Bethel Tsegaye is the Country Director of Pharo Foundation, Ethiopia as well as Head of Pharo Ventures, Ethiopia.

Prior to this role, Bethel worked for various funds and venture builders focusing on Africa. She has over 15 years experience having worked in various private sector organisations in different parts of the world. Bethel has extensive experience investing in early stage ventures in sectors including Agribusiness, Fintech, Health care and Manufacturing.

She holds an MBA in Strategic Management from University of Plymouth and a BSc in Management from University of Greenwich.

Bethel enjoys traveling, is interested in history and psychology, and enjoys an occasional jog whenever she gets a break from her 2 young boys.