Why He Left Boeing to Start a Company in Ethiopia | Pazion | AGI Podcast

Описание: In this inspiring episode of the AGI Podcast, Abraham sits down with Pazion, a visionary leader whose journey spans from a childhood in Ethiopia to a prestigious engineering career at Boeing in the United States, and back to Ethiopia to found Orbit, a company driving technological change.

We dive deep into:
✈️ His transformative experiences working at giants like Boeing, Microsoft, and Starbucks.
💡 The critical moment that made him leave a secure career to start a tech company in Ethiopia.
🏥 The story behind Orbit – from a frustrating hospital visit to digitizing millions of healthcare records.
🧠 The influence of his upbringing, faith, and education on his concept of "impact over income."
🤖 His insights on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its potential to transform Africa, alongside the infrastructural challenges.
🇪🇹 His unwavering hope for Ethiopia's youth and the future of innovation on the continent.

Pazion's story is a powerful testament to the belief that life is about more than just consuming; it's about contributing and building a legacy that uplifts entire communities.

// CHAPTERS //
00:00 - Teaser & Intro
02:15 - Pazion’s Childhood & Early Influences
10:45 - The Shock of Moving to the US
18:30 - University Life & The American Mindset
26:50 - Working at Starbucks, Microsoft, and Boeing
38:10 - The Decision to Return to Ethiopia
45:00 - The Birth of Orbit: Solving Real Problems
55:20 - Challenges, War, and Perseverance
01:05:00 - AI, The Future, and Africa's Readiness
01:15:40 - Message to the Young People of Ethiopia
01:20:00 - What’s Next for Pazion?

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