Dr. Aimée Tathiana Koulounda has been awarded the prestigious title of “International Best
Researcher award” at ISTRA 2024. Originally from the Republic of the Congo, I am Swiss and I reside
in Geneva, Switzerland. My academic journey is marked by a Ph.D. in management science
obtained from ESM in March 2020. I also hold an MBA from ESM (2013) and a master’s degree
in communication from University Lumière Lyon II (2010), thus solidifying my expertise in
these fields.
My professional career has been enriched by significant experience with the World Bank,
where I served as a consultant. My contributions focused primarily on social safety net
programs, essential for enhancing the economic resilience of vulnerable populations. The
detailed report of my work at the World Bank, along with the results achieved, testify to my
commitment and expertise in this sector. Here is the reference.
Koulounda, Aimée Tathiana; Schuettler, Kirsten ; L’Inclusion Economique des Femmes et des
Jeunes au Congo-Brazzaville : Perspectives sur le Programme d’Appui aux Activités
Génératrices de Revenus (French). Washington, D.C. : World Bank Group. (2022)
In addition, I am the Vice President at IARIS (African Institute of International and Strategic
Relations), an experience highlighted by the organization of an international symposium to
celebrate the 60th anniversary of Africa’s independence. This event not only served as a
platform to discuss the continent’s progress and challenges but also led to the publication of
a book. This book, references available upon request, compiles various perspectives and
analyses on post-independence Africa, illustrating our commitment to enriching the dialogue
on African issues.
IARIS, 60 ans des indépendances : quelle Afrique aujourd’hui ? ISBN: 978-2-14-027015-4;
l’Harmattan

Aimée Tathiana KOULOUNDA, Kader OUEDRAOGO, l’entrepreneuriat féminin au cœur d’un
processus de développement : Cas du Congo Brazzaville en zone urbaine et du Burkina Faso
en zone rurale, IARIS,
My career is also marked by publications, the references of which attest to my ongoing
contributions to research and knowledge dissemination. These publications highlight my
commitment to advancing science, with a particular focus on women’s entrepreneurship. Here are
some references:

Dr. Aimée Tathiana Koulounda & Dr. Jean-Paul Favre, “Towards the Emergence and
Valorization of Necessity Entrepreneurship: The Case of Women in the Republic of Congo,”
Global Journal of Management and Business Research: Administration and Management;
Volume 23, Issue 7, Version 1.0, Year 2023. Type: Double Blind Peer Reviewed International
Research Journal; Publisher: Global Journals; Online ISSN: 2249-4588 & Print ISSN: 0975-5853.
Dr. Aimée Tathiana Koulounda & Dr. Jean-Paul Favre, “Exogenous Factors in Female
Entrepreneurship, Brazzaville, Congo,” Research Journal of Management Sciences, ISSN 2319–
1171, Vol. 11(3), 9-14, September (2022).
Dr. Aimée Tathiana Koulounda, John Kangolo Lunkamba, Dr. Jean-Paul Favre, “Women’s
Entrepreneurship and Health Insurance Financing in the DRC: Challenges, Actions, and
Synergies,” ISSN (online): 2583-6641; Volume: 02, Issue: 02; March-April 2023.
Aimée Tathiana KOULOUNDA ; avis de l’expert, AAFC (Actualité de l’Afrique centrale),

https://aafc.afriquecentraleactualite.com/2020/11/28/linformel-au-congo-aimee-
koulounda-ce-secteur-est-considere-comme-le-premier-employeur-loin-devant-le-formel/

DBA à distance – L’avis de l’expert avec Aimée Koulounda – Impact de la croyance sur

l’entrepreneuriat de nécessité ; août 2020, https://www.esm.ch/actualites/news/dba-
distance-aimee-koulounda-croyance-entrepreneuriat/

I am also the founder and president of the “Étoile Brillante pour un Avenir Lumineux”
association, which aims to empower female entrepreneurs, particularly those in the informal
sector in Africa, by providing them with the tools, resources, and training necessary to achieve
their full economic potential and contribute to the sustainable development of their
communities. The objective of the association is to provide comprehensive support to women
working in the informal sector in Africa by offering them a three-month training program accompanied
by individual coaching. To rehabilitate school infrastructures in the provinces of Africa to ensure a safe,
comfortable, and conducive learning environment. We will start first with Congo-Brazzaville…
This biography highlights my academic qualifications and some of my significant professional
experiences while emphasizing my contributions to the scientific community and social
development.