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Kenny Oluwadare

Kenny Oluwadare

FCT Abuja,FCT

Summary

Customer-oriented, strategic-thinking and meticulous sales professional with over 15 years of experience in building relationships, cultivating partnerships, retaining top accounts and growing profit channels. Multitasking and self-motivated leader with expertise on expanding network connections, introducing products, implementing pricing models, inventory control and projections, vendor relations and territory development. Effective at identifying customer needs to deliver solutions. Tactical team builder and energetic strategic planner seeking to leverage an effective background into a Business Development role with a dynamic organisation.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
23
23

Years of post-secondary education

Work History

Executive Director, Business Development

Lines & Places Nigeria
Wuse, FCT
11.2018 - Current
  • Consistently exceeded revenue targets through new account penetration and development.
  • Closed complex, lucrative deals with new customers.
  • Influenced key decision-making and established trust with stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with cross-company departments, developing new strategies to capitalise on emerging customer trends.
  • Designed strategy to win new business and maximise selling opportunities among existing clients, achieving lucrative results.
  • Grew engagement, interaction and reputation through multi-platform campaigns for outstanding levels of client satisfaction.
  • Aligned team activities towards ambitious growth plans to achieve impressive, lasting results.
  • Updated sales strategies using data to improve standard team practices.
  • Applied stakeholder management expertise to serve as primary interface between business and clients.

Business Relationship Manager

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Victoria Island, Lagos
01.2014 - 10.2018
  • Recognized as ACCA Global Top Hat Awards winner in January 2015 for sales achievements.
  • Championed new initiatives such as identifying new customer group and closing a lucrative deal leading to a lifetime agreement.
  • Consistently exceeded revenue targets across different regions through new account penetration and development of existing relationships.
  • Developed new partner relationships and actively managed multi-level relationships for existing and potential education partners.
  • Developed and managed strong relationships with education partners in building ACCA’s ecosystem in the region and delivering agreed KPIs and outcomes.
  • Generated new leads to bring in new client revenue and improve bottom-line profitability.
  • Prepared and delivered winning client proposals, business presentations and sales pitches to C-level executives.
  • Opened new accounts to augment existing customer base to meet growth targets.

Business Development Executive & Product Manager

eTranzact International Plc
Victoria Island, Lagos
05.2011 - 12.2013
  • Exceeded revenue goals by securing high-performing new accounts.
  • Introduced new strategies for public sector accounts managed such as the Bayelsa State Government IGR, leading to 2X revenue within a period of 3 months.
  • Worked as Product Manager for UBA Mobile Banking App (UMobile) implementing product ideas from conception to success.
  • Managed 12+ sales staff to deliver on UMobile development targets.
  • Communicated with United Bank of Africa (clients) and UBA account holders (customers) to understand changing market needs towards enhancing the product.
  • Devised and developed new strategies for increasing adoption of UMobile by UBA customers leading to a 300% increase in user adoption over a 6 month period.
  • Prepared and delivered winning client proposals, business presentations and sales pitches to C-level executives.
  • Carried out continuous market analysis with regards to product in view of competition (other banks) and changes in trends or market needs.
  • Projects Managed:
    o Bayelsa State IGR e-payment (Project Head)
    o NIPOST e-Payment Project (project Head)
    o UBA UMobile integration (Project Head)
    o PHCN e-Payment Project (Team member)
    o Air Nigeria International Payments. (Team member)
    o MPower Solar System Integration (Project Head)
  • Collaborated with cross-company departments, developing new strategies to capitalise on emerging customer trends.
  • Contacted and converted potential customers via telephone, email and in-person enquiries.
  • Investigated low-performing accounts and adapted strategy to support sales and retention.
  • Conducted market and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities.

International Ambassador for Nigeria

University of Liverpool
Liverpool, Merseyside
01.2010 - 02.2011
  • Responsible for initial enquiries from prospective Nigerian students for admission into the University of Liverpool.
  • Handled up to 15 new student enquiries per day, providing advice on entry requirements, fees, course structure, admissions and enrolment procedures.
  • Ensured prospective students received their offer and acceptance letters; providing assistance with regards to additional documentation to assist with visa applications if required.
  • Supported in visa application process for 30+ international students, liaising with applicants to ensure timely and accurate submission of documentation.
  • Supported prospective Nigerian students by answering questions and interpreting policies to alleviate overwhelm.
  • Contacted prospective students via email and phone calls towards converting them to closed sales.
  • Exceeded expectations in the role when I contacted my alma mater to speak with students and alumni about pursuing their Masters degree at the University of Liverpool.
  • Provided market intelligence with respect to changing trends in the Nigerian market, which led to the University adopting a strategy that resulted in increased applications.
  • Performed excellently in the role leading to the ERASMUS (European Student Exchanges) department absorbing me into their team temporarily when my contract in this role expired (a great feat for an international student).


Information Technology Officer

21st Century Technologies Limited
Victoria Island, Lagos
08.2008 - 09.2009

Network Team Member

  • Troubleshot and diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs.
  • Attended maintenance meetings to discuss developments and updates.
  • Provided technical support and advice for employees, customers or individuals requiring assistance.
  • Monitored all equipment and tools and completed projects within required timeframe.

Software Team Member

  • Determined operational feasibility of needed software by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions.
  • Participated in the design and development of software applications for company use including the company website (www.21ctl.com).
  • Tested proposed software solutions by other vendors for the company.
  • Provided information for accurate decision making by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing development and service issues.

Operating Systems Team Lead

  • Worked on the installation and maintenance of servers for the company use.

Education

Master of Science - Management

University of Liverpool
Liverpool, United Kingdom
09.2009 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Covenant University
Ogun State, Nigeria
10.2004 - 10.2008

Skills

  • Business development
  • Sales and marketing strategy
  • Business management
  • Data analysis
  • Sales leadership
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Excellent Communication
  • Leadership
  • Communication skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Team building

Languages

English
Native

Interests & Hobbies

  • Sports, especially football, basketball and tennis.
  • Swimming.
  • Travelling.

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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evening
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Quote

A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.
Jackie Robinson

Timeline

Executive Director, Business Development

Lines & Places Nigeria
11.2018 - Current

Business Relationship Manager

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
01.2014 - 10.2018

Business Development Executive & Product Manager

eTranzact International Plc
05.2011 - 12.2013

International Ambassador for Nigeria

University of Liverpool
01.2010 - 02.2011

Master of Science - Management

University of Liverpool
09.2009 - 12.2010

Information Technology Officer

21st Century Technologies Limited
08.2008 - 09.2009

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Covenant University
10.2004 - 10.2008
Kenny Oluwadare