MERI PODCAST

MERI PODCAST

Meri Podcast is an Ethiopian business podcast, hosted by entrepreneurs Kenean and Tigabu. Each episode features brilliant entrepreneurs, exploring the strategies and stories behind their success. Our vision is to strengthen Africa's private sector through storytelling, education, and building connections. We invite you to be part of the new movement. For Partnerships and Advertising email us to info@meri.et or call us on +251 97 425 5555

  1. ፕሮፌሰር ሳይሆን ጋሼ በሉኝ - Prof. Panos Hatziandreas - S15 Ep180

    May 22

    ፕሮፌሰር ሳይሆን ጋሼ በሉኝ - Prof. Panos Hatziandreas - S15 Ep180

    Join us for this conversation with Professor Panos Hatziandreas. He is the Co-Founder, Head of School and General Manager/Country Representative of Lebawi International Academy. Professor Panos has over 30 years of experience in psychology, leadership and education. He is a leading voice in human-centered and culturally grounded education in Ethiopia. Professor Panos grew up in Addis Ababa. His work includes academia, clinical psychology and educational consulting. He focuses on developing African leaders.In this conversation we talk about his journey. He went to Saint Joseph School in Addis Ababa. Then he taught psychology and leadership studies in the United States. We discuss the vision, behind founding Lebawi International Academy.We also explore "The Lebawi Way". This is a model that combines academic excellence with emotional intelligence. It includes creativity, leadership development and African-centered identity formation. We discuss reform and indigenous knowledge systems. We talk about leadership. There is a responsibility to build institutions that shape students and society.P.S. Our conversation is a little late but It is worth the wait.Book Recommendation The Hero's Journey: Joseph CampbellMore from our partners:Abyssinia Remit:Download the app from the App Store or Google Play and start using it https://onelink.to/meriFor more information, call 8397.GIZ:https://www.giz.de/de/downloads/giz2023-en-private-sector-development-in-ethiopia.pdfTo advertise on Meri:https://meri.et/advertise+251974255555info@meri.etSocial Linkshttps://t.me/MERI_PODCASThttps://twitter.com/MERI_Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/meripodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzKNuQ80qNSpt2x-7dsazJghttps://youtube.com/@Meriwoch?si=yIpJ3byprnVNwKi1https://youtube.com/@mericlipset?si=wwa0KeQ_Nv2aPy9lhttps://www.tiktok.com/@meripodcasthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/meriethiopian/Copyright Notice for Meri Podcast:All rights reserved.The content featured in this podcast is protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of any portion of this podcast is strictly prohibited.For permission to use our content, please contact us at info@meri.etThank you for respecting our copyright.

    2h 41m
  2. The Woman Building Spotify Across Africa - Jocelyne Muhutu-Remy - S15 Ep179

    May 15

    The Woman Building Spotify Across Africa - Jocelyne Muhutu-Remy - S15 Ep179

    Join us for this episode with Jocelyne Muhutu-Remy, Spotify’s Managing Director for Sub-Saharan Africa. Whether at Reuters, Disney, or Facebook, Jocelyne has consistently proven that success and kindness go hand-in-hand in the media industry.In this conversation, we explore her strategic blueprint for exploding streaming adoption across the continent and trace her professional evolution from CELSA-Sorbonne journalism into the highest tiers of tech leadership. We also discuss her core mission to unlock artist monetization and construct a sustainable, profitable future for African culture.More from our partners:Abyssinia Remit:Download the app from the App Store or Google Play and start using it https://onelink.to/meriFor more information, call 8397.GIZ:https://www.giz.de/de/downloads/giz2023-en-private-sector-development-in-ethiopia.pdfTo advertise on Meri:https://meri.et/advertise+251974255555info@meri.et

    1h 18m
  3. ኢኮኖሚያችን ባለመነጋገር ውስጥ እየወደቀ ነው! - Nuredin Hassen - S15 Ep178

    May 6

    ኢኮኖሚያችን ባለመነጋገር ውስጥ እየወደቀ ነው! - Nuredin Hassen - S15 Ep178

    Join us for this episode with Nuredin Hassen, Founder & CEO of Nurha Business Group, Nuredin Hassen Strawberry Farm and Raha Strawberry Jam, known for developing ventures connected to farming and product manufacturing.In this conversation: how he built his business, what it takes to turn agricultural output into market-ready products, the discipline behind scaling a local company, and his outlook on enterprise and opportunity in Ethiopia.More from our partners:Abyssinia Remit:Download the app from the App Store or Google Play and start using it https://onelink.to/meriFor more information, call 8397.GIZ:https://www.giz.de/de/downloads/giz2023-en-private-sector-development-in-ethiopia.pdfTo advertise on Meri:https://meri.et/advertise+251974255555info@meri.et00:00 - Introduction02:07 - opening03:08 - Origin13:05 - From a Merkato shop to a big business39:04 - Agriculture (Strawberry farm)01:03:57 - Mining01:26:30 - Elevator Business01:28:31 - Traveling and gaining business experiences01:45:14 - Rundown questions02:05:51 - WisdomSocial Linkshttps://t.me/MERI_PODCASThttps://twitter.com/MERI_Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/meripodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzKNuQ80qNSpt2x-7dsazJghttps://youtube.com/@Meriwoch?si=yIpJ3byprnVNwKi1https://youtube.com/@mericlipset?si=wwa0KeQ_Nv2aPy9lhttps://www.tiktok.com/@meripodcasthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/meriethiopian/Copyright Notice for Meri Podcast:All rights reserved.The content featured in this podcast is protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of any portion of this podcast is strictly prohibited.For permission to use our content, please contact us at info@meri.etThank you for respecting our copyright.

    1 min
  4. የ 2 ቢሊዮን ዶላር ክስ አሸነፍን! Zewdineh Beyene (PhD, JSD) - S15 Ep177

    Apr 30

    የ 2 ቢሊዮን ዶላር ክስ አሸነፍን! Zewdineh Beyene (PhD, JSD) - S15 Ep177

    Join us for this episode with ZEWDINEH BEYENE HAILE (PhD, JSD), Co-founder & Managing Partner, ALG LLP (USA); Founder & Principal, Law Office of Dr. Zewdineh Beyene Haile (ZEELAWS) (Ethiopia). With expertise across oil, gas, mining, and construction disputes, he advises African governments and multinational firms.In this conversation: his JSD from UC Berkeley and PhD journey, landmark cases at Ethiopia's highest courts, navigating regulatory hurdles for real estate and project finance, fostering organizational excellence at ZEELAWS, Ethiopia's arbitration evolution, and insights ahead.GIZ:https://www.giz.de/de/downloads/giz2023-en-private-sector-development-in-ethiopia.pdfTo advertise on Meri:https://meri.et/advertise+251974255555info@meri.et00:00 - Introduction02:01 - opening03:22 - Origin36:16 - Addis Law Group59:18: - Arbitration 01:08:34 - Common mistakes made by business owners from a legal prespective01:19:52 - impact of African cases being resolved in foreign courts and arbitration centers01:27:31 - ALG Global Legal Academy01:31:44 - THE BIG CASE01:39:19 - How much time cases take01:41:37 - Challenges in International Litigation & Arbitration01:49:29 - Support system01:55:37 - Rundown questions02:05:51 - WisdomSocial Linkshttps://t.me/MERI_PODCASThttps://twitter.com/MERI_Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/meripodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzKNuQ80qNSpt2x-7dsazJghttps://youtube.com/@Meriwoch?si=yIpJ3byprnVNwKi1https://youtube.com/@mericlipset?si=wwa0KeQ_Nv2aPy9lhttps://www.tiktok.com/@meripodcasthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/meripodcastCopyright Notice for Meri Podcast:All rights reserved.The content featured in this podcast is protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of any portion of this podcast is strictly prohibited.For permission to use our content, please contact us at info@meri.etThank you for respecting our copyright.

    2h 8m
  5. ቱሪዝም የኢትዮጲያ ተስፋ ነው! - Zelalem Merawi - S15 Ep176

    Apr 22

    ቱሪዝም የኢትዮጲያ ተስፋ ነው! - Zelalem Merawi - S15 Ep176

    Join us for this episode with Zelalem Merawi, visionary behind Zelalem Tour, Ker Ezhi Leather Manufacturing, and Avocado Luxury Spa & Bistro, pioneering excellence across Ethiopia's tourism, manufacturing, and lifestyle sectors. Zelalem combines a fearless, risk-taking mindset and deep brand-building expertise with a passion for local value addition, developing world-class Ethiopian products and unforgettable experiences.In this conversation: Zelalem’s early life, his professional journey from modest entrepreneurial beginnings to leading a diverse corporate portfolio, and the resilient mindset that helped him turn severe challenges into keys for success. We also discuss the process of growing three distinct businesses, the power of storytelling in brand creation, navigating local manufacturing hurdles (like leather industry challenges), luxury spa innovation, his employee-first leadership philosophy, and his pivotal role in Ethiopia's economic and tourism transformation.More from our partners:Dashen BankWebsite: https://dashenbanksc.comTelegram: https://t.me/DashenBankEthiopiaBPO Partnership Form:https://forms.gle/PsAVBP1vXCvhKXFP6abetlabs.comGIZ:https://www.giz.de/de/downloads/giz2023-en-private-sector-development-in-ethiopia.pdfTo advertise on Meri:https://meri.et/advertise+251974255555info@meri.etSocial Linkshttps://t.me/MERI_PODCASThttps://twitter.com/MERI_Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/meripodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzKNuQ80qNSpt2x-7dsazJghttps://youtube.com/@Meriwoch?si=yIpJ3byprnVNwKi1https://youtube.com/@mericlipset?si=wwa0KeQ_Nv2aPy9lhttps://www.tiktok.com/@meripodcasthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/meriethiopian/Copyright Notice for Meri Podcast:All rights reserved.The content featured in this podcast is protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of any portion of this podcast is strictly prohibited.For permission to use our content, please contact us at info@meri.etThank you for respecting our copyright.

    2h 52m
  6. Advertorial: The Shift from Heroic to Post Heroic Leadership

    Apr 17

    Advertorial: The Shift from Heroic to Post Heroic Leadership

    Learn more about Stanford seed https://stanfordseed.co/epodcastIn this advertorial episode, brought to you in collaboration with Stanford Seed, our host Kenean Assefa Dukamo sat down with Seed alumni and experienced business leaders:• Menna Selamu Bekele, Founder and CEO of Prime Integrated Services• Tibebeselassie Awetahegn, Founder and CEO of Timex Trading PLCThey discussed the importance of the Stanford Seed Transformation Program for leaders and executives and had insightful conversations about the transition from Heroic to Post-Heroic leadership styles.Below is the application link for the Stanford Seed Transformation Program. Apply before the deadline, : May 1, 2026https://gsbseed.stanford.edu/stp-africa/Social Linkshttps://t.me/MERI_PODCASThttps://twitter.com/MERI_Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/meripodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzKNuQ80qNSpt2x-7dsazJghttps://youtube.com/@Meriwoch?si=yIpJ3byprnVNwKi1https://youtube.com/@mericlipset?si=wwa0KeQ_Nv2aPy9lhttps://www.tiktok.com/@meripodcasthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/meriethiopian/Copyright Notice for Meri Podcast:All rights reserved.The content featured in this podcast is protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of any portion of this podcast is strictly prohibited.For permission to use our content, please contact us at info@meri.etThank you for respecting our copyright.

    1h 16m
  7. በሰው ሃገር፣ ስኬት ፉርሽካ ሆነብኝ! - Solomon Tedla - S14 Ep175

    Apr 17

    በሰው ሃገር፣ ስኬት ፉርሽካ ሆነብኝ! - Solomon Tedla - S14 Ep175

    Join us for this episode with Solomon Tedla, visionary founder of Abramba Technologies PLC, advancing solar lighting and LED technology to transform lives in energy-poor communities. Solomon combines global business insight and private equity expertise with a passion for sustainable energy, manufacturing high-quality LEDs and solar systems locally in Ethiopia.In this conversation: Solomon’s early life and education, his professional journey from the US corporate finance sector to entrepreneurship, and the personal calling that brought him back to Ethiopia. We also discuss the process of building Abramba Technologies, tech R&D tackling energy poverty, navigating key supplier partnerships and local manufacturing hurdles (like import and certification challenges), and his pivotal role in Ethiopia's renewable sector evolution.More from our partners:Dashen BankWebsite: https://dashenbanksc.comTelegram: https://t.me/DashenBankEthiopiaBPO Partnership Form:https://forms.gle/PsAVBP1vXCvhKXFP6abetlabs.comGIZ:https://www.giz.de/de/downloads/giz2023-en-private-sector-development-in-ethiopia.pdfTo advertise on Meri:https://meri.et/advertiseSocial Linkshttps://t.me/MERI_PODCASThttps://twitter.com/MERI_Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/meripodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzKNuQ80qNSpt2x-7dsazJghttps://youtube.com/@Meriwoch?si=yIpJ3byprnVNwKi1https://youtube.com/@mericlipset?si=wwa0KeQ_Nv2aPy9lhttps://www.tiktok.com/@meripodcasthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/meriethiopian/Copyright Notice for Meri Podcast:All rights reserved.The content featured in this podcast is protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of any portion of this podcast is strictly prohibited.For permission to use our content, please contact us at info@meri.etThank you for respecting our copyright.

    1h 50m
  8. How to Develop a Winning Culture - Robel Tsegaye - S14 Ep173

    Apr 17

    How to Develop a Winning Culture - Robel Tsegaye - S14 Ep173

    Join us for this episode with Robel Tsegaye, Chief Executive Officer of the Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation. Robel is a seasoned construction executive with global experience and a passion for advancing Ethiopia’s public infrastructure.In this conversation: Robel’s early life and values, his civil engineering education at Arba Minch University, his 12-year journey in the Middle East working on major projects, and his transition back to public service in Ethiopia. We also discuss his time at the Ethiopian Engineering Corporation, leadership philosophy, organizational culture, and the evolving role of the construction sector in national development, along with insights from leading ECWC.Books mentioned in the episode:“The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey“Multipliers” by Liz Wiseman"Raising the Bar on Construction Project Teamwork: Catapult Your Results from Good to World Class" by Jim Eisenhart “Wellbeing at Work: How to Build Resilient and Thriving Teams” by Jim Clifton and Jim Harter“The Sheikh CEO” by Dr. Yasar Jarrar“Mindset” by Carol Dweck“Legacy” by James Kerr“Trust & Inspire” by Stephen M. R. Covey“No Rules Rules” by Reed Hastings & Erin Meyer“How Big Things Get Done” by Bent Flyvbjerg & Dan Gardner"Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance" by Angela DuckworthMore from our partners:Dashen BankWebsite: https://dashenbanksc.comTelegram: https://t.me/DashenBankEthiopiaBPO Partnership Form:https://forms.gle/PsAVBP1vXCvhKXFP6abetlabs.comGIZ:https://www.giz.de/de/downloads/giz2023-en-private-sector-development-in-ethiopia.pdfTo advertise on Meri:https://meri.et/advertise00:00 - Introduction02:09 - opening03:35 - Defining moment that made you.16:57 - Career and projects34:09 - Coming back to Ethiopia01:06:28 - setting the culture of a company01:09:36 - Talent Development01:13:29 - Employee training and commitment01:20:11 - Trust, having no secretary and company policy01:27:45 - Feedback01:36:24 - Partnership01:39:28 - Changing the culture of a company from scratch01:44:38 - Challenges on project delivery and management in Ethiopia01:55:15 - Challenges compared to the international standards01:57:28 - Procurement01:59:06 - Finance02:03:10 - Run Down Questions02:07:18 - Solving challenges02:13:14 - What keeps you up at night?02:16:36 - WisdomSocial Linkshttps://t.me/MERI_PODCASThttps://twitter.com/MERI_Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/meripodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzKNuQ80qNSpt2x-7dsazJghttps://youtube.com/@Meriwoch?si=yIpJ3byprnVNwKi1https://youtube.com/@mericlipset?si=wwa0KeQ_Nv2aPy9lhttps://www.tiktok.com/@meripodcasthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/meriethiopian/Copyright Notice for Meri Podcast:All rights reserved.The content featured in this podcast is protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of any portion of this podcast is strictly prohibited.For permission to use our content, please contact us at info@meri.etThank you for respecting our copyright.

    2h 23m
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Meri Podcast is an Ethiopian business podcast, hosted by entrepreneurs Kenean and Tigabu. Each episode features brilliant entrepreneurs, exploring the strategies and stories behind their success. Our vision is to strengthen Africa's private sector through storytelling, education, and building connections. We invite you to be part of the new movement. For Partnerships and Advertising email us to info@meri.et or call us on +251 97 425 5555

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    2022 - 2026
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