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Ofer Sivan
Age: 36 Occupation: Co-owner, Oasis Falafel Greatest professional achievements: Providing people with the world’s best hummus. Mentors: Naftaly Stramer (co-owner, Oasis Falafel), Nancy Hauserman (aunt) and Steve Harding (Wedge Pizzeria) Best advice you ever received: Fail up! Well, it is…
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