Samuel Idowu
4, Ogo-Oluwa Str, Off Nurudeen Shobajo Str, Elepe, Off Ijede Road, Ikorodu, Lagos
Summary
A persistently innovative personality, eager to lead and profitably grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management, team leadership with collaborative and relentless work ethic.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CEO
Hidoor Solutions
07.2001 - Current
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations to allow for cost saving
- Managed partnerships and establishing new strategic business relationships (i.e: products suppliers & contractors) by negotiating win-win contract terms and amicably handling conflicts.
- Setup key operational initiatives to drive to create appreciable business growth & profitability
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners, relevant govt agencies and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
Electrical Engineer
Solarium Limited
09.1998 - 06.2001
- Hands-on installation & maintenance procedures on new/existing solar power installations for Rural Telephony
- Inspect completed installations to observe operations and verify conformance to the design and equipment supplier's specifications.
- Successfully implement the engineering design, procurement & installation of multiple projects
- Participation in the presentation of proposed solar products/systems to clients and new system modifications to improve quality and efficiency of installed systems
- Ensured safety compliance through regular audits, new staff trainings, and adherence to safety regulations inline with industry standards
- Drawing up reports of nationwide site visitations and proffering workable recommendations
NYSC Youth Corper (Graduate Electrical Trainee)
Lamnex International Ventures Limited
06.1997 - 05.1998
- Assist in the material selection & procurement process
- Hands-on training and working on solar energy products/system installation
- Coordinating suppliers for prompt materials deliveries and reducing project delays.
- Properly inventorying tools and materials to site.
- Expedited project completion times through effective communication & supervision of sub-contractors
- Adaptability to working in various environments such as residential homes, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines during all tasks.
- Proposing energy efficiency by recommending appropriate upgrades or improvements for clients'' electrical systems.
Education
HND - Electrical (Power & Machine) Engineering Tech
Kwara State Polytechnic
Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria05.1996
Skills
- Effective Decision Making
- TQM Adherence
- Customer Focus
- Good Time management
- Innovative & problem solving abilities
- Sound business idea conceptualization & implementation abilities
Certification
Certified Institute of Warehousing and Materials Management
Associate Member
Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)
Fully Registered Engineering Technologist (R.00365ET)
Additional Information
- Conceptualization of solar power solutions for existing gasoline dispensers
- Conceptualization of affordable solar energy to power conventional AC water pumps for residential & agricultural use
- Conceptualization of the standalone solar powered mini-grid electrical power supplies for C&I applications
- Conversion of installed handpump borehole to Dual-Water pumping systems for community development, sanitation, agriculture programmes (i.e. handpump+solar)
- Conceptualization of the standalone solar powered mini gasoline dispensers for rural communities fuel needs
- Appreciation of hydrogen gas in a Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) chambers as storage device for for future electric supply applications but currently used in UAV like drones etc
- In working relationship with BERNT LORENTZ GmbH (https://www.lorentzenergy.com, https://www.lorentz.de)
- In working representation of Ningbo JiLu Leader Drive Technologies Co., Ltd (http://www.jilupumps.com)
- Traveled to China (Shenzhen, Dongguan & Beijing) on OEM/ODM Products Development & Lorentz Solar Pump Training in 2003
- Yearly attendance at the 'West African Clean Energy & Environment' fairs & conference sponsored by German AHK
- Extensive travels throughout the federation of Nigeria on solar energy related projects implementations
- Full member of the prestigious Ijebu-Ode Club, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State (https://ijebuodeclub.org/)
- Affiliate Membership with the Nigeria-German Chambers of Commerce (NGCC)
- Entrepreneurship trainings with FATE Foundations and GIZ
- Proficiency in Ms Office (i.e.: word, excel, power point)
- Excellent English language communication skill
REFERENCES
Mr. Busola Sojinrin
Asst Comptroller
Nigeria Immigration Service
Alagbon Close, Ikoyi, Lagos State
Tel: +234-803-333-7768
Mr. Babatunde Musiliu Asanike (FCA)
Musiliu Asanike & Co (Chartered Accountants)
1, Agidi road, Alapere Ketu, Lagos State
Tel: +234-802-315-7889
Accomplishments
Successfully conceptualize and developed:
i. Safe health disease prevention solutions
ii. Conversion of installed handpump borehole to Dual-Water pumping systems for community development, sanitation, agricultural programmes (i.e. handpump+solar)
iii. Standalone solar powered mini gasoline dispensers for rural communities fuel needs
Work Availability
monday
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thursday
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sunday
morning
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Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programs401k matchAffiliations
- Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)
- Institute of Warehousing and Materials Management
Software
Microsoft Office
Interests
Clean energy deployment for safer society
Timeline
CEO
Hidoor Solutions
07.2001 - Current
Electrical Engineer
Solarium Limited
09.1998 - 06.2001
NYSC Youth Corper (Graduate Electrical Trainee)
Lamnex International Ventures Limited
06.1997 - 05.1998
HND - Electrical (Power & Machine) Engineering Tech
Kwara State Polytechnic
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