Listen In: Blen Hailu on the Isua! Her Stories Podcast

We're excited to share that our CEO Blen Hailu was featured on Isua! Her Stories Podcast (Episode 5)! This powerful interview, hosted by Melat Belayneh, explores Blen's entrepreneurial journey and vision for transforming mass transport in Ethiopia.

About the Podcast

Isua! Her Stories (የእሷ ታሪኮች) is a podcast series showcasing inspiring women entrepreneurs in Ethiopia. Each episode features female leaders sharing their journeys, challenges, and triumphs.

Episode 5, titled "Ethiopia's Blen Hailu on Transforming Mass Transport," dives deep into:

Topics Covered

The Entrepreneurial Journey

• From banking to building a company
• The moment that sparked Kabba Transport
• Challenges of starting as a woman in transportation

Leadership Mindset

• How leadership has evolved
• Building and managing teams
• Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship

The Mission

• Transforming mass transport in Ethiopia
• Building a smart, green mobility solution
• Creating impact beyond transportation

Challenges and Successes

• What keeps her up at night
• Celebrating milestones
• Lessons learned

Where to Listen

The episode is available on:

• YouTube: Full video version
• Teraki App: Audio version

Key Takeaways

Blen's interview offers insights for aspiring entrepreneurs:

1. Start with a problem — Find pain points in your own life
2. Persistence matters — Challenges are part of the journey
3. Build your team — Success is a team sport
4. Stay true to your vision — Don't lose sight of your mission

Gratitude

Thank you to Melat Belayneh, Renew Capital, and the entire Isua team for this opportunity to share our story!

Watch/Listen Now

• Video: Isua! Her Stories - Episode 5
• Audio: Available on Teraki App

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