DR Dakito Alemu

PhD-qualified finance expert with 16+ years of experience spanning academia, consultancy, and investment banking. Proven expertise in portfolio management, securities analysis, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Extensive background in advising on capital market development and executing IFRS conversion projects. Board director with a strong record of corporate governance and financial oversight. Experienced trainer in capital markets for banks, insurers, and regulators.

Board Director

Skillmart Educational Development Share Company (2024–Present)

Addis Ababa University Employees Saving and Credit Union (2024–Present)
→ Provide strategic direction, oversee financial performance, and ensure corporate governance.


Consultancy Projects (2014–2024)

Ethiopian Pulp & Paper

Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Enterprise

Ethiopian Deposit Insurance Fund (EDIF)

Panafric Global

SIDCO PLC

Executed IFRS conversions for over 8 firms.

Advised on corporate valuation, restructuring, and investment feasibility.


Capital Markets Training

Designed and delivered training programs for banks, insurers, and the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), 2022–Present.


Publications & Professional Affiliations

Author of 5+ peer-reviewed journal articles in finance and investment.

Member, Ethiopian Professional Association of Accountants and Auditors.

Contributor to national capital market development initiatives.