Founder Profile - OLIVIER KABASELE

With 23 years of experience in finance, governance, and economic development, Olivier Kabasele is a recognized expert in strategic intelligence, inter-institutional coordination, and the advancement of African regional affairs.

He has supported major institutions such as the World Bank, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac, bringing in-depth expertise in critical analysis, resource management, public policy development, and the design of strategies tailored to African contexts.

World Bank Group – Senior Consultant

Washington, DC | Since 2024

• Conducting strategic studies on green fund sustainability projects in West Africa.

• Development of innovative financing models, increasing project sustainability by 30%.

AfriDev LLC – Founder & Managing Consultant

Washington, DC | Since 2011

• Foundation of a financial and international development consulting firm operating in more than 40 countries.

• Restructuring of 22 African SMEs, leading to a rapid improvement in their profitability.

• Design of a financial diagnostic tool adopted in 40 countries.

OHADA – Director of Budget, Finance and Accounting

Yaoundé, Cameroon | 2014 – 2019

• Financial and human resource management for an organization bringing together 17 African member states.

• Creation of a $20M financing syndicate for the new OHADA headquarters.

• Recovery of $250,000 in unduly paid taxes.

US Department of the Treasury – Senior Fiscal Affairs Specialis t

Washington, DC | 2008 – 2011

• Development of forecasting models reducing cash flow errors to less than 2%.

Freddie Mac – Senior Financial Manager

McLean, VA | 2006 – 2008

• Oversight of compliance with SEC reporting standards.

Fannie Mae – Financial Manager

Herndon, VA | 2005 – 2006

• Adjustment of the financial classification of securities.

Riggs Bank – Investment Banker

Washington, DC | 2001 – 2003

• Advice on investment strategies and risk assessment.