Omozefe Avboraye
Abuja,Nigeria
Summary
With over 20 years of distinguished experience across commercial and mortgage banking as well as private financial institutions, I have a proven track record of driving strategic growth, business development, and market expansion. My expertise lies in forging and nurturing high-value business relationships, steering dynamic marketing initiatives, and leading high-performing teams to exceed organizational objectives. Adept at identifying market opportunities and developing innovative solutions, I have consistently delivered sustainable results in highly competitive environments.
Known for my strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and commitment to operational excellence, I excel at navigating complex challenges and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. My strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, combined with a self-motivated and results-driven approach, make me a valuable asset in propelling organizations toward lasting success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
NEW FRONTIER DEVELOPMENT LIMITED
Ministers Hills , Abuja
01.2025 - Current
- Organic funding of N4.2billion for NFD housing project.
- Interface with corporate finance to create finance models for various transactions.
- Raised N500million for the Dei-Dei international market project.
- Seed capital of N201 million for the Guzape market project.
- Branding of NFD and its subsidiaries.
- Unlock other income from the NFD /Jaiz bank shops
Executive director / Board Member
Centrum Finance
Wuse 2 , Abuja
02.2024 - Current
- As Head of the Audit Committee, I ensure the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of the company’s financial statements.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the company’s internal controls and risk management systems.
- Monitor and ensure the company’s compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to financial reporting, corporate governance, and ethical standards.
- Oversee the work of both internal and external auditors.
- As a member of the credit committee, I review and authorize major loans, credit lines, and other significant credit exposures to ensure they align with the company’s risk appetite and credit policy.
- Monitor and evaluate the company’s credit risk management frameworks, ensuring effective identification, assessment, and mitigation of credit risks across the portfolio
- .Regularly review the health and performance of the credit portfolio, including concentration risks, non-performing loans, and sectoral exposures, and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
- Ensure all credit activities and approvals comply with internal policies, external regulations, and industry best practices
- Negotiated high-value contracts for maximised profitability.
Regional director
20" HOTEL" ( Blue Atlantic Hospitality Limited).
Sultan Close, Kaduna, Nigeria
01.2024 - 01.2026
- 8 years of loss-making turned around in 9 months to profit.
- Grew revenue by 180% within 16 months.
- Increase occupancy from 35% to 98%.
- Renovated the half -hectare property without finance cost.
- Rekindled and optimized business relationship with NNDC.
- Signed MOU with top government agencies.
- The organization broke even in less than 2 years with profit 2024 and 2025.
- Tracked and reported on KPIs, investigating variances and developing solutions to address bottlenecks or constraints.
- Oversaw talent acquisition efforts for building a high-performing team.
- Spearheaded regional strategies, enhancing brand visibility.
- Analysed financial data to track and achieve budget targets.
- Organised financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning.
- Planned revenue generation strategies designed for growth.
Group Head, Business Development
NEW FRONTIER DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED
Ministers Hills , Abuja-Fct
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Financial services for the Coral City project with the Edo State government.
- Fundraising of N25 billion for the Coral City project in Edo State.
- Branding of the Coral City Project for the government.
- Sales of the assets within the 20 hectares of property belonging to the state.
- Unlocking the revenue of the Utako Motor Park Project of N15billion
- Collaborating with other departments to ensure seamless execution of business development initiatives
- Monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators and business development metrics
- Staying updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure the group remains competitive
- Participation in the African International House Show (AIHS).
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
Branch Manager
ASO SAVINGS & LOANS PLC
Abuja
05.2013 - 07.2018
- Turned 5years of loss-making into profit by recovering lost loans in the Wuse Market branch.
- Manage Customer Relationship- high net worth individuals, Blue chip companies, NGOs, and government parastatals
- MOU with Immigration on a 340-unit turnkey housing project for staff.
- Risk Asset Creation and Management
- Stabilize the area 8 branch from continuous loss to profit making and grew the balance sheet by one billion, three hundred and forty million naira (#1,340,000,000.00)
- This was achieved by working with my team strictly on lost loan accounts that will impact on our profit line instantly and on doubtful classified loan accounts that would give the branch fifty percent (50%) profit from total loan exposure upon repayment
- Fee income from the sales of 76 properties, of which 16 were distress properties
- Structured Joint venture (JV)transactions which earned the branch fees
- Organised presentations with government parastatals (Pencom, Immigration, BOI) to go into partnership in meeting housing need for staff
- Boost interest income directly by booking retail mortgages, and installment restructured payment plans.
- Garki branch revenue growth by 50%.
- The NPL (Non-performing loans %) percentage has reduced tremendously from 69% to 15%.
- 787 dormant accounts reduced to 108, and the reactivated accounts increased transactions with the Bank.
- Booked over 10 overdraft facilities for SMEs (Small Medium Enterprise) for different tenures (3months; 6months and 12months)
- Sold 15 properties and booked 7 retail mortgages
- High improvement on customer service delivery from Security officers to other staff of the branch we have received good feedback from customers.
- Oversaw all aspects of branch management, including sales, revenue and policy enforcement.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and professionally to maintain satisfaction.
- Facilitated smooth running of branch operations by verifying consistent compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Performed monthly and quarterly employee performance appraisals.
- Evaluated staff and customer feedback to improve branch operations.
Business Development Manager
CONVERGED DYNAMICS CAPITAL SERVICES LTD (CDCSL)
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Raise foreign loans at one-digit interest rate to augment diverse businesses for clients.
- Worked with the team at Credit Suisse Bank UK and FCMB UK to structure monies for clients to the tone of $85,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00
- Interface with first-tier Nigeria Banks on behalf of clients for guarantees suitable to process their various transactions
- Interface with NMRC on behalf of cooperatives of MDAs for housing mortgage refinancing.
- Structured and secured investors for the Judges cooperative housing project at SabonLugbe.
- Generate business leads and financing small & medium enterprise (SMEs)
- Provide financial advisory services to clients.
- Creating project schedules that take into account all stages of the plan & establishing deadlines to submit to client.
- Structuring finance for clients from diverse backgrounds
- Debt management and recovery
- Providing solutions to financial institutions and business complexities.
- Observing project's milestone, following all stages to its strategy & design
- Co-ordinate weekly meeting to evaluate goals, progress & effective plans.
- Secured new business opportunities by cultivating strong relationships with potential clients.
Head of Marketing
ZENITH BANK PLC
Benin City
04.2007 - 01.2009
- Introduced 102 new businesses to the Bank
- Improved existing customer relationships and expanded balance sheet by #750,000,000.00
- Processing Letter of credit (LC) and Bank guarantee (BG) and Bonds, earned fees of #125,000,000.00
- Booking of short and long term loans, also supervising progress of projects
- Marketing the bank products and services
- Sorting and managing contingent liability transactions APG, Bid bonds etc
- Fee base income transactions for the bank such as joint ventures
- Resolving customer complaints and exceeding their expectations
- Focus on customers retention and expansion
- Booking fix deposits
- Developing product paper for the Bank on ring road.
- Conducted market research and analysis to identify emerging opportunities and maintain competitive market edge.
- Negotiated contracts with clients, influencers, and ambassadors, resulting in mutually favourable partnerships and increased growth.
- Identified new customer segments and target audiences to expand reach.
- Delivered top-quality marketing strategy and consultative services with consistently high client satisfaction scores.
Business Customer Executive
GREEN LANTERN 35 LTD
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
03.2006 - 01.2007
- Processing mortgage applications and ensuring all relevant documentations are received and verified
- Monitoring housing market trends
- Developing business from new/existing client
- Process the purchase of low price government houses, refurbish and re-mortgage
- Enhancing relationships with the branch network and key introducers
- Identifying opportunities to closing sales and obtain purchasing commitment from clients
- Building relationships with clients and lenders to ensure the very highest standards are met
- Assessing customers' needs and providing appropriate and accurate information allowing the customer to make an informed decision on home purchase
- Understanding the needs of each potential customer and identifying the best solution in line with company's processes and procedures
- Logging in financial information using the finance software
- Administrative work which includes clients data organization.
Customer Service Officer / EA
ZENITH BANK PLC
Victoria Island, Lagos State
02.2003 - 01.2006
- Opening of different types of account for customers
- Logging in of cheques confirmations and cheques cancellation
- Marketing the bank products and displaying pop messages
- Giving out opening accounts information and account opening packs
- Resolving of complaints
- Giving out account balance, account activities of customers
- Processing of referrals on various accounts
- Account re-activation and closing of accounts
- Cheque requisition and issuance of cheque books
- Resolving internal and external queries
- Filing and archiving of customers files.
- Responded to customer queries and provided excellent customer service.
- Resolved customer complaints following guidelines and referred complex inquiries to team leaders.
- Responded to customer requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support.
- Recorded and processed customer data accurately.
- Maintained working knowledge of available products and services.
- Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
- Liaised between customers and internal departments to address and resolve customer service concerns.
- Handled in-person, email and mailed correspondence.
- Provided professional and helpful support to new and existing clients.
- Listened actively to offer accurate information and best solution to their needs.
- Applied best practices to comply with customer service procedures.
- Obtained feedback from customers to improve service experience.
- Participated in meetings to discuss goals and sales target.
Cash & Teller Operations / NYSC
PRUDENT BANK PLC
Ware-house road, Apapa, Lagos State
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Acceptance of cash deposits and processing of cash
- Acceptance and processing of internal and external cheques
- Checking status of customers accounts and payments to customers
- Using account details to review status, due dates, number of days late, and dispute amount
- Follow up of queries on customer's accounts and posting of cash
- End of day cash / account balance.
- Processed cash deposits and withdrawals for customers.
- Assisted customers with questions about products, services and terms.
- Balanced daily cash deposits and vault inventory with [Number]% accuracy rate.
- Reconciled accounts and cash drawers for discrepancy-free recordkeeping.
- Followed up with customers to build long-lasting relationships and boost business opportunities.
- Solved customer issues and disputes using accurate banking information and policies, maintaining loyalty and satisfaction.
Education
MBA - Fintech And Blockchain
Nexford University
11.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
University of Benin
Edo State 01.1996 - 04.2000
West Africa School Certificate - WAEC
Idia College College
Benin City 01.1989 - 04.1995
Management Acceleration Program (MAP)
Lagos Business School
Lagos 10.2016 - 11.2017
Certification - Corporate Governance
Lagos Business School LBS
Lagos State 11.2025 - 11.2025
Certification - Financial Analysis
Nexford University
Washington DC, America 06.2024 - 07.2024
Skills
- Strategic thinking and vision
- Leadership and team management
- Financial acumen
- Relationship Building and Stakeholder Management
- Risk Management
- Negotiation and Communication
- Analytical and Problem-solving
- Resourcefulness
- Public Relations
- Decision Making
- Market insight and customer orientation
- Hospitality
- Regulatory and Compliance
Certification
Management Acceleration Program (MAP) From Lagos Business School (LBS)
Corporate Governance From Lagos Business School ( LBS)
Financial Analysis From Nexford University
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Hobbies and interest
Networking, Tennis, Travelling, learning new things
Accomplishments
- Outstanding Performance and Dedication Award
- Best Customer Service Award
- Hospitality Award
Timeline
Certification - Corporate Governance
Lagos Business School LBS
11.2025 - 11.2025
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
NEW FRONTIER DEVELOPMENT LIMITED
01.2025 - Current
Certification - Financial Analysis
Nexford University
06.2024 - 07.2024
Executive director / Board Member
Centrum Finance
02.2024 - Current
Regional director
20" HOTEL" ( Blue Atlantic Hospitality Limited).
01.2024 - 01.2026
MBA - Fintech And Blockchain
Nexford University
11.2023 - 08.2024
Group Head, Business Development
NEW FRONTIER DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED
01.2021 - 12.2024
Management Acceleration Program (MAP)
Lagos Business School
10.2016 - 11.2017
Branch Manager
ASO SAVINGS & LOANS PLC
05.2013 - 07.2018
Business Development Manager
CONVERGED DYNAMICS CAPITAL SERVICES LTD (CDCSL)
01.2010 - 01.2013
Head of Marketing
ZENITH BANK PLC
04.2007 - 01.2009
Business Customer Executive
GREEN LANTERN 35 LTD
03.2006 - 01.2007
Customer Service Officer / EA
ZENITH BANK PLC
02.2003 - 01.2006
Cash & Teller Operations / NYSC
PRUDENT BANK PLC
01.2002 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
University of Benin
01.1996 - 04.2000
West Africa School Certificate - WAEC
Idia College College
01.1989 - 04.1995