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who's who

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(Journalism & Publishing) a book or list containing the names and short biographies of famous people
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1. a reference work containing short biographical entries on the outstanding persons in a country, industry, profession, etc.: a who's who in science.
2. the outstanding or influential persons in a community, industry, profession, or other group.
[1840–50]
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The conferences feature distinguished speaker panels of local and international industry who's whos, to share the latest retail trends and insights in Thailand and beyond; free onfloor seminars including the Retail Training Program, organised by TRA, which explores industry trends, business models, branding and design development.
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