Thursday, November 17, 2011

Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu Wins Most Valuable Entrepreneur Award

Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu was honored with the Most Valuable Entrepreneur award at the 2011 Global Entrepreneurship Week held in Ethiopia. (Courtesy Photo)"

Tadias Magazine
  
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, founder & managing director of SoleRebels, the Addis Ababa-based manufacturer of eco-friendly shoes, has been recognized with the “Most Valuable Entrepreneur” award at an event celebrating the 2011 Global Entrepreneurship Week in Ethiopia.

“I am honored to receive this award,” Bethlehem said in a statement. “I accept the honor with the full knowledge of having a great team beside me. That is the true power of entrepreneurship.” She added: “It involves not only an idea and a single person, but also those who will dedicate themselves to it and make it a living reality.”

According to the organizers: “Global Entrepreneurship Week is the world’s largest celebration of the innovators and job creators who launch startups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and expand human welfare. During one week each November, GEW inspires people everywhere through local, national and global activities designed to help them explore their potential as self-starters and innovators. These activities, from large-scale competitions and events to intimate networking gatherings, connect participants to potential collaborators, mentors and even investors—introducing them to new possibilities and exciting opportunities.”

Watch: What is Global Entrepreneurship Week?

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