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Tigist Kebede is an experienced entrepreneur specializing in the media, entertainment and telecommunications sectors. She is the Operations Director and driving force behind habeshaview, an international film distribution agent and IPTV service provider focusing on promoting and developing the culture and skills of the East African community and bringing them to the global community.

Outside of habeshaview, Tigist’s passion is supporting charities worldwide. She is an advisor for Citizens Advice Bureau in Berkshire, UK, a trustee for Home-Start West Berkshire and a volunteer with Sue Ryder UK, a nationwide cancer charity. Tigist has raised significant funds for numerous charities, schools and orphanages in Ethiopia, the United Kingdom and the Philippines.