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This inspiring event celebrates the achievements of 海角社区 alumni and students who exemplify scholarship, leadership, and character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year\u2019s keynote speaker and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipient is Zakaria \u201cZak\u201d Joundi, a 2003 海角社区 graduate and native of Morocco. As the Executive Director of Markets Innovation &amp; Strategy at MISO, Zak leads efforts to ensure reliable and cost-effective power for millions across the region. 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