Brook Beyene Tesfatsion

Born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in 1974, Brook Beyene is a true master of languages. Fluent in Amharic, Tigrinya, English, French, and Swahili, with knowledge of Arabic, German, Geez, and Italian, he is a polyglot with over 30 years of experience as a translator. His passion for language and culture since childhood led him to become a published author and translator, with several books in Amharic and French being sold worldwide.

As the CEO of Ethiostar, an ISO 17100 and ISO 9001 certified company, Brook’s leadership has made it a leading translation company in Ethiopia and beyond. He manages two sister companies in Ethiopia and the USA, committed to providing high-quality translation services that meet each client’s specific needs.

Brook’s contagious enthusiasm for languages and cultures is evident in his work. With his unmatched expertise in translation, he continues to inspire and share knowledge with others in the industry. His dedication and vision ensure that Ethiostar will deliver exceptional translation services for years to come.

With a diverse background, including coordinating a Franco-Ethiopian bilateral governmental project, Brook’s commitment to language and communications is unwavering. He thrives on the art of translation and lexicography, never resting until the job is done. Brook Beyene is a unique and fortunate individual, a true expert in the world of languages and translations.

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Translator, poet, languages instructor, lexicographer, localization expert, CEO of Ethiostar Translation and Localization PLC and its sister companies.

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Traducteur en amharique, en anglais, tigrigna et français, il a traduit de l’amharique
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