My son is part of the Youth Mentorship and Tutoring program at Akukulu Family, and it has been a great experience for him. The mentors are kind, patient, and supportive, and I’ve seen positive growth in his confidence and learning. I’m very thankful for this program and highly recommend it.

Akukulu Family is the best community services provider in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia. The free bilingual information services for communities has been an invaluable resources for community the last four years. Their mentorship and networking with in the small business has been a great support to our local businesses. If you need youth mentorship and tutoring services as well as business coaching classes, Akukulu Family is the best choice and place to go.

Akukulu Family cares for the immigrant community! Always sharing valuable information to help deal with difficult issues facing everyday life! I recommend the tutoring program which consists of field trips that create internships or scholarships for the students!

Akukulu Family is doing meaningful work for the community. Their focus on mentorship, education, and guidance really stands out. You can tell they genuinely care about helping families and young people grow and succeed.

I recently attended bilingual Tatare Negade Business Academy that was in-person and virtual hybrid training provided by Akukulu Family and Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce. It was very practical and well-structured. The facilitator explained concepts clearly and connected them to real-life business situations. I especially appreciated the focus on planning, sustainability, and mindset. The training motivated me to think strategically and take clear next steps in my business journey. I highly recommend this business training to start-up and growing businesses.

Dr. Elilta Demissie worked hard and did her best to share her business knowledge and skills to fellow entrepreneurs. She has strong communication skills and communicates effectively with both individuals and groups.

Dr. Elilta Demissie from Akukulu Family collaborated with MBCC - Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce to bring Tatare Negade Business Start-Up Training Academy. This training helped me gain business knowledge and skills. Therefore, I am planning to register and expand my business in Montgomery County which sponsored our trainings. I am grateful for this business training and will spread the information to those community members who would like to start their businesses in the county.

I am an aspiring entrepreneur who attended the Tatare Negade Start-Up Business Training Academy, provided through the collaboration of the Akukulu Family and the Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC). The training was bilingual in Amharic and English, which made it very accessible and easy to understand. The in-person sessions combined with virtual hybrid business support were extremely helpful. I learned a lot about starting a business and growing it using clear and practical methods. I highly recommend this training program to anyone who is starting a business or looking to grow their business. I am very satisfied with the experience.

I recently participated in a Tatare Negade Business Start-Up Training Academy sponsored by Montgomery County, and it was an excellent experience. The course covered many valuable topics, including business planning, the business model canvas, proposals, and other practical tools needed to build a strong foundation for a business. Everything was explained clearly and in a very supportive environment. I truly appreciated that the training was offered for free, which made it even more impactful and accessible. It inspired me to take my ideas seriously and actively work on turning my business plan into reality. I’m very grateful for this opportunity and highly recommend this training to anyone interested in starting or growing a business.

Dear Dr. Elilta Demissie, Thank you very much for providing the Akukulu Family's Life Youth Mentorship and Tutoring LYMT service. The program has helped my son greatly and has significantly improved his self-confidence. The STEM Field Trips you organized are also very beneficial fostering professional manner and helped him develop strong communication skills with others. We truly appreciate your dedication, support, and the positive impact you have had on my son.

I had an amazing experience in my Tatare Negade Start-Up Business Training Academy class. MBCC and Akukulu Family brought three incredible teachers! Kennet , Vondele & Dr. Elilta. They were knowledgeable, supportive, and truly cared about our success. They always took extra time to help us understand the materials, and their grading scale was fair and encouraging. Their passion for teaching made the class enjoyable and motivating. I learned so much and am very grateful for all their hard work and dedication!

Going in to the business training, I didn’t expect it to be something I’d enjoy, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was insightful, engaging, and far more impressive than I expected. The trainers' ability and eagerness to share their knowledge was truly impressive and made the sessions highly engaging and valuable. I would like to take opportunity to thank the trainers and the group for sharing their knowledges and for supporting me throughout my training. Especially Dr. Elilta Demissie, for bringing this group together and for supporting the Ethiopian community. I truly appreciate your effort well done.

Tatare Negade Business Training Academy was informative, practical, and empowering. The content was well-organized and easy to understand, making it valuable for both new and experienced business owners. The sessions provided real-life examples, hands-on activities, and tools that participants could apply immediately to their own businesses.Special appreciation goes to Dr. Elilita Demissie, CEO of Akukulu’s Family, for her outstanding leadership and vision in organizing this impactful training. Her dedication to supporting entrepreneurs and strengthening small businesses was evident throughout the event. The collaboration with MBCC (Maryland Business Commerce Chamber) made this training even more powerful by bringing together resources, expertise, and community support.

Akululu Family is amazing! The tutors were patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my child’s progress. They took the time to explain concepts clearly and tailored their approach to fit my child’s learning style. I noticed a significant improvement in confidence and understanding in a short period of time. Communication was excellent, and scheduling was flexible, which made the experience even better. I highly recommend Akululu Family Tutoring to any family looking for high-quality, supportive academic help.

Standout InstructionA huge shoutout to Dr. Elilta. Her body of knowledge is impressive, but what truly set her apart was her ability to communicate and present complex information in Amharic. This made the concepts so much more accessible. Her weekly study sessions were invaluable for cementing everything we learned.