Foyinsola Akinjayeju
Managing Director
Lekki,Lagos
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategic planning, execution and operations. Track record in revenue and profitability growth, streamlined operations, compliance with industry regulations, and exceeding shareholder expectations. Talented in developing partnerships and proven people ability to motivate and optimizes staff performance and productivity.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Managing Director
Bridge International Academies Nigeria
02.2021 - Current
- Led development of comprehensive business plan to improve company operational and financial performance
- Implemented business strategies which led to consistent revenue growth based on outsized post-COVID new customer acquisition and improved customer retention performance
- Created performance (impact) reports for key stakeholders and managed board relationships
- Increased donor-funding by over 3,000%
- Improved customer satisfaction levels (measured by Net Promoter score) by 125 basis points
- Optimized business processes and resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all corporate office departments, and across all forty-six schools
Founder / Pioneer Managing Partner
Nestor&Alfreda Consulting Limited
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative consulting solutions and approached
- Spearheaded marketing initiatives that effectively communicated value proposition viz.: "affordable, innovative,quality
- Formed team through rigorous interviews and extensive candidate research
- Developed of strategic alliances to enhance talent development and delivery capabilities
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively
- Oversaw financial management of the firm, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
Associate Partner Strategy and Operations Transformation
Phillips Consulting Limited
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Drove revenue growth by launching new products and services
- Shaped new solutions and delivery approaches leveraging trends and firm's capabilities
- Crafted compelling proposals that effectively communicated the value of our services to prospective clients
- Led client presentations that showcased expertise in various industry sectors, driving engagement and interest in our services
- Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
Competency Lead (Snr. Manager) - Strategy Advisory
PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited
02.2012 - 09.2019
- Improved business performance by identifying growth opportunities and developing action plans for service expansion.
- Championed innovative approaches to solving clients' problems
- Led large, multi-disciplinary project teams to solve business problems for clients across industries
- Used industry expertise, proven methodologies, and customer service skills to resolve client's business problems
- Performed quality assurance reviews on clients deliverables
- Trained other senior managers and managers within the practice on strategy frameworks and methodologies
- Mentored junior team members in strategy competence
- Conducted regular performance reviews for team members, providing constructive feedback on areas for improvement.
Strategy and Planning Manager
Amazon Energy Limited
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Championed corporate restructuring resulting in the separation of erstwhile business divisions into autonomous business entities
- Designed group-wide operating procedures and policies
- Championed implementation of an enterprise resource planning program
- Created investor packs and led negotiations with prospective investors which resulted in a private equity placement.
Associate - Senior Associate
PriceWaterhouseCoopers Limited
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Managed multiple engagements simultaneously across diverse sectors, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet client deadlines
- Provided guidance to less experienced team members on best practices, fostering a collaboration and enhancing team performance.
- Presented findings and recommendations to senior leadership teams, enabling informed decision-making
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria 04.2001 -
MBA -
Lagos Business School - Pan Atlantic University
Lagos, Nigeria 04.2001 -
Skills
Investor, Regulator and Client Relations Management
Corporate Governance and Risk Management
Leadership and Team Management
Business Development
Financial Management
Business Restructuring and Change Management
Communication and Brand Management
Education Certification
- 2022, MBA, Lagos Business School (Pan-Atlantic University)
- 2010, Associate Chartered Accountant, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
- 2001, B.Sc. Sociology and Anthropology, Obafemi Awolowo University Ile- Ife
Timeline
Managing Director
Bridge International Academies Nigeria
02.2021 - Current
Founder / Pioneer Managing Partner
Nestor&Alfreda Consulting Limited
04.2020 - 01.2021
Associate Partner Strategy and Operations Transformation
Phillips Consulting Limited
10.2019 - 03.2020
Competency Lead (Snr. Manager) - Strategy Advisory
PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited
02.2012 - 09.2019
Strategy and Planning Manager
Amazon Energy Limited
01.2008 - 01.2011
Associate - Senior Associate
PriceWaterhouseCoopers Limited
01.2003 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science -
Obafemi Awolowo University
04.2001 -
MBA -
Lagos Business School - Pan Atlantic University
04.2001 -