Coopbank Celebrates International Women’s Day on March 8 with Colorful Celebrations

March 8, 2025 – Coopbank marked International Women’s Day with vibrant celebrations, reaffirming its commitment to empowering women. This year, the celebration took place at the Sinqe branch, where the entire team is composed of female employees. The event was graced by Coopbank’s Executive Management, including CEO, Along with branch managers from across Finfinne and the surrounding areas.
The highlight of the event was an inspiring speech by Adde Lense Geleta, Coopbank’s Vice President of Growth and Operations. She shared her personal journey and motivated the attendees, emphasizing Coopbank’s ongoing dedication to supporting and empowering women.
In his remarks, CEO Obbo Derbie Asfaw recognized the crucial role women have played in Coopbank’s growth and success over the past two decades. He acknowledged the significant contributions of women to the bank’s achievements and emphasized that women’s empowerment continues to be a central focus of the bank’s strategy. As part of its newly implemented approach, Coopbank has made empowering women one of its key pillars, with a particular focus on supporting women in leadership roles.
This year’s celebration was extra special, coinciding with Coopbank’s 20th anniversary. The event at the Sinqe branch brought together all women staff and guests to celebrate both International Women’s Day and the bank’s milestone, showcasing Coopbank’s commitment to growth, empowerment, and community impact.