Executive Management

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Tesfaye Boru Lelissa (PhD)

Chief Executive Officer

Tesfaye Boru Lelissa (PhD)

Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Tesfaye Boru Lelissa is a prominent leader in the banking sector, with over 22 years of extensive experience, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer and Board member of Global Bank Ethiopia S.C. since mid-2019. His leadership style emphasizes strategic collaboration and continuous improvement, driving effective organizational growth. Dr. Tesfaye has held significant roles at esteemed institutions, including Zemen Bank, Abyssinia Bank, the National Bank of Ethiopia, and United Bank, where he advanced from Junior Loan Officer to executive leader. His vision for Global Bank Ethiopia aims to establish the bank as a leader in innovation and excellence within the East African banking landscape, empowering communities through tailored financial services. Under his leadership, the bank has launched a diverse array of conventional and interest-free banking products, as well as innovative digital solutions that enhance customer experiences. A notable recent initiative includes enabling the purchase of insurance through mobile banking and digital finance, which increases accessibility for customers. Dr. Tesfaye holds two Ph.D. degrees in Business Leadership from UNISA (South Africa) and Economics from Selinus University (Italy). He also has a B.A. in Economics, a B.A. in Management, a Chartered Accountant designation from the UK, and an MBA in Business Administration. His contributions to the financial sector have earned him several prestigious awards, including the Abyssinia Integrated Award for Best Leader, Top three finalist ACCA Africa CFO Award 2025 and the African Banking Leadership Special Commendation Award. Additionally, he was named one of CIO Times Magazine's Most Influential Leaders to Follow in 2025 , and recognition for Global Bank Ethiopia as the Best Emerging Digital Bank and best saving bank. Dr. Tesfaye is also an accomplished academic, with over 30 publications in peer-reviewed journals and significant policy contributions in leading newspapers. He chairs Lucy Insurance S.C. and serves on the boards of EthSwitch and Jimma University, further solidifying his influence in the acadamic, digital and financial sector. His commitment to excellence and innovation positions him as a transformative figure, poised to shape the future of banking in Ethiopia and beyond.

Dasa Gobe Gossom

Chief Finance and Support Service Officer

Dasa Gobe Gossom

Chief Finance and Support Service Officer

Mr. Dasa Gobe has more than 32 years of enormous experience in different capacities from Assistant, Division Head and Manager up to Director in many various organizations including National Tobacco & Matches Corporation, Hawassa Tobacco Farm, Tabor Ceramics Factory, Agricultural Equipment & Technical Services S.C and Ethiopian Tourist Trading Enterprise.
He has also made remarkable achievements in his academia earning his BA in Management and Masters in Business Leadership from renowned universities.

Sahilemichael Mekonnen Demssie

Chief Corporate Banking officer

Sahilemichael Mekonnen Demssie

Chief Corporate Banking officer

Mr. Sahlemichael Mekonnen has over 21 years of comprehensive banking experience. His current position at Global Bank Ethiopia (GBE) is Chief Corporate Banking Officer (CCBO), with prior experiences at GBE, the former Construction and Business Bank (CBB), Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE); Debub Global Bank (DGB) and Addis International Bank (AIB). Sahlemichael has served in diverse roles throughout his career, from Junior Officer of Credit to his most recent position as CCBO. At GBE, he worked as Chief Retail Banking Officer (CRBO); at AIB, he worked as Director of the Banking Operation and E-Banking Department; at DGB, he worked as Director of the Retail Banking Department; at CBE, he worked as Manager of the Corporate Compliance Management Division; at CBB, he worked in different capacities including Director of Credit Relationship Management Process, and Head Credit Analysis & Information Division. In addition, he was assigned to various managerial positions on an acting basis at different times during his stay at CBB. Sahlemichael also possesses a strong academic background. He has pursued academic qualifications in business-related fields, including a Bachelor of Art degree in Accounting and Finance, and a MSc degree in Accounting and Finance. He has also attended various trainings locally and abroad.

Sisay Ayele Habtewold

A/Chief Information Technology Officer

Sisay Ayele Habtewold

A/Chief Information Technology Officer

Mr. Sisay Ayele Habtewold is a seasoned Information Technology professional with over 16 years of progressive experience in the banking and financial technology sector. He currently serves as the Acting Chief Information Technology Officer (Acting CITO) at Global Bank Ethiopia S.C., where he provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Bank’s entire IT infrastructure, systems, applications, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives. Mr. Sisay joined Global Bank Ethiopia S.C. in March 2019 as the Director of the Information Technology Department. In this capacity, he led the modernization and expansion of the Bank’s IT infrastructure, introduced several automation initiatives, and strengthened the Bank’s operational resilience through technology-driven improvements. His leadership played a pivotal role in transforming the Bank’s IT division into a more agile, secure, and innovation-driven department aligned with the institution’s growth strategy. Throughout his tenure, he has contributed to major projects such as core banking system upgrades, digital channel expansions (including mobile and internet banking), cybersecurity enhancements, data center modernization, and disaster recovery implementations. His hands-on experience spans across IT governance, project management, IT service management, network and systems administration, and information security compliance. Before joining Global Bank, Mr. Sisay held several key leadership and technical positions at Zemen Bank S.C., where he served as Senior Manager of IT Infrastructure and previously as Senior Infrastructure Expert. During his time at Zemen Bank, he led the implementation of robust IT infrastructure systems, supported the Bank’s digital channel deployments, and established foundational IT policies and frameworks that enhanced operational efficiency and reliability. Mr. Sisay’s academic background reflects both technical depth and managerial breadth. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science, a Master’s Degree in Computer Science, and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), in addition to a Diploma in Information Technology. This multidisciplinary education has allowed him to bridge the gap between technology and business strategy effectively. Complementing his academic achievements, Mr. Sisay holds several internationally recognized professional certifications, including: • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) • VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCP) • IT Infrastructure Library – Foundation Level 3 (ITIL-F3) • COBIT 5 (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies) These certifications underscore his expertise in networking, virtualization, IT service management, and governance frameworks, which he has applied to design and manage complex IT environments within the banking sector. Mr. Sisay is recognized for his strategic foresight, strong leadership, and commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. He has successfully led cross-functional teams, managed vendor relationships, and ensured regulatory compliance with National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) directives and international standards. His leadership continues to drive Global Bank Ethiopia’s vision of becoming a digitally enabled, customer-centric financial institution capable of competing in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

Wubshet Zegeye Edosa

Chief Retail Banking Officer

Wubshet Zegeye Edosa

Chief Retail Banking Officer

Mr. Wubshet Zegeye has more than 18 (Eighteen) years of professional experience on teaching research, credit management, Branch operation, Sales & promotion, Product Innovation & also Marketing and related fields at Governmental, Private, Cooperatives, Share Company, and International Organizations.
He has Masters in Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts in Marketing (Degree) and Diploma in Marketing Management. He has a prior experience in Banking Industry at Zemen Bank, before joining Debub Global Bank on May 2018.

Abel Mekuria Tekla

Director - IT Application and Program Management

Abel Mekuria Tekla

Director - IT Application and Program Management

Mr. Abel Mekuria is the Director of IT Application and Program Management at Global Bank Ethiopia S.C., where he leads enterprise technology initiatives and oversees the management of core banking systems, database operations, and digital transformation projects. He joined Global Bank in 2022, serving previously as IT Manager and Principal Application System Administrator, contributing significantly to system integration, Oracle FLEXCUBE enhancement, and middleware optimization. Before joining Global Bank, Mr. Abel worked with Enat Bank S.C. for over five years, holding roles as System Administrator and Programmer, where he played a key role in system administration, software development, and Core Banking support. With more than nine years of progressive experience in IT, database management, and software development, Mr. Abel possesses strong technical expertise in Oracle FLEXCUBE, WebLogic, Microservices, and REST & SOAP web services, as well as modern web technologies such as PHP (Laravel), JavaScript (React, Next.js). He holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from St. Mary’s University and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Jimma University. He is also a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

Abiy Alemayehu Kassa

Director - Risk and Compliance

Abiy Alemayehu Kassa

Director - Risk and Compliance

Ato Abiy Alemayehu has 13+ years of Comprehensive banking experience. His current position at Global Bank Ethiopia S.CO. is Director, Risk and Compliance Department with Prior experience at Nib and Addis International Bank. He worked in different Capacities from Loan Officer to his recent post as Director, Risk and Compliance Department. He has B.A in Economics and MBA in General Management.

Amsalu Senbata Tune

Director - Finance Accounts

Amsalu Senbata Tune

Director - Finance Accounts

Mr. Amsalu Senbeta joined Global Bank Ethiopia S.C (GBE) in October 2022 as Director Finance and Accounts Department. Before joining GBE, he served at Hijra Bank S.C and Cooperative Bank of Oromia S.C in different capacities such as Director Branch Operation, Director Finance Department, Manager Accounts in Finance, Branch Manager, Customer Service Manager and Accountant positions at Finance Department & Branches for 15 years Since May 2007. Mr. Amsalu has more than 16 years of extensive relevant banking experience in Finance and Branch Operations. Amsalu received BA degree in Accounting and Auditing from Mekele University and earned MBA in Finance from Ambo University and PHD Student in Business Administration in Livingstone International University of Tourism Excellence and Business Management (LIUTEBM University Lusaka, Zambia since September,2023), AA, Ethiopia.

Biniyam Fikadu W/Semayat

Director - Marketing and Communications

Biniyam Fikadu W/Semayat

Director - Marketing and Communications

Mr. Biniyam Fikadu joined the marketing team of the bank in February 2023 as a manager of marketing and brand development. Before Global Bank Ethiopia S.C, he worked for Cooperative Bank of Oromia for 7 years with the titles of manager, corporate communications, and business communications. He had 15 years of work experience in the areas of marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, event management, and business development. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting and Public Finance from Oromia State University, a Journalism and Communications degree from Bahir Dar University, and a Master of Arts degree in Leadership and Change Management from Oromia State University.

Daniel Mamo Milky

Director - Human Capital Management

Daniel Mamo Milky

Director - Human Capital Management

Efrem Belay Ayele

Director - IT Infrastructure Management

Efrem Belay Ayele

Director - IT Infrastructure Management

Mr. Efrem Belay is Director IT Infrastructure Management Department of Global Bank Ethiopia since November 2023 GC. He has received Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science (Degree) from Addis Ababa University and Diploma in Information Technology. Besides he had different IT professional certification. He joined Global Bank Ethiopia in September 2012 and has serving the Bank in different capacities as a junior Hardware and Network Engineer, Hardware and Network Engineer Officer, Senior Hardware and Network Engineer, Manager Infrastructure division, and Director of the IT Infrastructure Management Department for a total of more than 11 (Eleven) years of professional experience on conceptualizing and driving technical solutions for complex problems with specific domain expertise in the areas of network, security, datacenter, and overall IT infrastructure.

Eskindir Daba Gondel

Director - International Banking

Eskindir Daba Gondel

Director - International Banking

Habtamu Tadegegn W/Yohanes

Director - Branch Banking

Habtamu Tadegegn W/Yohanes

Director - Branch Banking

Kassahun Kunde Dugassa

Director - Legal Services

Kassahun Kunde Dugassa

Director - Legal Services

Mr. Kassahun Kunde joined Global Bank of Ethiopia (GBE) in July, 2022 as Director Legal service Department. Before joining GBE, he served at Commercial Bank of Ethiopia in different capacities such as Associate Attorney, customer relation Attorney, Credit appraisal and Loan Recovery Attorney, Loan recovery Attorney, Legal Service Manager, Legal, loan workout and Recovery Manager and Legal compliance manager For 13+ years since 2022. Prior to these CBE experiences, Kassahun was served as judge at Oromia courts and member of judges at Labor relation Board. He was a trainer and actively involved in various trainings. Mr. Kassahun has more than 14+ years of extensive relevant Legal career experience. Kassahun received LLM Degree in international Business and economic Law, MPA (Masters of Public Administration), LLB Degree in Law and BAIs (BA degree in Business Administration and information system) Furthermore, PHD IN Law Candidate at LIUTEBM School of International programs Lusaka, and Republic of Zambia

Kinfemichael Melaku Melku

Director - Credit Portfolio Management

Kinfemichael Melaku Melku

Director - Credit Portfolio Management

Meseret Asefa Senbeta

Director- Customer Relationship Management

Meseret Asefa Senbeta

Director- Customer Relationship Management

Mikiyas K/Mariyam Tilahun

Director - East Addis Ababa District

Mikiyas K/Mariyam Tilahun

Director - East Addis Ababa District

Solomon Girma Abera

Director - West Addis Ababa District

Solomon Girma Abera

Director - West Addis Ababa District

Suleiman Abdella Mummei

Director - Interest Free Banking

Suleiman Abdella Mummei

Director - Interest Free Banking

Tewodros Akalu Getahun

Director - Internal Audit

Tewodros Akalu Getahun

Director - Internal Audit

Mr. Tewodros Akalu has more than 14 years of experience as Auditor I, Recruit Professional, Junior Auditor, Senior Auditor, Principal Auditor, Area Bank Accountant Grade III, Area Bank Accountant Grade IV, Head, Audit Division, Head, Inspection Division and Manager, Internal Audit at Dashen Bank S.C . Currently he is working as Director, Internal Audit Department at Global Bank Ethiopia S.C He is Member of ACCA on March 11, 2017 and has BA in Accounting from Jimma University on July 3, 2004.

Teketel Gebrehiwot Lonsako

Bank Secretary

Teketel Gebrehiwot Lonsako

Bank Secretary

Mr. Teketel Gebrehiwot has more than 22 years of experience at Commercial Bank of Ethiopia and National Bank of Ethiopia. Currently, he is working as Bank Secretary at Global Bank Ethiopia S.C. He has Masters of Business Administration from Lead Star College on September 1, 2018, BA in Economics from Addis Ababa University on July 24, 2004 and Diploma in Banking & Finance from Mekelle Business College on July 27, 1996.