A visionary leader with 25+ years of transformative impact in Ethiopian banking, Deribie Asfaw has propelled Coopbank from a back-tier institution into a top-four financial powerhouse in Ethiopia. Under his stewardship since 2015, the bank has achieved exponential growth, pioneered digital innovation, and redefined financial inclusion, aligning with its Vision 2030.

Work experience

• December 14, 2015-Present Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Coop Bank of Oromia S.C

• Vice President, Customer Accounts & Transaction Services (2011–2015) at Commercial Bank of Ethiopia

• District Manager, Jimma District (2008–2011) at Commercial Bank of Ethiopia

He led critical projects such as Core banking system implementation, BPR pilot programs, and operational policy reforms.

He hold the following qualifications

• MBA in International Business (University  of Greenwich).

• BA in Economics (Addis Ababa University).

• Advanced Certifications:

  • Corporate Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance.

  • Strategic HR Management, Leadership, and Change Management.

  • IFRS, Sharia Governance, and Competitive Strategy in Banking.