David Bassey
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Managing Director at Cordiant Resources Limited
Location: Lekki, Lagos State, Nigeria 9 work roles 6 schools
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Cordiant Resources Limited
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Managing Director
Location
Lekki, Lagos State, Nigeria

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David Bassey is listed as Managing Director at Cordiant Resources Limited, based in Lekki, Lagos State, Nigeria. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for David Bassey.

David Bassey previously worked as Executive Director at Cordiant Resources Limited and DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER (DGM) at Zenith Bank Plc. David Bassey holds Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Management (Concentration In Finance). from Walden University.

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About David Bassey

A dedicated chartered accountant with several years in banking industry and a background in Management. I have strong leadership skills and an ability to effectively work as part of a team or on own initiative while maintaining high levels of accuracy. Seeking opportunities in an environment where I can apply my skills.• Strong international financing experience demonstrated in my ability to arrange, negotiate and conclude significant funding from China Exim Bank and China Export & Credit Insurance Corporation (SINOSURE) for private companies in Nigeria. • Excellent relationship management with 23 years banking experience in prospecting, converting, assets creation, and managing credit customers in the industry. • Areas of strength and special focus are technology and telecommunication, oil and gas, commercial conglomerates banking, and regional management.• Excellent performance as a mandated led arranger for project and corporate financing for MTN Nigeria, Airtel, and 9mobile with the participation of over $1.5 billion.• Excellent bank zonal management experience which entails providing oversight functions for nine branches with 143 employees, chair zonal credit committee, monitor and review loan facilities, responsible for the development of new business and portfolio management, accountable for the growth of the balance sheet, and profit and loss of the zone. Also, coordinate and maintain relationships with relevant group managers in the bank across functional lines to address clients’ needs. • Exhibits high proficiency in creating and management of retail outlets by creating 45 branches for Cordiant Resources Limited within two years of establishing the business. Main focus of the company which has over 4,000 customer base is providing funding to the retail informal individual that are not able to attract funding from conventional banks.• Oxford trained negotiator- Said Business School, University of Oxford.• JPM Morgan Chase’s corporate finance training skills is an added advantage to my ability to manage world-class financial institution.• Participant in Telecommunications Finance Forum (Africa & Middle East) Dubai and Mobile World Congress (GSMA Mobile 360) Barcelona, Spain.• Fellow of Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria (ICAN) and a Ph.D. degree in management with a concentration in Finance from Minneapolis USA, among others.

Listed skills include Negotiation, Management, Networking, Corporate Finance, and 2 others.

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Cordiant Resources Limited
Cordiant Resources Limited
Managing Director
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Managing Director

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Cordiant Resources Limited

Lekki, Lagos State, Nigeria

Managing Director/ CEOCordiant Resources limited, Lekki LagosVersatile and result-oriented Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in finance and compliance with industry regulations. Excellent written and Communication skills to deliver engaging, informative and well-organized… Show more Managing Director/ CEOCordiant Resources limited, Lekki LagosVersatile and result-oriented Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in finance and compliance with industry regulations. Excellent written and Communication skills to deliver engaging, informative and well-organized presentation as a consultant.• Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.• As a retail financing company, we have established 46 branches across five states Lagos, Benue, Akwa Ibom, Nasarawa, and Abuja with over 10,500 retail customers,• Providing strategic, financial and operational leadership for the company leading to 90 percent of the customers enjoying credit facilities• Identified new markets and opportunities for growth or improvement in existing markets and provided strategic direction• Drove bottom-line results through rigorous financial analysis, cost containment measures, and efficient capital deployment strategies.• Implemented robust financial controls and reporting systems, ensuring accurate forecasting and budget management which led to introduction of Loan Disk financial software.• Managed risk effectively by instituting comprehensive mitigation strategies across the organization’s credit operations leading to less than 2% Non-performing loans (NPL).• Implemented innovative technologies and systems to enhance productivity within organization• Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations, standards, and best practices in industry• Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings. Show less

Sep 2019 - Present

Managing Director

Cordiant Resources Limited

Suite 355/356 Hpf Eastline Shopping Complex, Lekki Epe Expressway, Lekki, Lagos

Executive Director

Cordiant Resources Limited

Suite 355/356, Hfp Eastline Shopping Complex, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lekki, Lagos

Deputy General Manager (Dgm)

Lagos, Nigeria

RESPONSIBILITIES AS DGM/ZONAL HEAD, ISOLO ZONE OF ZENITH BANK 2018 TO DATE1. RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING STRATEGIC DIRECTION AND OVERSEEING THE NINE(9) BRANCHES OF THE BANK IN THE ZONE. 2. DIRECTING AND DRIVING BUSINESS FOCUS IN THE ZONE.3. OVERSEEING, MOTIVATING, AND COORDINATING THE 500 STAFF IN THE ZONE TO ACHIEVE THE SET TARGET. RESPONSIBILITIES AS GROUP HEAD TELECOMMUNICATION GROUP 2004-20171. RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING STRATEGIC CONTEXT AND… Show more RESPONSIBILITIES AS DGM/ZONAL HEAD, ISOLO ZONE OF ZENITH BANK 2018 TO DATE1. RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING STRATEGIC DIRECTION AND OVERSEEING THE NINE(9) BRANCHES OF THE BANK IN THE ZONE. 2. DIRECTING AND DRIVING BUSINESS FOCUS IN THE ZONE.3. OVERSEEING, MOTIVATING, AND COORDINATING THE 500 STAFF IN THE ZONE TO ACHIEVE THE SET TARGET. RESPONSIBILITIES AS GROUP HEAD TELECOMMUNICATION GROUP 2004-20171. RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING STRATEGIC CONTEXT AND BUSINESSDEVELOPMENT CAPABILITIES TO DRIVE A DISTINCTIVE AND CONSISTENT BUSINESS MODEL TO MANAGE THE TELECOMMUNICATION SECTOR.2. RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING LEADERSHIP TO THE TELECOMM TEAM.3. DEVELOPING AND DRIVING THE BANK’S STRATEGY INCLUDING DEVELOPING OF SUBORDINATE IN THE GROUP TO ACHIVE SET OBJECTIVE.4. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPECTING OF NEW BUSINESSES WITH EMPHASIS ON TELECOMMUNICATION SECTOR.5. RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT WITH TOTAL RISK ASSET PORTFOLIO OF $1BILLION.6. STRUCTURING AND MANAGING OF SYNDICATED FACILITIES. Show less

Jan 2018 - Aug 2019

Deputy Manager Commercial & Conglomerate Group.

Zenith Bank Plc

Lagos, Nigeria

RESPONSIBILITIES1. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPECTING 2. MARKETING, CREDIT AND RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Jan 2002 - Sep 2003

Senior Assistant Manager Oil & Gas Group

Zenith Bank Plc

Lagos Nigeria

RESPONSIBILITIES1. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPECTING 2. CREDIT AND RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT WITH FOCUS ON OIL & GAS INDUSTRY

Apr 1998 - Jan 2002

Assistant Banking Officer Energy Group

Nigeria – American Merchant Bank Limited (Nambl)

Onikan, Lagos, Nigeria

RESPONSIBILITIES:1. PREPARATION OF CREDIT/ REPORT 2. LOAN REVIEW COMMENTS3. INVESTMENT APPRAISAL;4. IDENTIFYING & DEVELOPING BANKABLE PROSPECTS, AND5. MARKETING OFTHE BANK PRODUCTS/SERVICES.

Nov 1995 - Mar 1998

Management Accountant

Sterling Product Nig. Plc.

Ilupeju Industrial Estate.

ACCOUNTANT: RESPONSIBILITIES1. CO-ORDINATION/PREPARATION OF ANNUAL/LONG TERM BUDGET2. PREPARATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.3. PROVIDE FINANCIAL/ COSTING INFORMATION TO SUPPORT PLANT MANAGEMENT.4. FIXED ASSET MANAGEMENT.5. MANAGEMENT OF TAX AND TAX ADVISORY SERVICE. 6. REVIEW OF BALANCE SHEET SUB –LEDGER

Jul 1993 - Nov 1995
6 education records

David Bassey education

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Management (Concentration In Finance).

Dissertation focus: Corporate Governance Implementation in the Nigerian Banking Industry.

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.), Accounting, Second Class Lower (2.2)

Activities and Societies: FINANCE DIRECTOR ACCOUNTING STUDENT ASSOCIATION UNICAL. CHAIRMAN DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE (1990) OF AIESEC. AIESEC.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing

MASTER THESIS: THE RELEVANCE OF MARKETING MIX IN THE UTILIZATION OF MARKETING STRATEGY (A CASE STUDY OF NATIONAL OIL AND CHEMICAL.

Fellow Chartered Accountant (Fca)

The Institute Of Chartered Accountants Of Nigeria (Ican)

Qualified as Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) June 1994.

Honorary Senior Members Of The Institute

The Chartered Institute Of Bankers Of Nigeria

Admitted as a members in November, 2012

Fellow Of The Chartered Institute Of Taxation Of Nigeria., Taxation

The Chartered Institute Of Taxation Of Nigeria

Admitted as a Fellow of the Institute in November, 2013.

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David Bassey works for Cordiant Resources Limited.

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David Bassey is listed as Managing Director at Cordiant Resources Limited.

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David Bassey is based in Lekki, Lagos State, Nigeria while working with Cordiant Resources Limited.

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David Bassey has worked for Cordiant Resources Limited, Zenith Bank Plc, Nigeria – American Merchant Bank Limited (Nambl), and Sterling Product Nig. Plc..

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David Bassey holds Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Management (Concentration In Finance). from Walden University.

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David Bassey is listed with skills including Negotiation, Management, Networking, Corporate Finance, Financial Structuring, and Microsoft Excel.

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