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About Us

We Are Adwa PartnersConsultancy PLC

Reinventing Leadership, Consulting & Implementation Services in Ethiopia.

120+SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS

5+YEARS OF EXPERIANCE

100%CLIENT SATISFACTION

Adwa Partners Consultancy, PLC is a dynamic boutique consulting and training firm established by a visionary Ethiopian-American group.

Our foundational intent was to bridge global expertise with local needs, focusing on critical areas such as knowledge transfer both in the private and public sectors, focusing on robust capacity building, leadership and professional development, and strategic organizational redesign and refresh.

What sets Adwa Partners, PLC apart is our unique composition: a collective of experts distinguished by advanced educational backgrounds, proven and varied experience and rigorous work ethic, as well as a profound, and deep-rooted understanding of Ethiopia's unique context. This blend enables us to deliver essential insights, effective workflow solutions, and unparalleled sectoral expertise; driving operational excellence and contributing significantly to Ethiopia's transformative growth.

PURPOSE, MISSION & VISION

What Drives Us

PURPOSE

To leverage the power of people and partnership, to spark innovation & drive transformation for lasting change.

MISSION

Empowering visionary leaders and resilient organizations to transform Ethiopia through execution excellence.

VISION

To establish Ethiopia as Africa's benchmark for operational excellence powered by homegrown innovation.

Our Values

Built on a Foundation of Integrity & Innovation

Our values aren't soft, they're our hardest advantage. These principles guide our work and partnerships.

Innovation

We relentlessly innovate not for novelty, but to close the gap between ambition and execution.

Diversity & Inclusion

We harness diverse perspectives because solving Ethiopia's most complex challenges requires collective brilliance, not singular vision.

Integrity

We build trust through transparency and ethical action because in volatile markets, integrity is the only sustainable competitive advantage.

Our People

Our Team

Advisors, clinicians and operators

Dr. Tefera Gezmu

Managing Director

A medical epidemiologist and public health executive with over a decade of global experience across the US and Ethiopia, spanning public health strategy, pharmaceuticals, academic research, and organizational transformation specializing in risk mitigation and strategic consulting for public and private institutions.

Dr. Christine Giordano

Partner & Health Sector Advisor

Dr. Christine is a US board-certified Internal Medicine physician specializing in primary care, migrant health, and chronic disease management across community and Native American health centers. A public medical content producer, she previously served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and held clinical roles at Maine Medical Center and GoodRx.

Dr. Laltu Negasa

Research Associate & CPD Director

A public health strategist and corporate leadership trainer specializing in resilient health systems. She directs the CPD internship program and leads research in maternal health, SRHR, and disability-inclusive healthcare, while designing transformative leadership programs for multinationals.

Dr. Rahel Dawit

MEDICAL DOCTOR & PROGRAM LEAD

Dr. Rahel Dawit is a Medical Doctor and Program Lead at Adwa Partners, serving as a Leadership Training Coordinator and CPD Coordinator. She has a strong interest in public health, mental health, clinical research and trials, and innovative medicine. She is particularly passionate about improving population health outcomes through evidence-based interventions, advancing disease prevention strategies, and exploring innovative approaches to healthcare delivery, especially in resource-limited settings.

Dr. Edom Mengistu

MEDICAL DOCTOR & PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Dr. Edom Mengistu is a Medical Doctor and Program Coordinator at Adwa Partners, leading the TNN Program under Talent and Global Partnerships. She develops leadership training and CPD initiatives, focusing on healthcare system improvement. Her expertise spans maternal-child health, medical writing, and AI in healthcare, dedicated to translating research into practical solutions.

Eng. Samuel Hadis

Expert Partner, Logistics and Transportation

Eng. Samuel is an infrastructure specialist with 15 years of experience in engineering design, construction, and project management. A former McKinsey & Company consultant, he serves as a Transport Advisor to the Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC) and was a Highway Engineer on the turnkey Addis Ababa–Djibouti Corridor project. He holds a BSc in Civil Engineering.

Mr. Yelak Abebe

Expert Partner, Renewable Energy and Power

Mr. Yelak is a process engineering specialist and academic with a decade of experience in industrial design and operations. A lecturer and researcher at Adama Science and Technology University, he leads a lab dedicated to green, sustainable energy alternatives for the industrial sector. His expertise spans process optimization, thermodynamics, and technical consulting.

Dr. Kebron Aweke

Research and Program Associate

A medical doctor focused on community-driven, evidence-based public health research and capacity building. She coordinates CPD training and proposal development, and leads The Nudge Nest (TNN) mentorship program for early-career public health professionals. MD, Addis Ababa University.

Dr. Delina Amare

CPD Courses Developer & Practice Lead

A clinician and academic lecturer advancing health equity and professional development. Affiliated with the Healthcare Leadership Academy, she designs tailored CPD courses to elevate healthcare delivery standards. She holds an MD from Arba Minch University and is completing her MPH.

Dr. Selam Bisrat

CPD Courses Sr. Advisor

Dr. Selam is a veteran pediatrician and public health expert with extensive experience across Addis Ababa’s public hospital network. A former clinical educator at Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital, she specializes in medical student training, community health education, and developing institutional capacity-building programs for healthcare professionals.

Dr. Hermon Amare

Psychiatrist & CPD Advisor

Dr. Hermon is a consultant psychiatrist bridging clinical practice and public health program management across governmental and non-governmental organizations. She has extensive experience in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, with a core focus on mental health advocacy and non-communicable disease (NCD) prevention.