Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Solomon Aklilu

  1. Name: Solomon Aklilu
  2. Education: Diploma
  3. Company name: Twins Epoxy
  4. Title: General Manager
  5. Founded in: 2023
  6. What it does: Provides high-quality epoxy adhesive and coating solutions
  7. Headquarters: Addis Ababa
  8. Start-up capital: 50,000 birr
  9. Current capital: Growing
  10. Number of employees: 8
  11. Reason for starting the business: Inspired by the rapid growth of the construction sector
  12. Biggest perk of ownership: The freedom to explore and experiment with new business ideas
  13. Biggest strength: Determination and a “never-give-up” mindset
  14. Biggest challenge: Market limitations.
  15. Plan: To become the leading provider of high-quality epoxy services
  16. First career path: Church service
  17. Most interested in meeting: Former Ethiopian President Mengistu Hailemariam
  18. Most admired person: Musician Tewodros Kassahun (Teddy Afro) ​
  19. Stress reducer: Spending time at church, being with family, and reading
  20. Favorite book: Politics and history
  21. Favorite pastime: Trying new innovations
  22. Favorite travel destination: Jerusalem
  23. Favorite automobile: Classic Volkswagen (old model)

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