Visual stories and expert insights from Ethiopia's business world — two series, one mission.
Zelalem Woldemariam is a distinguished filmmaker with a marketing and sales background, who embarked on a transformative journey nearly two decades ago. Zelalem's story spreads out with the success of his award-winning film, "11th Hour," which is a testament to Zelalem's passion for storytelling whi
In 2023, Kubic secured the title of Global Startup of the Year, and its founder, Kidus Asfaw was also recognized among the top 100 people contributing to climate initiatives in Time Magazine.
Marcus Samuelsson's journey is an adventure filled with tough times turning into significant victories. Marcus was born in Ethiopia as Kassahun Tsegaye, he faced challenges early on, especially when a disease called tuberculosis took his birth mother away. Fortuitously, a kind nurse and fate stepped
Meri Podcast is an Ethiopian business podcast hosted by entrepreneurs Kenean and Tigabu, featuring the greatest entrepreneurs and uncovering what made them successful.
Meri Podcast's vision is to build a strong and vibrant private sector in Ethiopia and beyond, through storytelling and content creation. We will be the leading source of knowledge, inspiration, and education for entrepreneurs and executives, helping them to achieve their goals and transform the economy.
We invite you to be part of the new movement.
Ethiopian entrepreneur, founder of Eshi Express, Abet, host of the Meri Podcast, and creator of Founder.et, where he shares lessons on building companies and leading well.
Deputy CEO of Daye Bensa Coffee — a coffee producer, Q Grader, and the COE Ethiopia Winner 2022. Kenean guides you through enlightening discussions on our podcast.
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