Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
HOBBIES
Certification
References
Timeline
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Gbolahan Olumide Olanipekun

Lagos (Remote Worker),Nigeria

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in product management, leadership, and strategic planning. Demonstrates exceptional communication and technical skills, effectively utilising various tools to drive project success. Committed to leveraging extensive experience to achieve organisational goals and foster innovation.

Offering strong communication and problem-solving skills. Knowledgeable about customer relations, conflict resolution, and teamwork. Ready to use and develop skills in customer interaction, active listening, and adaptability in any role.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Calls Experts
Charlestone, USA
08.2024 - 02.2025
  • Using CRM tools to assign customer relations, sales, data and account information
  • Connecting with 350+ potential clients daily to qualify leads, drive sales and check on customer follow up
  • From analyzing sales to see where to improve on, which lead to a 25% increase and also showing that effective communication and better objection handling resulted in hitting sales target better

General Manager / Entrepreneur

LollyFoy Enterprise
, Nigeria
12.2011 - 02.2025
  • Company Overview: Real Estate/Business Centre
  • Led the outsourcing and development of web and digital products, enhancing company’s online presence
  • Managed digital and social media strategies, increasing customer engagement by 30%
  • Negotiated property prices and managed client relationships, driving a 20% increase in sales
  • Introduced innovative ideas to improve operational efficiency and company value
  • Developed strong leadership and ensuring timely and on-budget project delivery
  • Real Estate/Business Centre

Cashier / Sales Representative

Nandos
Hatfield, Hertfordshire
09.2008 - 10.2011
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through excellent service and upselling techniques
  • Facilitated communication between staff and managers, improving team efficiency
  • Developed strong problem-solving and communication skills

Student Ambassador

University of Hertfordshire
09.2008 - 09.2010
  • Organized and executed events, showcasing university offerings to prospective students
  • Served as a liaison between the community and the university, enhancing community engagement
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to increase student enrollment

Student Guide

HIBT
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Assisted new students in acclimating to the university environment
  • Organized orientation events, fostering a welcoming atmosphere
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills

Education

BEng. - Digital Communication and Electronics

University of Hertfordshire
09.2007 - 07.2011

Foundation Degree Programme - Science and Engineering

HIBT, University of Hertfordshire
10.2006 - 05.2007

West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Exam - O level - undefined

Alaba Lawson Royal College
Abeokuta, Ogun State
01.2003 - 07.2005

Skills

  • Product Management
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Strategic Planning
  • Technical Skills
  • Tools

HOBBIES

  • Reading books
  • Traveling
  • Playing football and table tennis
  • Watching sports programs

Certification

Certified Product Manager (CPM)

Enoverlab

Issued May 2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Calls Experts
08.2024 - 02.2025

General Manager / Entrepreneur

LollyFoy Enterprise
12.2011 - 02.2025

Cashier / Sales Representative

Nandos
09.2008 - 10.2011

Student Ambassador

University of Hertfordshire
09.2008 - 09.2010

BEng. - Digital Communication and Electronics

University of Hertfordshire
09.2007 - 07.2011

Student Guide

HIBT
01.2007 - 01.2009

Foundation Degree Programme - Science and Engineering

HIBT, University of Hertfordshire
10.2006 - 05.2007

West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Exam - O level - undefined

Alaba Lawson Royal College
01.2003 - 07.2005
Gbolahan Olumide Olanipekun