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Flora Mutahi, the woman behind Melvin Marsh International, had a successful career as an auditor when she seemingly out of the blue decided to quit her job to start a business. This is back in the 1995 when entrepreneurship wasn’t as encouraged as it is today - definitely not for a woman in Kenya. Her family was appalled at her decision and refused to support her initially. Today, Melvins Tea is ranked third in the Kenyan market. Listen to Flora Mutahi's entrepreneurial journey! Visit www.theweightshecarries.com for more inspiring stories!
By Vimbai E. ChikomoFlora Mutahi, the woman behind Melvin Marsh International, had a successful career as an auditor when she seemingly out of the blue decided to quit her job to start a business. This is back in the 1995 when entrepreneurship wasn’t as encouraged as it is today - definitely not for a woman in Kenya. Her family was appalled at her decision and refused to support her initially. Today, Melvins Tea is ranked third in the Kenyan market. Listen to Flora Mutahi's entrepreneurial journey! Visit www.theweightshecarries.com for more inspiring stories!