Rerhe Idonije
Lagos
Summary
Seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in IT services management, application support, trade facilitation, and business development. Holds a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Benin, Nigeria, and began a career in IT before transitioning into trade and market development.
As Principal Consultant of RERNCO, drives sustainable growth for businesses through market entry strategy, research, and public relations, with an emphasis on social enterprise and impact investing. Co-founded Sports Bridge International Foundation, focusing on sports and social inclusion, particularly grassroots squash development.
Educational background includes an MBA in International Business and Sustainable Development from Maastricht School of Business and Economics and a certification in Innovation Management from RWTH Aachen University. Also certified as a squash referee by World Squash Officiating.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
RERNCO MULTI-SOLUTIONS LIMITED
10.2020 - Current
- Led RERNCO as the Media and PR management company for Global Alliance for Youth, a consortium of five major organisations: Sterling One Foundation, Nestlé Nigeria, Big Bottling Company, Jobberman Nigeria, and the United Nations Global Compact.
- Spearheaded an initiative aimed at empowering 250,000 young Nigerians by equipping them with employability and entrepreneurial skills, driving gainful employment and economic growth.
- Co-facilitated a high-impact trade mission in 2022 in collaboration with the Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Lagos.
- Organized and coordinated a delegation of senior government officials and private sector executives from Financial Services, Agribusiness, and Renewable Energy sectors to the Netherlands, facilitating bilateral trade, knowledge exchange, and strategic partnerships.
- Strengthened RERNCO’s role as a bridge between Nigerian enterprises and international markets through strategic partnerships and high-level trade discussions.
SENIOR CONSULTANT
BUSINESSDAY MEDIA
09.2021 - Current
- Facilitated the partnership and MoU signing between Business Day Media and FOODLOG in the Netherlands, establishing a strategic alliance that resulted in a 40% increase in cross-border collaborations.
- Fostered Public-Private Partnerships and trade discussions, contributing to a 35% growth in business engagements and expanding Business Day Media’s international presence.
- Marketed Business Day Media’s media support services, securing 25 new international partnerships and increasing media support engagements by 30%.
- Positioned Business Day Media as the market intelligence partner, leading to a 50% rise in inquiries from international companies interested in investing in Nigeria.
- Led market intelligence and trade partnership discussions for Embassies, Multinationals, and Chambers of Commerce, enhancing trade relations and increasing partnership opportunities by 20%.
GM, DIGITAL SUBSCRIPTIONS & PARTNERSHIPS
BUSINESSDAY MEDIA
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Designed and executed strategies with the Editorial and Research team, elevating the company’s position as a top provider of business, financial, and management intelligence, resulting in a 50% increase in global platform engagement.
- Empowered over 200 executive and senior managers across public and private sectors with actionable insights, enhancing their ability to navigate Nigerian and global markets and leading to a 35% improvement in strategic decision-making.
- Provided strategic guidance that improved business decision-making, contributing to a 40% increase in market preparedness and long-term planning effectiveness for clients.
REGIONAL MARKETING ADVISOR EMEA & APAC
ROYAL SMILDE FOODS
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Developed market intelligence reports on prioritized export markets, analyzing size, growth potential, and existing export streams, leading to a 25% increase in targeted market entries and a 15% growth in export revenue.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of local marketing strategies for EMEA and APAC regions, resulting in a 20% boost in market penetration and a 30% increase in regional sales.
- Generated new business ideas through independent scouting, adding 15+ new business opportunities to the pipeline and expanding market reach by 25%.
- Co-created a comprehensive market plan for EMEA and APAC, including an implementation roadmap that achieved 90% of project milestones on time and within budget, driving a 40% increase in market engagement.
MARKET ENTRY ADVISOR (INTERNSHIP)
SCELTA BV
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Conducted field market research to analyze the West African food services and processing market, forming the basis for product and market entry strategies.
- Developed tailored strategies to enable seamless product entry into the West African market, facilitating partnerships with key supply-chain stakeholders in Nigeria.
- Established new buying centers, securing partnerships with over 50 restaurants, supermarkets, and food processing companies in Nigeria.
HEAD, CONFERENCES, PROJECTS AND PARTNERSHIPS
BUSINESSDAY MEDIA LIMITED
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Directed strategic focus for Business Day conferences, addressing economic challenges and attracting over 500 business leaders, executives, and policymakers.
- Led sales negotiations, securing long-term, profitable business deals worth $2M in annual sponsorship and grants.
- Championed broadband penetration advocacy in Nigeria, resulting in Federal government awarding Infraco licenses for broadband infrastructure deployment across six geopolitical zones.
- Initiated and cultivated strategic relationships with chambers of commerce, international agencies, and embassies, delivering thought leadership and knowledge-sharing sessions on economic growth and policy reforms across Agribusiness, Financial Services, Tech, and Health sectors
Sales and Marketing Manager
MACTAY GROUP
12.2013 - 12.2015
- Led the implementation of a new CRM system, increasing lead conversion rates by 30% and boosting sales team productivity by 25%.
- Created and executed a data analysis framework that identified market trends, resulting in a 40% increase in annual sales revenue through targeted marketing campaigns.
- Directed the deployment of a sales automation platform, reducing sales cycle time by 20% and enhancing client acquisition by 35%
ASSISTANT IT SERVICES COORDINATOR
BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO
09.2010 - 12.2013
- Conducted network assessments and assisted in optimizing infrastructure by deploying routers, switches, and cabling for improved performance.
- Monitored and analyzed network performance post-upgrade, ensuring expected benchmarks were achieved and troubleshooting issues with senior IT staff.
- Configured and deployed an IT support ticketing system, streamlining support requests, and providing first-line user support and training.
- Analyzed ticketing system data to identify recurring IT issues and recommended process improvements to enhance support efficiency.
- Assisted in planning and executing Office 365 migration, providing user support during the transition and conducting training on new features for increased productivity.
Education
MBA - International Business And Sustainable Development
Maastricht School of Management
Netherlands09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Benin
Nigeria10.2009
Senior Management Programme - Post Graduate Degree
Lagos Business School, Pan Atlantic University
Nigeria07.2018
Skills
- Market Entry Advisory
- Project management
- International Trade Relations
- Events Management
- Profit & Revenue optimization
- Digital Transformation
- Strategic Planning
- New Market Development
- International Business
- CRM Management
- Software Implementation
- Business Development
Certification
- Scrum Studies (Scrum Fundamentals, Certified, 2020)
- Innovation Management EQF, LEVEL 7 (RWTH Aachen University, Germany, 2019)
- Agile Fundamentals (Maastricht School of Management, Netherlands, 2019)
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Camping
- Squash
- Lawn Tennis
- Traveling
Timeline
SENIOR CONSULTANT
BUSINESSDAY MEDIA
09.2021 - Current
GM, DIGITAL SUBSCRIPTIONS & PARTNERSHIPS
BUSINESSDAY MEDIA
01.2021 - 07.2021
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
RERNCO MULTI-SOLUTIONS LIMITED
10.2020 - Current
REGIONAL MARKETING ADVISOR EMEA & APAC
ROYAL SMILDE FOODS
03.2020 - 05.2020
MARKET ENTRY ADVISOR (INTERNSHIP)
SCELTA BV
01.2019 - 10.2019
HEAD, CONFERENCES, PROJECTS AND PARTNERSHIPS
BUSINESSDAY MEDIA LIMITED
01.2015 - 01.2018
Sales and Marketing Manager
MACTAY GROUP
12.2013 - 12.2015
ASSISTANT IT SERVICES COORDINATOR
BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO
09.2010 - 12.2013
MBA - International Business And Sustainable Development
Maastricht School of Management
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Benin
Senior Management Programme - Post Graduate Degree
Lagos Business School, Pan Atlantic University
- Scrum Studies (Scrum Fundamentals, Certified, 2020)
- Innovation Management EQF, LEVEL 7 (RWTH Aachen University, Germany, 2019)
- Agile Fundamentals (Maastricht School of Management, Netherlands, 2019)
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