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An Executive, Development Consultant, Executive Coach, Human Resources Generalist and Real Estate Entrepreneur with over 24 years of experience and demonstrated ability to develop and strengthen teams to achieve business growth and optimal performance in industries spanning Retail, Technology, Government, Management Consulting and Real Estate Development. In real estate, has built high-performing, collaborative project teams that consistently deliver exceptional ROI in residential and commercial property development projects, successfully delivering more than fifteen of such real estate projects across different geographical regions, and most recently growing two real estate start-ups into thriving enterprises, generating $2.5 million and $4.6 million in revenue respectively within the first 18 months.In development consulting has worked on multiple international development projects, to design and implement effective stakeholder engagement strategies, capacity-building programs and innovative training frameworks that have built strong partnerships with government agencies, private sector organisations, and communities. Also, a certified John Maxwell Coach, Myers-Briggs (MBTI) Coach, and a graduate of Harvard Kennedy School's Leadership Program, providing transformational leadership coaching, executive coaching and business mentoring services to select enterprise and individual clientele across various industries and countries. Personal philosophy: Success = focused dedication + strategic thinking + commitment to people.
Dobash Realty
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Managing DirectorDobash Realty Jan 2019 - PresentLagos, NigeriaSenior Executive with a proven track record of transforming concepts into profitable ventures. Proficient at identifying prime development locations, assembling high-performance teams, navigating approvals, and establishing construction processes and schedules that deliver superior quality profitable projects. 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Demonstrated competence in assessing and analysing information to determine the best locations for property development. Experience includes developing comprehensive construction budgets that maximise return on investment and manage cash flow effectively.𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 / 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Successfully initiated, developed and sold a multifamily six-unit development valued at circa $2 million through a strong personal guarantee and commitment to international best practices. Currently developing an apartment block conservatively valued at $500k, with two other residential projects under consideration.𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Proven experience in sourcing, negotiating, engaging, and supervising a diverse team of architects, engineers (structural, civil), and sub-contractors ensuring strict compliance with international best practices in design, work methodology, work tools, timeliness, and health & safety standards. 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Deployment of sales generation strategies that consistently secure off-plan purchase commitment from buyers.Overall, I bring a combination of strategic thinking, effective leadership, and hands-on experience in real estate development, making me a valuable asset in driving business growth and achieving optimal performance in the real estate sector.
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Principal ConsultantBrains And Skills Jan 2019 - PresentLagos State, Nigeria𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀Years of management experience and coaching skills are combined to provide strategic coaching, mentorship, and support to senior executives, business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. My services are curated to be growth-oriented, value-adding and sustainable success attaining. Key responsibilities include:• Designing and facilitating individualised coaching sessions with senior executives to enhance leadership abilities, boost personal productivity, and create actionable plans using various coaching methodologies.• Working with organisations to develop leadership skills and the managerial mindset of select employees to drive business growth and engender bringing out the best in themselves and their people.• Providing personalised coaching and mentoring sessions to business owners, entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs. Sessions focus on discussing ideas, developing/refining essential skills, addressing business challenges and conducting strategy development sessions to tackle specific challenges.
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Lead ConsultantBrains And Skills Mar 2020 - Jan 2024Lagos State, Nigeria𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀Engaged as a Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Development Consultant on Future Cities Nigeria, an FCDO-funded Cities programme for Nigeria to provide support to the transport and urban development in the Commercial Capital and adjoining State. The Programme focused on improving transportation and capacity building, urban planning & renewal and inland water transport in the states. Also worked in the same capacity on the UKNIAF funded Transaction Advisory support to a State Government for the progression of a full Bus Mass Transit Scheme and the design of the organisational structure for a proposed Transport Authority and Project Office in the State Ministry of Transportation.Worked collaboratively with technical teams on the projects with the following core responsibilities 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 & 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Led stakeholder engagement that involved proactively considering the needs and desires of all identified stakeholders. Fostered connections through meetings and interactions, developing needed trust and confidence, that engendered contributions to and buy-in for the projects. Collated and analysed public feedback and reported the findings.𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Designed the Organisational structure for a proposed State Transport Authority and Project Office as part of the implementation of the defined Ministry of Transport’s institutional development plan. Also worked on the Institutional strengthening of the State Ministry of Transport to support the successful launch of the Transport Authority and Project Office.𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Conceptualised, developed and facilitated L&D programs. courses and events on the FCN programme. 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝘀 – Led capacity building for the State Ministry of Transportation.
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Chairman Of The BoardMerciport Group Aug 2020 - Feb 2024Lagos State, NigeriaAs the founding Board Chairman, I dedicated my tenure to steering the company towards strategic growth and business expansion through stringent oversight and insistence on the highest standards of corporate governance. I provided strategic oversight and leadership to the Board of Directors while maintaining a personal commitment to the principles of integrity and accountability. Committed to the Company's long-term success, my priority was to provide clear direction, ensure transparent governance, and foster an environment where innovation, continuous development, learning and knowledge acquisition were acculturated.• Constructively challenged the status quo and called for the introduction of appropriate policies to strengthen company performance and market position through innovation, technology, and new products/services.• Ensured that the company’s goals were clearly defined with attendant strategies for their achievement.• Evaluated the performance of Management in achieving and reporting on agreed goals and objectives.• Tracked the performance of Management in proactive business development.• Ensured integrity of financial reporting and conformity with regulatory requirements.• Upheld integrity and probity that the company adhered to high standards of ethics and corporate behaviour. • Instituted the receipt of detailed information sufficiently in advance of Board meetings. -
Managing DirectorRehoboth Homes & Developments Limited Jul 2014 - Dec 2018Lagos, NigeriaProactive Executive with extensive experience in all facets of the construction project development lifecycle and with a strong emphasis on business growth and operational efficiency. Led Rehoboth from a startup to a $2.5 million revenue-generating enterprise within 15 months. Focused on strategic business analysis and planning; financial analysis, team building, stakeholder management and other aspects of residential real estate development including acquisition due diligence, site selection, design and construction. Responsible for and managed the daily operations including people, budgeting, business development, capital generation and project financing.• Led major residential and government projects overseeing the full project lifecycle from conceptualisation to construction and was responsible for finance structuring, and stakeholder management.• Identified and closed $4.6 million in business opportunities, achieving 30% YOY growth. • Secured $2 million in project financing, consistently exceeding ROI expectations. • Built trust with clients that generated significant referrals and repeat business.• Authored the organisational development plan and training manuals; provided training on safety, best work methodologies, and client engagement & management.• Recruited, trained, and supervised a mixed project team of 50, ensuring timely project delivery and adherence to global best practices.
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Managing ConsultantValue Endowment Company Jun 2007 - Jun 2014Lagos State, NigeriaManagement Consultant with demonstrated success in organisational transformation, driving business growth, optimising operational efficiency, and cultivating strong client relationships. Expertise in crafting and executing strategic plans, HR transformation, organisational change initiatives, HR outsourcing models and optimising business performance. Built and led high-performing teams to achieve exceptional results. 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Developed the HR Outsourcing business model and led the development and implementation of bespoke applications and portals that became the revenue mainstay for the company and grew revenue by over 2000% within the first three years.𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Managed and delivered 15+ major projects covering organisational transformation, Human Resources Recruitment & Management, Organisation Enculturation & Acculturation and Talent Development for major corporates and multinationals including a publicly quoted manufacturing entity, a national broadcasting company, a national asset management organisation etc with staff strength ranging from 300 to over 1000.𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Established processes and introduced technologies to improve operational excellence and productivity resulting in increased productivity by over 500% and job satisfaction by 75% in four years. This enhanced our company’s image as highly professional and competent.𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆: Designed innovative solutions that helped clients establish competitive advantage, stimulate sales, drive business growth and enhance customer relationships. Built the consultancy business’ credibility, value and offerings through the creation and promotion of novel ideas, provocative new solutions and ground-breaking intellectual capital that opened the door to new engagements.
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Special Assistant To The Presidential AdviserThe Presidency, Federal Government Of Nigeria Jun 2003 - May 2007Abuja, NigeriaDeputy Director to the Presidential Adviser/CEO of the National Export Promotion Agency providing executive support and responsible for a range of highly confidential duties including liaising with counterpart staff of Country Governments, International Donor Agencies, Government Officials, Private Sector Executives, and senior management team. Conducted background research and prepared for high-level external meetings; managed and coordinated office-wide projects; reviewed, assessed and improved workflow and processes; exercised initiative and independent judgment to maximise the Presidential Adviser/CEO’s time and effectiveness.𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Organisational re-engineering of the Agency into a streamlined, efficient, quasi-private export trade advocacy and promotion organisation. Managed a team of consultant staff and in-house employees to achieve set objectives. 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: Led the team responsible for securing the African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) Certification for Nigeria, within a year of assumption of office. This involved the review, domestication & presentation of trade laws/bills to the National Assembly. AGOA is a United States Trade Act, that enhances duty-free market access for Oil and Non-oil products. Got nominated and sponsored by the US State Department for the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) – their premier professional exchange program for current and emerging foreign leaders.𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 & 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Established and maintained good working relationships with officials of the United States Trade Representative’s office, the Nigerian Government, the National Assembly and private sector stakeholders. This network of contacts in relevant stakeholder organisations provided advice, support and feedback essential to obtaining the Category 9 certification and successful conduct of the first AGOA Roadshow for would-be exporters to the USA.
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Business Development ManagerDigicom Solutions Feb 1999 - Jan 2001
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