Tewahido Tafesse (MBA M.Sc Finance and Invest. BSP KPIP)

Tewahido Tafesse has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Tewahido most recently served as the Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Zemen Bank S.C., where they were responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives. Prior to this role, they worked as the Director of the Knowledge and Innovation Department at the same company. Tewahido also held various managerial positions in the Trade Services Division and Import Trade Service Division at Zemen Bank.

In addition to their experience at Zemen Bank, Tewahido Tafesse also served as a Board Director at Nisir Microfinance Institution. Tewahido was responsible for contributing to the decision-making process and providing strategic guidance.

Before joining Zemen Bank and Nisir Microfinance, Tewahido Tafesse worked at NKH Construction plc as the Manager of Procurement and Marketing. Tewahido also gained experience as an Import Supervisor at Hagbes Pvt Ltd and as the Head of Import at Gift Trading Co.

Tewahido Tafesse started their career in banking at Wegagen Bank S.c, where they worked as an International Banking Officer. Prior to that, they held the position of Head of Marketing and Distribution at AGK Enterprises Pvt Ltd Co.

In the early stages of their career, Tewahido Tafesse worked at Edget Yarn & Sewing Thread Factory, where they held various roles including Head of Market Research Section and Head of Personnel Section.

Overall, Tewahido Tafesse's work experience demonstrates a strong background in strategy, marketing, trade services, and microfinance, gained through their roles in various organizations.

Tewahido Tafesse has a diverse educational background spanning over several years. Tewahido obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc) in Finance and Investment from Mekele University, where they studied from 2015 to 2018. Prior to this, they completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Business Administration in General Management from St. Mary's University College in 2014.

Before pursuing their master's degrees, Tewahido Tafesse acquired a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics from Addis Ababa University. Tewahido completed their undergraduate studies at an unspecified time. Additionally, they hold a Diploma in Marketing Management from Addis Ababa Commercial College, which they obtained in 1994.

In terms of additional certifications, Tewahido Tafesse is a Key Performance Indicator-Professional (KPI-P) certified by the Balanced Scorecard Institute, which they achieved in September 2022. Tewahido also completed the International Introduction to Securities and Investment certification offered by The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (The CISI) in February 2021. Furthermore, they obtained the Balanced Scorecard Professional (BSP) certification, also from the Balanced Scorecard Institute, in September 2019.