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ABOLADE OLAWALE

ABOLADE OLAWALE

Executive Membership Officer
Abuja,FC

Summary

Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Dedicated and results-driven administrator with a strong background in executing administrative duties, membership events, and marketing strategies. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Membership Executive

Abuja Chamber Commerce & Industry
Abuja, FC
09.2021 - Current
  • Spearheaded administrative duties in membership unit, ensuring streamlined processes.
  • Designed innovative programs and incentives, resulting in maximized membership recruitment and retention.
  • Coordinated and led marketing strategies to retain membership, nurturing active, past, and future member relations.
  • Oversaw membership services, communication, and networking events, collaborating with the trade team for national, regional, and international trade events.
  • Orchestrated research, execution, and follow-through of direct mail campaigns, member events, and promotions.
  • Ensured data completeness, accuracy, and consistency in the membership database, implementing automation for efficiency.
  • Managed the development of publications to promote member businesses and organizations.
  • Acted as Secretary for the Membership Committee, preparing agendas, keeping minutes, and presenting result-focused reports to the Executive Committee.
  • Built and maintained strong working relations with key stakeholders, including the Organized Private Sector, Diplomatic Corps, and Government Agencies.
  • Undertook additional tasks assigned by the Executive Committee, the Chairman of the Membership Committee, and the Director General.
  • Connected customers with services based on individual needs and vendor capabilities.

Administrative & Procurement Officer

Abuja Chamber Commerce & Industry
Abuja, FC
02.2020 - 09.2021
  • Efficiently managed calls, emails, and visitor interactions, maintaining professional front office.
  • Implemented user-friendly electronic filing system, reducing file retrieval time by 30%.
  • Accelerated appointment system with interactive calendars, resulting in hassle-free scheduling for senior management.
  • Worked directly with senior management, handling communication with 20+ company partners and clients.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities, reducing supply costs by 20% through strategic ordering and stocking.
  • Maintained both hard copy and electronic filing systems to ensure data integrity and continuity.
  • Scheduled meetings between Executive team and business partners/clients
  • Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
  • Managed database of vendor details and pricing information to maintain organization.

Marketing & Events Coordinator

Prixiar Media Limited
Abuja, FC
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with journalists, and maintain media database
  • Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Managed over 8 event logistics and operations.
  • Evaluated and selected service providers and vendors according to customer requirements.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Inspected event facilities to confirm conformance to customer requirements.
  • Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
  • Developed post-event reports to determine effectiveness of each event.
  • Arranged availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation and displays for various types of events.
  • Communicated with catering, lighting and sound companies to obtain price quotes.
  • Attended conferences and events to stay up-to-date with industry trends and planning standards.
  • Managed over 20 contracts and agreements to finalize negotiations and obtain approval signatures.
  • Reviewed event bills to confirm accuracy and approve payment.
  • Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
  • Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
  • Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
  • Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
  • Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events

Trade Show Coordinator

Abuja Chamber Commerce & Industry
Abuja, FC
01.2018 - 09.2019
  • Coordinated marketing, planning, and logistics of annual 2019 Abuja International Trade Fair
  • Monitored and controlled event expenditures to meet budgets.
  • Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
  • Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
  • Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
  • Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
  • Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
  • Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
  • Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Developed and distributed event surveys to gather feedback and assess event success.
  • Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
  • Produced concept plans for high-profile corporate meetings and events.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication - Mass Communication

Al-Hikmah University
Ilorin, KW
07.2013 - 07.2017

Skills

Teamwork & Problem solvingundefined

Accomplishments

  • Successfully organized and managed the annual Abuja International Trade Fair 2019, which had over 200 exhibitors and an estimated 10,000 visitors from across Nigeria and other countries.
  • Implemented a user-friendly electronic filing system, reducing file retrieval time by 30% and ensuring better organization of office documents.
  • Introduced an interactive calendar system for scheduling appointments with senior management, which led to hassle-free appointment scheduling and improved productivity.
  • Managed a successful marketing strategy that led to increased membership recruitment and retention at Abuja Chamber Commerce & Industry.

References

Available upon request.

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Quote

The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama

Timeline

Membership Executive

Abuja Chamber Commerce & Industry
09.2021 - Current

Administrative & Procurement Officer

Abuja Chamber Commerce & Industry
02.2020 - 09.2021

Marketing & Events Coordinator

Prixiar Media Limited
10.2019 - 02.2020

Trade Show Coordinator

Abuja Chamber Commerce & Industry
01.2018 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication - Mass Communication

Al-Hikmah University
07.2013 - 07.2017

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