I was born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where I continue to reside in. I successfully completed my B.A degree in International Development Studies and Political Economy from Trent University, Canada. Since then have moved back to Ethiopia to pursue a career involving youth empowerment and sustainable development. I have co-founded and manage Qino- a creative knowledge hub focused on personal, professional and cultural development.

I sternly believe that it is by being an entrepreneur, an innovative change agent and a visionary leader that we, as a collective society, can strive to overcome not only the economic, but also, the social turmoil that looms over us.

I particularly enjoy travel, sports, photography, music and networking.