SEF Backstage Pass
SEF backstage pass is a platform powered by Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival. Think of this podcast as the behind the scenes pass to the festival experience, the inspiring talks from the keynote speakers, the thought-provoking conversations, and a glimpse into the magic that makes the festival truly special. Here, you will be joining our exceptional guests as they share their personal journeys; the changemakers who abandoned the limitations that others set for them and let only their ambitions dictate what is possible. This is not just a place to get inspired, it’s a community that you will relate to and a platform that will share real strategies and tools to get you closer to answering the question. “What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” Sharjahef.com
SEF Backstage Pass
Designing Sharjah’s Story
For Emirati designer and artist Hessa Al Zarooni, that story is deeply connected to Sharjah’s heritage. From her graduation project Mazdan — inspired by traditional gypsum patterns in old Sharjah — to designing the Made in Sharjah pavilion at SEF, Hessa shows how creativity can bridge past and present.
In this episode, she shares her journey of turning passion into purpose, the role of community support in her growth, and why confidence is the secret ingredient for every creative.
🎧 Watch the full episode here now and subscribe for more stories from artists redefining culture and creativity.
This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.
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