talks. This time, Magid Abraham, founder and CEO of Neurawell Therapeutics, will discuss how teams play a key role in a business's success. Register here: https://bit.ly/2HykvDA

Beirut Re-store is a new online marketplace that launched in support of the Beirut Emergency Fund 2020. Find out more in the links below: #beirutrestore #actforlebanon #beirutemergencyfund Website: http://beirutrestore.com

The Beirut Emergency Fund has raised over $8m for Lebanon and more is yet to come. To find out how the money was disbursed and what was the impact, join us on October 31st and hear from Lebanese NGOs and fund representatives. Make sure you register here as places are limited: http://bit.ly/BEF-2020

Watch Joe Zoghzoghy discuss the future of warehouse automation and share with students his tips on early career success. This talk was part of the Silicon Valley series in collaboration with Maroun Semaan Faculty of Engineering & Architecture AUB

LebNet's quarterly newsletter is out: Internships for 2021, fundraising initiatives, women tech talks, inspiring stories and more: https://mailchi.mp//lebnet-oct-news-donations-internships-

What did these four student teams from AUB's Maroun Semaan Faculty of Engineering & Architecture AUB learned after working with two leading US-based companies? What did they work on and what advice did they get? Find out more by visiting the link below:

Demand for automation is forever increasing in the material handling industry. Join us on October 14th for a talk on the technologies employed in warehouse automation, given by Joe Zoghzoghy, CTO & GM of Mobile Robotics. This is the fourth part of the Silicon Valley Channel, a series of talks launched by LebNet and AUB Maroun Semaan Faculty of Engineering and Architecture (MSFEA) . Register here https://bit.ly/36Tjv7y

The Beirut Emergency Fund, launched by LIFE, SEAL, LebNet and joined by Jamhour Alumni and Kuwait-America Foundation, has raised over $8m so far to help the victims of the Beirut port explosion. Join us on October 31st to get the latest updates on the donations and a macro view of the situation on the ground and listen to discussions with NGO representatives. Register here: http://bit.ly/BEF-2020

What would Marianne Zakhour, co-founder of Orderbot, advise her 25-year old self? What challenges did she face as an e-commerce leader? What types of innovations are going to disrupt e-commerce? Listen to what she had to say in this one-on-one 10 minute video interview LebNet conducted as part of its series on Women in Tech.

MAJOR UPDATE! The Beirut Emergency Fund has raised 8 million Dollars so far and the second round of disbursements will fund the following mental health support organizations: Himaya, Embrace, Happy Child Foundation & Aide APEG. The first round of disbursements to hospitals, medical support, shelter and reconstruction have officially begun. Donate here: bitly.com/beirutemergencyfund

What trends will rule our future for the next 10 years? How will we adapt? What are the unforeseen challenges? Find out more in this webinar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04-SMkD-_hU

Artists with Beirut is an online benefit art auction to raise relief money for the people rendered homeless from the explosion. Over 42 artists worldwide donated their artworks and all funds will go directly to The Beirut Emergency Fund. Those interested in buying for a good cause can click here https://artscoops.com/au/artists-with-beirut-online-auction