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Abiola Adefowope

Abiola Adefowope

Abuja

Summary

Highly accomplished and versatile executive with a solid background in IT support and brand strategy, offering [X+] years of proven expertise as both a Product Manager and Chief Operations Officer. Possessing a unique blend of technical acumen and strategic vision, I have consistently driven innovation, optimized operations, and enhanced brand positioning to achieve substantial business growth. My ability to bridge the gap between technology and marketing, coupled with a relentless commitment to operational excellence, has enabled me to lead cross-functional teams and successfully deliver impactful solutions. I excel in crafting product strategies, fostering collaboration, and leveraging data-driven insights to achieve exceptional results for organizations in dynamic and competitive environments. Looking forward to leveraging this rich experience to steer the success of forward-thinking organizations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Operations Officer

CodeLab Educare
06.2023 - Current
  • Led the startup's rapid growth, achieving $100 thousand in revenue within the first year of operations.
  • Launched 6 tech training programs, resulting in an enrollment of over 1,200 students.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes that improved operational efficiency by 25% and reduced operational costs by $20,000 per quarter.
  • Managed a team of 15 professionals across multiple departments, achieving a 30% increase in team productivity and reducing employee turnover to just 8%.
  • Forged strategic partnerships with 6 industry-leading tech companies, resulting in a 20% increase in job placement rates for graduates.
  • Developed and executed a comprehensive marketing strategy, increasing brand awareness and generating 150 qualified leads per month.
  • Oversaw the successful launch of 3 new online learning platforms, driving a 45% increase in digital course sales.
  • Established and maintained key vendor relationships, reducing third-party service costs by $10,000 annually.
  • Conducted extensive market research and competitor analysis, identifying 2 new revenue streams and market expansion opportunities.
  • Implemented agile project management methodologies, reducing product development cycle times by 40%.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance and accreditation for the training programs, resulting in a 15% increase in student trust and program recognition.
  • Collaborated with the executive team to define and execute the company's strategic vision and goals.

IT Team Lead

Centrum Finance Company Ltd
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Key Achievements and Responsibilities:
  • Directed team of 8 IT professionals responsible for maintaining and upgrading organization's IT infrastructure.
  • Managed budget of $ 0.5 million for infrastructure projects and consistently delivered projects on time and within budget.
  • Implemented a hybrid cloud solution, resulting in a 28% reduction in infrastructure costs and improved scalability.
  • Upgraded network infrastructure, increasing network speed and reliability by 15%.
  • Led migration to new data center, reducing operational costs by 20% and improving disaster recovery capabilities.
  • Collaborated with department heads to identify and address technology needs, resulting in the successful deployment of 4 new applications that improved business processes and productivity by 12%.
  • Conducted regular security audits and implemented security enhancements, reducing security incidents by 17%.
  • Established and maintained relationships with technology vendors, optimizing procurement processes and reducing costs by 10%.
  • Provided technical expertise and guidance to team members, resulting in 25% improvement in team performance.
  • Developed and maintained IT policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Product Designer

AnchorDataware Solutions
06.2019 - 01.2021
  • Over the course of this contract, helped on 4 projects
  • Created wireframes, functional prototype and conducted user interviews to help create a simplified set up flow for an enterprise software application (ecitibiz)
  • Created wireframes and contributed to the visual design of a website promoting the project
  • Also created brand strategy and branding documents
  • Converted project specifications into drawings and other materials that would be used to create product
  • Brainstormed with peers and other members of design team to determine enhancements and product features

Product Designer

Osoft intergrated Resources ltd
07.2019 - 11.2020
  • Key Achievements and Responsibilities:
  • Conducted user research and analysis, leading to a 25% improvement in user satisfaction scores within 6 months.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define product strategies and roadmaps, resulting in a 35% increase in annual revenue.
  • Defined clear product requirements and specifications, resulting in a 20% reduction in development time and cost.
  • Led the ideation and development of 5 new fintech and healthtech features, driving user engagement by 15%.
  • Worked closely with design teams to improve the user experience, resulting in a 22% increase in app retention rates.
  • Conducted A/B tests and data analysis, leading to a 18% increase in user conversions.
  • Managed a product backlog with 50 items, ensuring timely delivery of features and enhancements.
  • Presented product updates and roadmaps to key stakeholders, resulting in 30% higher alignment and support.
  • Implemented agile development methodologies, resulting in 40% faster product release cycles.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in 95% customer retention.
  • Conducted competitive analysis and market research, identifying 3 new market opportunities.
  • Created wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to communicate design concepts effectively.

Education

Master of Science -

University of Abuja
Abuja Nigeria
09.2017

Skills

  • Leading teams
  • Trained new team members in areas such as setting up active directory domain service (ADDS) and network policy to monitor efficient usage of company working hours and delivered critical feedback to enhance and improve performance
  • Product Team Leadership
  • Backup and recovery
  • Wireless area networking
  • Instruction and training
  • Hardware upgrades
  • Helpdesk call support
  • Strategic Planning
  • Product Development
  • Operations Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Business Development
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Data Analysis
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Project Management
  • Market Research
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Financial Analysis

Work Availability

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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Chief Operations Officer

CodeLab Educare
06.2023 - Current

IT Team Lead

Centrum Finance Company Ltd
08.2021 - 12.2022

Product Designer

Osoft intergrated Resources ltd
07.2019 - 11.2020

Product Designer

AnchorDataware Solutions
06.2019 - 01.2021

Master of Science -

University of Abuja

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