Mahnaz Eshetu is an accomplished, highly educated professional with a diverse background in marketing, economics, accounting, healthcare administration, and community development. She studied extensively at both the Advanced Institute of Accounting and Concordia College before earning her Master of Business Administration in marketing and economics from NDSU. Throughout her career, Mahnaz has worked for a variety of organizations in various roles, including at the city of Seattle's Office of Economic Development, Evergreen Community Development, and KeyBank Community Development Lending. These experiences have made her a strategic business development adviser and an economic development manager, helping companies and communities achieve growth and prosperity. Currently, she serves as the Executive Director at the Refugee Women’s Alliance. With her extensive skill set, education, and experience in various industries, Mahnaz Eshetu is a capable and knowledgeable professional who understands how to make businesses and communities thrive.