Awards
Dr. Johanny Pestalozzi, the Founder and CEO of AtabeyX, has received numerous prestigious fellowships and awards throughout her career, reflecting her dedication to sustainability, social entrepreneurship, and global impact. Her journey is marked by recognition from leading institutions, including the German Federal Ministry of Education, the British Council Caribbean, and the Clinton Global Initiative.
These accolades, spanning across Europe, the Caribbean, and the Americas, emphasize her leadership in advancing innovative solutions for sustainable development and her commitment to entrepreneurship. From winning the Sustainability Prize at EARTH University to being a fellow at the Social Entrepreneurship Academy in Munich, Dr. Pestalozzi has continuously been recognized for her contributions to environmental and societal causes.
Her diverse experiences and track record of global engagement inspire trust in AtabeyX's mission to drive positive change through technology, sustainability, and societal impact. By choosing to work with AtabeyX, you are partnering with a leader who has proven herself in both the academic and entrepreneurial spheres, backed by a solid track record of meaningful contributions to sustainability and innovation.
Recognitions
Distinguished Innovator Award Winner 2024 by the Global Innovation Institute (GInI) and the Global Innovation Summit (GInS).
Research funding, part of the Bioeconomy Program Baden-Württemberg, Ministry of Science, Research and the Arts Baden-Württemberg, 2015-2018.
Social Entrepreneurship Academy Fellowship, Munich, Sep 2014.
IPSWaT Scholarship Holder, German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, Sep 2011.
Member of the Dominican Youth Delegation of the Japanese International Development Exchange (INDEX) Program (Photos), Embassy of Japan and the Ministry of Youth in the Dominican Republic, full fellowship, Jul 2011.
TEDxBled Speaker & Challenge:Future Summit Guest, presenting the project Solutions for my Planet, full fellowship, Mar 2012.
Sustainability Prize Winner (Photos), The Sustainability Labs & EARTH University, shared Prize, Dec 2010.
Caribbean Climate Champion, British Council Caribbean, Sep 2010
Clinton Global Initiative for Universities (Photos), Former US President Bill Clinton, full fellowship, Apr 2010.
Annenberg Foundation Scholarship Holder, EARTH University, Nov 2006.
Youth Advisory Board Member, 5th World Youth Congress, Jun 2009.
4th World Youth Congress, Peace Child International, full fellowship, Aug 2008.