MARE HOLDINGS - Diversified Excellence, Unified Vision

MARE HOLDINGS is a diversified holding group with 9 subsidiaries spanning technology, real estate, property management, banking and private equity, garment care, education, leather goods, advertising, food and beverage, and AI -- operating across the USA and Ethiopia.

Our Portfolio Companies

Contact

Email: contact@mare.holdings

Headquarters: Potomac, MD / Washington, D.C., USA

East Africa Office: Century Executive Tower, Namibia St, Addis Ababa 1000, Ethiopia

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mare.holdings

Nurturing a global portfolio of innovative businesses

We build and scale companies across technology, real estate, finance, services, and lifestyle -- creating lasting value on two continents.

TechnologyGarment CareEducationLeather GoodsAdvertisingAI PlatformsCreativeFood & BeverageReal EstateHospitalityProperty ManagementBanking & FinanceHealthcarePrivate Equity

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Portfolio

Nine ventures. One vision.

Each subsidiary operates independently with domain expertise, backed by the strategic oversight and resources of MARE HOLDINGS.

Every Customer Deserves Genuine Service

Barr Cleaners

Premium dry cleaning, expert alterations, and shoe repair in the heart of Washington, D.C. since 1986.

Advancing Human Intelligence

Hamrawi

A modern education platform offering personalized tutoring, language instruction, and technology courses for learners worldwide.

Draped in Heritage, Crowned in Style

Dalga Leather

Premium handcrafted Ethiopian leather bags and accessories -- where tradition meets contemporary elegance.

The First in Creative Excellence

Kedamawi Advertising + Interactive

Full-service creative agency delivering brand strategy, graphic design, web development, and digital marketing solutions.

Real & Heavenly!

Glace Creamery

Premium handcrafted ice cream, boba drinks, and specialty desserts -- where frozen dreams take shape.

Dimensionalizing Imagination

highp.ai

AI-backed platform that converts 2D images into high-fidelity 3D models for creators and enterprises.

Building Value Across Borders

MARE Properties

The real estate ownership arm of MARE HOLDINGS -- acquiring, developing, and owning short-term rental homes in the USA and commercial, retail, and guest house properties in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Your Property, Our Priority

Betweded Properties

Full-service property management company in Ethiopia -- managing hotels, guest houses, and rental properties owned by local and international investors. Unlike MARE Properties (which owns real estate), Betweded manages properties on behalf of others.

Strategic Capital, Lasting Impact

MARE Investments

A diversified investment portfolio holding equity stakes in Ethiopian banks, hospitals, diagnostic labs, car rentals, and event management companies since 2016.

Connected Capabilities

A competitive edge across every dimension

Our connected capabilities give each subsidiary a measurable advantage through shared resources, technology, and strategic insight.

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Strategic Oversight

Unified governance, decentralized execution.

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Shared Technology

Common platforms accelerate every subsidiary.

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Capital Allocation

Smart investment across verticals.

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Talent Network

Cross-pollination of expertise and leadership.

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Brand Synergy

Each brand amplifies the portfolio.

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Market Intelligence

Data-driven decisions at scale.

Philosophy

Built on three pillars

Our investment thesis centers on companies that embody innovation, preserve heritage, and deliver uncompromising quality.

Innovation

Investing in AI, technology, and platforms that shape the future of how we live and work.

Heritage

Preserving cultural value through real estate, hospitality, and curated material goods.

Quality

Maintaining the highest standards across services, retail, and every customer touchpoint.

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Business Inquiry

Whether you are exploring a strategic partnership, investment opportunity, or simply want to learn more — we would like to hear from you.

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