Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu | |
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Born | 1980 (age 43–44) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
Nationality | Ethiopian |
Education | Unity University |
Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu (born 1980) is an Ethiopian businesswoman, founder, and executive director of soleRebels, Africa's "fastest growing footwear company". Bethlehem has received honors and accolades for her business acumen, as well as her efforts to shift the discourse on Africa away from poverty to the continent's entrepreneurial spirit, social capital, and economic potential.[1] Bethlehem launched "The Republic of Leather", designing sustainable luxury leather goods,[2] and "Garden of Coffee" retail outlets to promote Ethiopian coffees.[3]