Berhane Demissie, Managing Partner at Cepheus Growth Capital Partners, is a trailblazing finance expert driving SME growth and championing economic empowerment in Ethiopia. Berhane Demissie is a prominent leader in Ethiopia’s financial landscape, co-founding and managing Cepheus Growth Capital Partners. This private equity firm specializes in providing growth capital to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ethiopia, playing a crucial role in their development and the broader economic progress of the nation. Berhane’s rich background in private equity, spanning over a decade within Ethiopia, underpins her pivotal role in the firm’s achievements. Prior to establishing Cepheus, Berhane made significant contributions to the Ethiopian government’s financial sector reform efforts, working as a Senior Consultant for the Public Financial Enterprises Agency in Addis Ababa. Over five years, she was deeply involved in enhancing the operational efficiencies of Ethiopia’s public financial institutions. Berhane’s international exposure includes her tenure at Citigroup in London, where she was an integral part of the Corporate and Portfolio Risk Management groups, sharpening her expertise in financial analysis and risk management.
Berhane’s academic credentials are formidable, holding a Bachelor of Science with honors from Greenwich University and furthering her education with a Higher Diploma (DIC) and an MBA from Imperial College London. At Cepheus Growth Capital Partners, Berhane is entrusted with the comprehensive management of the fund in Ethiopia. Her responsibilities are diverse, covering deal sourcing, execution, portfolio management, and exit strategies. She also serves on Cepheus’ Investment Committee, where her invaluable experience and insights contribute to the firm’s strategic direction.
