Michelle Ntalami reveals why she turned down opportunity to settle in Italy
- Published By Jedida Barasa For The Statesman Digital
- 1 year ago
Michelle Ntalami has shared why she did not settle in Italy where she attended her University studies.
In an interview with Jessy Junction, Ntalami shared that her dad's demise impacted this decision.
"I lost my dad during my studies. It destabilized me a bit but I managed to finish school. After coming back from Italy I started my own very successful design company. As Dad's health was deteriorating, he made us rethink our lives."
Her dad battling cancer pushed her to produce organic products hence the birth of Marini Naturals.
"He lived right, never smoked, never drank he made me reevaluate my life. I shaved my hair during that period as Dad was also losing hair to chemotherapy.
He even funded the project, he knew the name It was him who inspired me to make natural products." She shared
Further adding
"We were the first full natural hair care products in Kenya. By the time Marini was starting, I had already made a name for myself."
Here are 10 things you did not know about Ntalami
Real name is Michelle Nkatha Ntalami
Born on June 23, 1984(aged 40 in 2024)
Is an Alumnus of Loreto High School, Limuru.
Holds a Degree in Corporate Design and Communication from the University of Nairobi, First-Class Honors
Holds a Masters in Corporate Interior Design and Branding from Florence Design Academy, Italy.
Is the C.E.O of Marini Naturals.
She has three siblings.
Lost her dad to cancer in 2014.
Announced she had gotten saved on May 21, 2024.
Not married and has no kids.
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