Laureen Kouassi-Olsson

Laureen Kouassi-Olsson is a seasoned leader in finance and investment, currently serving as the Founder and CEO of Birimian Ventures since April 2021. Laureen holds several prominent board positions, including Independent Board Member and Member of the Group Credit Committee at BRIDGE BANK GROUP Côte d'Ivoire, Independent Board Member and Chairperson of the Group Risk Committee at Bank of Africa, and Independent Board Member and Chairperson of the Risk Committee at Orange Abidjan Participations. Additional roles include Advisory Board Member at ARISE IIP and Independent Board Member at multiple organizations such as UBCI - GROUPE BNP PARIBAS and the African Venture Philanthropy Alliance. Laureen's academic background includes executive education from Harvard Business School and a Master's degree in Corporate Finance from emlyon business school.