Mrs. Asegedech (Assi) Woldemariam, an Ethiopian macro-economist with a degree from Syracuse University, has established 'Assi's Gallery' in Addis Ababa, which combines her passion for fashion with her professional expertise to empower young women through entrepreneurship. The gallery showcases unique jewelry and fashion designs that blend traditional Ethiopian culture with contemporary styles. Assi, a prominent figure in modern fashion, aims to develop a platform for Ethiopian designs to compete on a global scale.