Netsaalem Gebrie is a Programme Director at GOAL Global, overseeing Mastercard Foundation funded market systems development programs.

With over 14 years of experience in private sector and international organizations, Netsaalem has held various management and technical leadership roles.

He has a Masters in Rural Development and Agricultural Extension, is pursuing a second Masters degree in Finance with a focus on Economic Policy, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics.

Netsaalem is a certified trainer in Economic and Market Development, Market Mapping and Analysis, Minimum Economic Recovery Standard, and Cash Transfer Programs.

Prior to his current role, he worked as a Value Chain Manager at TechnoServe Mozambique and as an Alternative Livelihood Advisor at Mercy Corps Ethiopia, overseeing multi-million dollar USAID-funded projects.

Netsaalem's expertise includes leading value chain assessments, developing strategic interventions, managing teams, and facilitating market linkages for agricultural value chains.

He has also served in roles such as Senior Value Chain Specialist, Environment Officer, and Market Strengthening Coordinator at various organizations.

Netsaalem holds certifications in Entrepreneurial Leadership and has attended specialized training in Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) in Glasgow, UK.