Mihiretab Yoseph
Sr. Business Development & Sustainability Associate
Mihiretab assumes a pivotal role as a Sr. Business Development & Sustainability Associate at Chakka Origins, closely collaborating with the CEO to lead impactful strategies that align with the company's vision. Her expertise extends to forging robust partnerships, co-managing exports, and intricate marketing projects with unwavering dedication. With a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Mihiretab's passion for sustainability propelled her to join Chakka Origins. Her responsibilities encompass nurturing supplier relationships, conducting comprehensive market research, and bolstering the company's position. Rooted in detail-oriented thinking, multitasking, and astute critical analysis, she adeptly navigates complex landscapes. Mihiretab's journey seamlessly integrates her architectural acumen with an unyielding commitment to environmental consciousness, enabling her to sculpt intricate sales strategies, foster impactful collaborations, and breathe life into concepts within the dynamic realm of Chakka Origins.
Bemnet Mebrate
Sr. Product Development Associate
Bemnet serves as a Sr. Product Development Associate at Chakka Origins, where her role encompasses product development, technical analysis, machinery operation, and laboratory support. Under the guidance of the Senior Technical Manager, she ensures quality control standardization, while also efficiently managing inventory and implementing Standard Operating Procedures. Bemnet's diverse background includes experience in areas such as glass manufacturing, bottling, and urban poultry farm management. Armed with a BSc in Industrial Engineering and a BA in Business Management, her educational background equips her to delve into supply chain models within manufacturing industries. Bemnet's profound passion for technical processes fuels her dedicated quest for solutions to drive continuous improvements across product lines with immaculate detail to attention on quality.
Gudina Kumsa
Supply Chain & Quality Associate
As the energetic and enthusiastic Supply Chain & Quality Associate at Chakka Origins, Gudina excels in coordinating and implementing agroforestry activities alongside hundreds of smallholder partner farmers in Greater Gurage. He leads smallholder engagement, enhances production quality and monitors supply volume, ensuring efficient agronomic practices from planting through harvest. With a degree in Food Technology and Process Engineering, Gudina's expertise across spans post-harvest handling, transportation, and inventory management. He collaborates closely with partners and local stakeholders to achieve impactful results.
Meselu Abebe
Finance & Accounting
Meselu is the meticulous Finance and Accounting specialist at Chakka Origins. Her responsibilities include bookkeeping, tax management, and conducting internal audits. With over a decade of experience in accounting and finance, Meselu is a collaborative and goal-oriented team leader. She ensures compliance with tax regulations, financial policies, and practices, providing valuable support to the entire Chakka Origins team.
Kurabachew Tenaw
Supply Chain & Operations Associate
Kurabachew is a Supply Chain & Logistics Associate, leading annual work planning, in particularly field side procurement, raw material inventory and other key operational areas to expand the reach of the enterprise's supply chain work and sourcing sites. Kurabachew leads partner farmers’ and local stakeholders’ relationship management, creating visibility on the importance of eco-responsible sourcing, alongside ensuring social and environmental business impact management. Kurabachew holds an MSc. Degree from Hawassa University Wondo Genet College of Forestry and Natural Resources, and BSc degree from Bahirdar University in NaRM, specializing in Forest Resource Assessment and Monitoring.