Finance and Investment Sector

Aissatou Tirera

A Financial Expert

A Financial Expert

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Aissatou Tirera-Cisse, a seasoned finance professional with over two decades of experience in financial investments and capital markets. Her journey in the world of finance began after completing her scientific baccalaureate at Collège Jean Mermoz in Abidjan. She pursued her higher education at ESG Paris, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance in 1998.

Aissatou's passion for managing stock products led her to the United States, where she obtained a Master of Sciences in Finance from Florida International University in 2001. Her professional career commenced in Miami, working as a financial analyst for an investment advisory firm, specializing in bond and derivatives portfolio management. She then transitioned to a company dedicated to investment fund administration, gaining valuable experience in middle and back-office operations for various alternative investment vehicles.

In 2007, her family project brought her back to Ivory Coast, where she aimed to contribute her financial expertise to her homeland. Her American employer, recognizing her talents, entrusted her with the responsibility of establishing its first international subsidiary in Abidjan. Aissatou seamlessly managed back-office operations and cultivated relationships with international clients.

Aissatou is not only a seasoned finance professional but also a dedicated advocate for women in finance. She is a founding member of the Women's Investment Club (WIC) Cote d'Ivoire and was elected Vice President in July 2022. In this role, she passionately promotes diversified investments and works towards democratizing financial understanding.

Aissatou Tirera-Cisse's impressive career and commitment to empowering women in finance make her a notable figure in the financial sector, both in Ivory Coast and internationally.