While having to wear different hats, at times simultaneously, Michael’s WORK has been unchanging – part and parcel of each job: connecting quickly with his audience, partners or clients; delivering results, problem solving (sometimes on the spot), and always reading people and situations so as to advocate for and collaborate on blazing an innovative path toward the attainment of goals, and hopefully, the reaping of attendant successes as well.

Michael co-founded Alama after helping his two nephews secure admission into colleges of their choice. He quickly learned of the gaping need in Ethiopia and in East Africa for ethical, transparent and grounded college admission counseling services for students who have the aptitude but not necessarily the time nor resources to maximize their chances at securing coveted spots at prestigious colleges and universities abroad.

Michael has a passion for empowering young people to find their WORK as opposed to their JOB – and that begins by empowering them to get there, wherever their “there” may be. (Credit: Your Job v.s. Your Work | Dr. Myles Munroe).                                                                                      

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In terms of educational bona fides, Michael holds a Juris Doctorate, & Master in Education and an associate member of IECA.