Akeem Deborah Omolara

Dynamic Business Development Manager with a proven track record at Career Buddy, excelling in partnership development and market research. Adept at leading teams and enhancing sales performance through effective training. Strong communicator with expertise in project management and a commitment to driving results in competitive environments.

• Innovation and Entrepreneurship Workshop, University of Port Harcourt, World Bank Africa Centre of Excellence in Oilfield Chemicals Research (ACE-CEFOR), 04/2024
• Certificate in Project Management, Customer Relationship Management, Health Safety and Environment 1,2, and 3, Human Resource Management and Employability Training, and ICT Essentials, Sansvid-M International, Abuja, 04/2022
• Certificate of Commendation, Nasarawa State University, 04/2022
• Certificate of Academic Excellence, Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology, 02/2020

• Professor Love A. Akonye, Professor/Lecturer, University of Port Harcourt, Love.akonye@uniport.edu.ng, 08033427604
• DC Ogunfeye Biodun Olatunji, Deputy Comptroller, Nigerian Agricultural Quarantine Service, abeeytunji@gmail.com, 08166596127

• Reading
• Traveling
• Meeting People

• English
• Yoruba

• Joy Super Stores, Woji Town Hall, Port Harcourt, Rivers, Sales / Customer Care Representative, 01/2024 - Present, Identified potential customers and generated leads through various channels such as cold calling, networking, and online research, consistently exceeding the monthly sales target., Have a deep understanding of the products or services offered by the store to communicate their features and benefits to potential customers effectively., Interacted with 100+ customers in a professional and friendly manner daily to understand their needs and provide solutions that boosted customer satisfaction scores and repeat purchases., Negotiate terms and pricing with customers and work towards closing sales deals., Maintain accurate records of sales activities, track progress against targets, and provide regular reports that inform management decisions., Communicate effectively with customers to gather information, provide updates, and ensure they are informed about the status of their inquiries.
• Nigerian Agricultural Quarantine Service, Nigeria Port Authority, Area 1, Port Harcourt, Graduate Internship, 01/2023 - 12/2024, Participated in the inspection of agricultural products entering or leaving the country and completed the initial training program with a solid understanding of agricultural quarantine principles, procedures, and regulations., Learned to identify potential threats, such as pests, diseases, or contaminants in agricultural goods, and contributed to the identification and prevention of potential threats to agriculture., Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of documentation related to quarantine activities to ensure proper and efficient documentation., Participated in planning and executing emergency response measures during a pest or disease outbreak.
• National Youth Service: Plant Science and Biotechnology Department, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa, Graduate/Admin Assistant, 01/2021 - 12/2022, Led discussion sessions for undergraduate courses, graded assignments, provided constructive feedback to students, and held regular office hours to assist students with course material., Collaborated with faculty on research projects, conducted literature reviews, and synthesized research findings., Provided academic support to undergraduate students., Mentored students on academic and career development., Ensured a fair and secure testing environment during exams., Monitored and supervised students during examination periods., Assisted in departmental administrative tasks by managing schedules, organizing meetings, and handling correspondence.