Hello Merians , Todays Guest is Mr. Million Kibret, who is currently the Managing Partner of BDO Consulting PLC (BDO Ethiopia) member of BDO International, the 5th largest global professional services organization with presence in 164 countries. With focus on Corporate Finance and investment advisory, BDO in Ethiopia is one of the largest professional services firms in Ethiopia. Million has over 25 years of professional experience as a leading Business and Tax Advisor, Corporate Financier and Transaction Advisor in Ethiopia and greater Horn of Africa region. Million runs one of the largest and most successful professional services firms in Ethiopia Million has been closing several transactions and managing successful debt and equity raises across sectors and also helping navigate the forex and regulatory issues that are quite unique to Ethiopia. He regularly conducts trainings and seminars and is a recognized prominent speaker at forums held for the industry and government in Ethiopia. Million is a member of the Institute of Accountants in Ethiopia. Million heads the Real Estate Association in Ethiopia and is the recipient of several awards from the Government of Ethiopia for his contribution in his industry. We promise you are going to learn a lot about Finance , Merger and Acquisition and more. enjoy ! 0:00 -Intro 2:20- Who is million 4:30 - Major issues with Ethiopian companies 9:51- Challenges in attracting investors 15:39 - Burn the bridge 29:09 - What to know about finance 45:56 - Budgeting 49:12 - Auditor vs Advisor 57:30 - Inflation & profitability 1:02:35 - Tax 1:12:25 - merger & acquisition 1:25:26 - Business valuation method 1:40:05 - startup ecosystem 1:54:25 - Finance 1:59:05 - one wisdom Social Links https://www.linkedin.com/company/meripodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@meripodcast https://twitter.com/MERI_Podcast https://www.instagram.com/meripodcast/ https://t.me/MERI_PODCAST https://youtube.com/@Meriwoch?si=yIpJ3byprnVNwKi1 Copyright Notice for Meri Podcast: All rights reserved. The content featured in this podcast is protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of any portion of this podcast is strictly prohibited. For permission to use our content, please contact us at meripodcastet@gmail.com Thank you for respecting our copyright.