Enye Bemir Kidanu has over 20 years of experience specializing in business development and human resources management. Currently, she serves as the General Manager of Twoeb Management Solutions PLC.
Her career has included significant roles as a Consultant, Trainer and Human Resource Manager at various institutions, including Abay and Enat Bank.
Enye holds MA degree in Leadership & Management and BA in Management and Public Administration. She is a certified SIYB (Start and Improve Your Business) Master Trainer by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and a full member of CMC-GLOBAL INSTITUTE. She is also recognized as a Certified National Coach of Transformational Leadership through the UNDP program and a certified AFCoP (African Community of Practice) Facilitator.
Sewale Abate Ayalew (PhD) has 23 years of cumulative experience and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Addis Ababa University (AAU). He also holds key leadership roles as a Board Director and Chairman of the Finance, Audit, and Risk Sub-Committee at Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Enterprise. Additionally, he has served as the Board Chairman of Buna Bank S.C.
Dr. Sewale's expertise extends to the realm of investment, serving as the Investment Director at Gift Real Estate and previously as the Finance and Administration Manager at the same company. His academic contributions include serving as the Associate Dean for Research & Technology Transfer at AAU's College of Business and Economics as well as holding various leadership positions at Bahir Dar University, including Department Head, Head of Audit Directorate, and Academic Vice Dean.
Dr. Sewale holds a PhD in Accounting and Finance, an MCom with specialization in Finance, and a BA in Accounting. He has furthered his academic qualifications with various certificates in Capital Market Operations, Financial Modeling, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Alemtsehay Degaga Asfaw has been serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the National Insurance Company of Ethiopia, S.C. (NICE), where she is leading strategic initiatives and driven organizational growth. Prior to this, she was the Director of the Reinsurance Department at NICE, overseeing critical risk management processes. Her extensive experience also includes roles as Reinsurance Division Manager and Reinsurance Section Head at NICE, showcasing her deep expertise in the insurance sector. Her career began as an Operations Officer at NICE, providing her with a strong foundation in operational management.
Alemtsehay holds a MA Degree in Economics with a specialization in Competition Policy and Regulatory Economics from Addis Ababa University. She also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the same institution. Her professional credentials are further bolstered by the CII Award in General Insurance, underscoring her commitment and expertise in the field.
Her career has included significant roles as a Consultant, Trainer and Human Resource Manager at various institutions, including Abay and Enat Bank.
Enye holds MA degree in Leadership & Management and BA in Management and Public Administration. She is a certified SIYB (Start and Improve Your Business) Master Trainer by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and a full member of CMC-GLOBAL INSTITUTE. She is also recognized as a Certified National Coach of Transformational Leadership through the UNDP program and a certified AFCoP (African Community of Practice) Facilitator.
Her career has included significant roles as a Consultant, Trainer and Human Resource Manager at various institutions, including Abay and Enat Bank.
Enye holds MA degree in Leadership & Management and BA in Management and Public Administration. She is a certified SIYB (Start and Improve Your Business) Master Trainer by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and a full member of CMC-GLOBAL INSTITUTE. She is also recognized as a Certified National Coach of Transformational Leadership through the UNDP program and a certified AFCoP (African Community of Practice) Facilitator.
Ato Abera Abegaz Eshete has held key positions in reputable organizations such as Concern Ethiopia, SIDA, SGS, and A.Y Noble Inspection & Surveillance Service. His expertise extends to accreditation in ISO/IEC17020:2012, affirming his proficiency in inspection processes. Additionally, He serves as an engaged Board of Director in the Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectorial Association.
Ato Abera holds a BA degree in Business Management, providing him with a solid foundation in business principles and management practices. Furthermore, he has pursued an MA degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM).
Ato Dawit Ergetu Tessema is currently serving as the CEO of Firefly Business PLC since January 2024. Prior to this role he was the Director of Finance and Administration at Corbetti Geothermal PLC from June 2016 to December 2023. His previous positions include Finance and Administration Manager at Tullow Ethiopia B.V, Finance Manager at ZTE (HK) Limited Ethiopian Branch, and Finance Officer at Africa Oil Ethiopia B.V.
Ato Dawit holds an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) degree, a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems, and a Diploma in Accounting.
Emawayish Addisu Hagos has over 33 years of extensive experience in the banking sector, which demonstrated proficiency in various capacities, reaching up to the level of Director of the International Banking Department.
Her career highlights include serving as a former Board Director at Zemen Bank and Vision Microfinance. Emawayish's academic qualifications include an MBA in Business Administration and a BA in Accounting, both obtained from Addis Ababa University.
Ermias Eshetu has over 25 years of technical and leadership experience on the continent and has held various posts together with several Board Directorships including the American Chamber in Ethiopia (AmCham), the Accounting Auditing Board of Ethiopia (AABE) and Zemen Bank Share Company.
Ermias Eshetu was ranked in the 2016 and 2017 ‘Choiseul 100 Africa-Future Economic Leaders’ for being an active contributor to the economic development of Africa. In 2017, he was also recognized by MIPAD 100 (Most Influential People of African Descent 100) for his various contribution and achievements.
Prior to that, Ermias Eshetu held the position of CEO at the Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for three years until end of 2017. During his tenure with ECX, he prudently and strategically led the effort of the Exchange in building a modern marketing system via the launch of an e-Trade platform which had remarkable contribution to the lives of the rural communities and trading enterprises. Prior to that, Ermias was part of an establishment who founded Zemen Bank serving as Vice President.
Ermias Eshetu studied at the University of Manchester, UK, receiving his Master’s Degree in International Business from Manchester School of Management and a Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Computation at UMIST.
Ermias Eshetu is passionate about advancing capital investment across Africa, and the Financial Sector development particularly in Ethiopia. To that end, he has spoken on many panels and investment conferences over the past 20 years including at the Milken Institute Global Conference, AFSIC and Choiseul.
Ermias Eshetu until recently served as CEO of FSD Ethiopia, Chairman of the Board of Zemen Bank and as Non-Executive Director of Grant Thornton Ethiopia. He is also currently serving in the Advisory Board of a US Non-profit Entity Village Enterprise as well as a leading education establishment in Ethiopia, Welkite University.
Getnet Belay Ferede (Eng.) has more than 25 years of experience in leadership and management across various industries. Currently, he is the General Manager of ASKU PLC and Vice Chief Operations Officer at ABIG Corporate Management Services. Before joining ABIG, he held higher-level managerial and leadership positions at Ethiopian Airlines. He played a key role in developing and implementing HR Skill Development programs at Ethiopian Airlines and ABIG.
Getnet obtained MBA in International Business from Lincoln University, in California, where he graduated with top honors. He is also an alumnus of Addis Ababa University where he studied Mechanical Engineering. He holds various professional certifications including Management Consultancy Services. In addition to advising and overseeing different portfolio companies, he is involved in various social responsibility initiatives and currently serves as Board President of the Ethiopian Beverages Manufacturing Industries Association.
Tilaye Kassahun Ayen (PhD) currently serves as an Associate Professor of Management at St. Mary’s University. In addition, he holds roles as Founder and General Manager of PRIN International Consultancy and Research Services PLC, Abrak Medical Services PLC, TAKSEL Trading PLC, and Mountain Trading PLC. His leadership extends to international initiatives, as he managed the GPE’s Knowledge and Innovation Exchange (KIX) Hub for Anglophone Africa under UNESCO from 2020 to 2021. He also served as Director of Research, Publications and Outreach Services at the Ethiopian Civil Service College as well as as Assistant Professor of Management and Senior Planning Expert at the same institute from1997to 2010.
Tilaye has served on the Board of Directors at Abay Bank from 2017to 2019 and as the Board Chairman of Jabi Integrated Agro-Industry S.C. His academic contributions include serving as a visiting professor in Human Resources Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Management, Corporate Governance, Strategic Leadership, Change Management, and Project Management at institutions such as AAU, Bahir Dar University, Jimma University, the University of South Africa (UNISA), Indira Gandhi Open University (India-affiliated with SMU), University CAT TOLICA (Italy- affiliated with SMU), International Leadership Institute (Greenwich University), and Jetro Leadership Institute. He has completed numerous consultancy tasks for organizations such as USAID, the World Bank, UNESCO, UNICEF, DFID, NRC, MDF, DBE, Save the Children International, Plan International, Ministry of Education, MoLSA, and many others.
His academic qualifications include a PhD in Management, an MBA in Human Resources Management, a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, an MA in Educational Administration, and a BA in Pedagogy/Mathematics. He received professional training certificates in Project Management, Strategic HRM, Strategic Leadership and Management, Advanced Research, Corporate Governance, Risk Management, BPR, BSC, Benchmarking Techniques, and others.
Emawayish Addisu Hagos has over 33 years of extensive experience in the banking sector, which demonstrated proficiency in various capacities, reaching up to the level of Director of the International Banking Department.
Her career highlights include serving as a former Board Director at Zemen Bank and Vision Microfinance. Emawayish's academic qualifications include an MBA in Business Administration and a BA in Accounting, both obtained from Addis Ababa University.
Sewale Abate Ayalew (PhD) has 23 years of cumulative experience and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Addis Ababa University (AAU). He also holds key leadership roles as a Board Director and Chairman of the Finance, Audit, and Risk Sub-Committee at Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Enterprise. Additionally, he has served as the Board Chairman of Buna Bank S.C.
Dr. Sewale's expertise extends to the realm of investment, serving as the Investment Director at Gift Real Estate and previously as the Finance and Administration Manager at the same company. His academic contributions include serving as the Associate Dean for Research & Technology Transfer at AAU's College of Business and Economics as well as holding various leadership positions at Bahir Dar University, including Department Head, Head of Audit Directorate, and Academic Vice Dean.
Dr. Sewale holds a PhD in Accounting and Finance, an MCom with specialization in Finance, and a BA in Accounting. He has furthered his academic qualifications with various certificates in Capital Market Operations, Financial Modeling, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Ato Abera Abegaz Eshete has held key positions in reputable organizations such as Concern Ethiopia, SIDA, SGS, and A.Y Noble Inspection & Surveillance Service. His expertise extends to accreditation in ISO/IEC17020:2012, affirming his proficiency in inspection processes. Additionally, He serves as an engaged Board of Director in the Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectorial Association.
Ato Abera holds a BA degree in Business Management, providing him with a solid foundation in business principles and management practices. Furthermore, he has pursued an MA degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM).
Tilaye Kassahun Ayen (PhD) currently serves as an Associate Professor of Management at St. Mary’s University. In addition, he holds roles as Founder and General Manager of PRIN International Consultancy and Research Services PLC, Abrak Medical Services PLC, TAKSEL Trading PLC, and Mountain Trading PLC. His leadership extends to international initiatives, as he managed the GPE’s Knowledge and Innovation Exchange (KIX) Hub for Anglophone Africa under UNESCO from 2020 to 2021. He also served as Director of Research, Publications and Outreach Services at the Ethiopian Civil Service College as well as as Assistant Professor of Management and Senior Planning Expert at the same institute from1997to 2010.
Tilaye has served on the Board of Directors at Abay Bank from 2017to 2019 and as the Board Chairman of Jabi Integrated Agro-Industry S.C. His academic contributions include serving as a visiting professor in Human Resources Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Management, Corporate Governance, Strategic Leadership, Change Management, and Project Management at institutions such as AAU, Bahir Dar University, Jimma University, the University of South Africa (UNISA), Indira Gandhi Open University (India-affiliated with SMU), University CAT TOLICA (Italy- affiliated with SMU), International Leadership Institute (Greenwich University), and Jetro Leadership Institute. He has completed numerous consultancy tasks for organizations such as USAID, the World Bank, UNESCO, UNICEF, DFID, NRC, MDF, DBE, Save the Children International, Plan International, Ministry of Education, MoLSA, and many others.
His academic qualifications include a PhD in Management, an MBA in Human Resources Management, a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, an MA in Educational Administration, and a BA in Pedagogy/Mathematics. He received professional training certificates in Project Management, Strategic HRM, Strategic Leadership and Management, Advanced Research, Corporate Governance, Risk Management, BPR, BSC, Benchmarking Techniques, and others.
Emawayish Addisu Hagos has over 33 years of extensive experience in the banking sector, which demonstrated proficiency in various capacities, reaching up to the level of Director of the International Banking Department.
Her career highlights include serving as a former Board Director at Zemen Bank and Vision Microfinance. Emawayish's academic qualifications include an MBA in Business Administration and a BA in Accounting, both obtained from Addis Ababa University.
Ato Dawit Ergetu Tessema is currently serving as the CEO of Firefly Business PLC since January 2024. Prior to this role he was the Director of Finance and Administration at Corbetti Geothermal PLC from June 2016 to December 2023. His previous positions include Finance and Administration Manager at Tullow Ethiopia B.V, Finance Manager at ZTE (HK) Limited Ethiopian Branch, and Finance Officer at Africa Oil Ethiopia B.V.
Ato Dawit holds an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) degree, a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems, and a Diploma in Accounting.
Sewale Abate Ayalew (PhD) has 23 years of cumulative experience and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Addis Ababa University (AAU). He also holds key leadership roles as a Board Director and Chairman of the Finance, Audit, and Risk Sub-Committee at Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Enterprise. Additionally, he has served as the Board Chairman of Buna Bank S.C.
Dr. Sewale's expertise extends to the realm of investment, serving as the Investment Director at Gift Real Estate and previously as the Finance and Administration Manager at the same company. His academic contributions include serving as the Associate Dean for Research & Technology Transfer at AAU's College of Business and Economics as well as holding various leadership positions at Bahir Dar University, including Department Head, Head of Audit Directorate, and Academic Vice Dean.
Dr. Sewale holds a PhD in Accounting and Finance, an MCom with specialization in Finance, and a BA in Accounting. He has furthered his academic qualifications with various certificates in Capital Market Operations, Financial Modeling, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Getnet Belay Ferede (Eng.) has more than 25 years of experience in leadership and management across various industries. Currently, he is the General Manager of ASKU PLC and Vice Chief Operations Officer at ABIG Corporate Management Services. Before joining ABIG, he held higher-level managerial and leadership positions at Ethiopian Airlines. He played a key role in developing and implementing HR Skill Development programs at Ethiopian Airlines and ABIG.
Getnet obtained MBA in International Business from Lincoln University, in California, where he graduated with top honors. He is also an alumnus of Addis Ababa University where he studied Mechanical Engineering. He holds various professional certifications including Management Consultancy Services. In addition to advising and overseeing different portfolio companies, he is involved in various social responsibility initiatives and currently serves as Board President of the Ethiopian Beverages Manufacturing Industries Association.
Alemtsehay Degaga Asfaw has been serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the National Insurance Company of Ethiopia, S.C. (NICE), where she is leading strategic initiatives and driven organizational growth. Prior to this, she was the Director of the Reinsurance Department at NICE, overseeing critical risk management processes. Her extensive experience also includes roles as Reinsurance Division Manager and Reinsurance Section Head at NICE, showcasing her deep expertise in the insurance sector. Her career began as an Operations Officer at NICE, providing her with a strong foundation in operational management.
Alemtsehay holds a MA Degree in Economics with a specialization in Competition Policy and Regulatory Economics from Addis Ababa University. She also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the same institution. Her professional credentials are further bolstered by the CII Award in General Insurance, underscoring her commitment and expertise in the field.
Her career has included significant roles as a Consultant, Trainer and Human Resource Manager at various institutions, including Abay and Enat Bank.
Enye holds MA degree in Leadership & Management and BA in Management and Public Administration. She is a certified SIYB (Start and Improve Your Business) Master Trainer by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and a full member of CMC-GLOBAL INSTITUTE. She is also recognized as a Certified National Coach of Transformational Leadership through the UNDP program and a certified AFCoP (African Community of Practice) Facilitator.
Her career has included significant roles as a Consultant, Trainer and Human Resource Manager at various institutions, including Abay and Enat Bank.
Enye holds MA degree in Leadership & Management and BA in Management and Public Administration. She is a certified SIYB (Start and Improve Your Business) Master Trainer by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and a full member of CMC-GLOBAL INSTITUTE. She is also recognized as a Certified National Coach of Transformational Leadership through the UNDP program and a certified AFCoP (African Community of Practice) Facilitator.
Ermias Eshetu has over 25 years of technical and leadership experience on the continent and has held various posts together with several Board Directorships including the American Chamber in Ethiopia (AmCham), the Accounting Auditing Board of Ethiopia (AABE) and Zemen Bank Share Company.
Ermias Eshetu was ranked in the 2016 and 2017 ‘Choiseul 100 Africa-Future Economic Leaders’ for being an active contributor to the economic development of Africa. In 2017, he was also recognized by MIPAD 100 (Most Influential People of African Descent 100) for his various contribution and achievements.
Prior to that, Ermias Eshetu held the position of CEO at the Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for three years until end of 2017. During his tenure with ECX, he prudently and strategically led the effort of the Exchange in building a modern marketing system via the launch of an e-Trade platform which had remarkable contribution to the lives of the rural communities and trading enterprises. Prior to that, Ermias was part of an establishment who founded Zemen Bank serving as Vice President.
Ermias Eshetu studied at the University of Manchester, UK, receiving his Master’s Degree in International Business from Manchester School of Management and a Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Computation at UMIST.
Ermias Eshetu is passionate about advancing capital investment across Africa, and the Financial Sector development particularly in Ethiopia. To that end, he has spoken on many panels and investment conferences over the past 20 years including at the Milken Institute Global Conference, AFSIC and Choiseul.
Ermias Eshetu until recently served as CEO of FSD Ethiopia, Chairman of the Board of Zemen Bank and as Non-Executive Director of Grant Thornton Ethiopia. He is also currently serving in the Advisory Board of a US Non-profit Entity Village Enterprise as well as a leading education establishment in Ethiopia, Welkite University.
Ato Abera Abegaz Eshete has held key positions in reputable organizations such as Concern Ethiopia, SIDA, SGS, and A.Y Noble Inspection & Surveillance Service. His expertise extends to accreditation in ISO/IEC17020:2012, affirming his proficiency in inspection processes. Additionally, He serves as an engaged Board of Director in the Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectorial Association.
Ato Abera holds a BA degree in Business Management, providing him with a solid foundation in business principles and management practices. Furthermore, he has pursued an MA degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM).
Tilaye Kassahun Ayen (PhD) currently serves as an Associate Professor of Management at St. Mary’s University. In addition, he holds roles as Founder and General Manager of PRIN International Consultancy and Research Services PLC, Abrak Medical Services PLC, TAKSEL Trading PLC, and Mountain Trading PLC. His leadership extends to international initiatives, as he managed the GPE’s Knowledge and Innovation Exchange (KIX) Hub for Anglophone Africa under UNESCO from 2020 to 2021. He also served as Director of Research, Publications and Outreach Services at the Ethiopian Civil Service College as well as as Assistant Professor of Management and Senior Planning Expert at the same institute from1997to 2010.
Tilaye has served on the Board of Directors at Abay Bank from 2017to 2019 and as the Board Chairman of Jabi Integrated Agro-Industry S.C. His academic contributions include serving as a visiting professor in Human Resources Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Management, Corporate Governance, Strategic Leadership, Change Management, and Project Management at institutions such as AAU, Bahir Dar University, Jimma University, the University of South Africa (UNISA), Indira Gandhi Open University (India-affiliated with SMU), University CAT TOLICA (Italy- affiliated with SMU), International Leadership Institute (Greenwich University), and Jetro Leadership Institute. He has completed numerous consultancy tasks for organizations such as USAID, the World Bank, UNESCO, UNICEF, DFID, NRC, MDF, DBE, Save the Children International, Plan International, Ministry of Education, MoLSA, and many others.
His academic qualifications include a PhD in Management, an MBA in Human Resources Management, a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, an MA in Educational Administration, and a BA in Pedagogy/Mathematics. He received professional training certificates in Project Management, Strategic HRM, Strategic Leadership and Management, Advanced Research, Corporate Governance, Risk Management, BPR, BSC, Benchmarking Techniques, and others.
Enye Bemir Kidanu has over 20 years of experience specializing in business development and human resources management. Currently, she serves as the General Manager of Twoeb Management Solutions PLC.
Her career has included significant roles as a Consultant, Trainer and Human Resource Manager at various institutions, including Abay and Enat Bank.
Enye holds MA degree in Leadership & Management and BA in Management and Public Administration. She is a certified SIYB (Start and Improve Your Business) Master Trainer by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and a full member of CMC-GLOBAL INSTITUTE. She is also recognized as a Certified National Coach of Transformational Leadership through the UNDP program and a certified AFCoP (African Community of Practice) Facilitator.
Ato Dawit Ergetu Tessema is currently serving as the CEO of Firefly Business PLC since January 2024. Prior to this role he was the Director of Finance and Administration at Corbetti Geothermal PLC from June 2016 to December 2023. His previous positions include Finance and Administration Manager at Tullow Ethiopia B.V, Finance Manager at ZTE (HK) Limited Ethiopian Branch, and Finance Officer at Africa Oil Ethiopia B.V.
Ato Dawit holds an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) degree, a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems, and a Diploma in Accounting.
Getnet Belay Ferede (Eng.) has more than 25 years of experience in leadership and management across various industries. Currently, he is the General Manager of ASKU PLC and Vice Chief Operations Officer at ABIG Corporate Management Services. Before joining ABIG, he held higher-level managerial and leadership positions at Ethiopian Airlines. He played a key role in developing and implementing HR Skill Development programs at Ethiopian Airlines and ABIG.
Getnet obtained MBA in International Business from Lincoln University, in California, where he graduated with top honors. He is also an alumnus of Addis Ababa University where he studied Mechanical Engineering. He holds various professional certifications including Management Consultancy Services. In addition to advising and overseeing different portfolio companies, he is involved in various social responsibility initiatives and currently serves as Board President of the Ethiopian Beverages Manufacturing Industries Association.
