Elijah Maina Email and Phone Number

With extensive knowledge and experience in Branding and Marketing, it has been a pleasure to help startups through the KIEP-SKIES Program (August - November 2024), empowering them to navigate complex market landscapes. I’ve worked closely with startups to guide them through key aspects of their growth journey, focusing on Market Research, Customer Development, Customer Discovery, Competitor Analysis, and Go-To-Market Strategy.💼 My focus includes:1. Providing strategic insights for market research2. Assisting in understanding customer needs3. Conducting competitor analysis4. Helping craft effective go-to-market strategies5. Supporting the development of marketing plans to ensure business growthI am passionate about working with startups, helping them accelerate their business success and achieve their goals. Let's connect to explore how I can support your growth and strategic planning!

As a dedicated brand consultant for ISACA Kenya Chapter, I specialize in creating cohesive and visually compelling graphic designs that enhance the organization’s brand identity and communications. My role involves developing high-quality creative assets for various purposes, including:𝟭. 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆: Crafting distinctive graphic designs that reflect the core values and vision of ISACA Kenya Chapter, ensuring consistent visual branding across all platforms.𝟮. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹: Designing brochures, flyers, and promotional materials to boost marketing efforts and support sales strategies.𝟯. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Developing visually engaging reports, newsletters, and presentations to clearly communicate data and organizational updates to stakeholders.𝟰. 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀: Creating professional event booklets, banners, and digital content to enhance the branding and experience of ISACA Kenya's events.I focus on delivering innovative, impactful designs that drive brand awareness and support the organization's goals across all communication channels.

I am responsible for developing comprehensive and visually engaging Quarterly Newsletters and Annual Reports for the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Kenya. My role involves:1. Designing and curating content that effectively communicates key updates, insights, and achievements to the institute's members and stakeholders.2. Ensuring the newsletters and reports align with IIA Kenya's branding and professional standards, while providing clear, informative, and engaging narratives.3. Collaborating closely with the team to highlight critical milestones, data analysis, and thought leadership pieces in a well-organized, visually appealing format.My goal is to enhance member engagement and transparency by delivering high-quality publications that support IIA Kenya's mission and strategic goals.

As a brand consultant for Ushindi Empowerment Group, I contribute to the development and promotion of several impactful programs, including the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Kenya, Sauti Kenya, Ekonnect, and Tunawiri. My key responsibilities include:𝟭. 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: Designing and implementing branding strategies for each program, ensuring that their unique missions and values are effectively communicated and visually represented.𝟮. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Creating engaging marketing materials and communications that highlight the objectives and successes of each program, driving awareness and participation.𝟯. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Collaborating with program leaders and community partners to promote initiatives and foster relationships that enhance program visibility and impact.𝟰. 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀: Designing and executing strategic campaigns tailored to each program, ensuring alignment with Ushindi Empowerment Group’s overall mission of empowering women and youth.My focus is on elevating the visibility and effectiveness of each program, supporting the organization’s goal of driving social change and economic empowerment within the community.

In my role as a trainer for the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Kenya Program, I have been dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs by providing essential skills and knowledge in Branding, Digital Marketing, and Social Media Marketing. My training approach focuses on practical, actionable insights that enable participants to effectively position their brands and leverage digital platforms to reach their target audiences.Key Responsibilities:1. Developed and delivered training modules on branding strategies tailored to women entrepreneurs.2. Guided participants in creating impactful digital marketing campaigns to enhance their online presence.3. Provided expertise on utilizing social media effectively to engage customers and build community.4. Fostered a supportive learning environment that encourages collaboration and networking among participants.Through this program, I am committed to supporting women in their entrepreneurial journeys, helping them build successful and sustainable businesses.

As a brand consultant for AWAK, I bring creative expertise in graphic design, enhancing the organization's visual identity and communication. My responsibilities include:𝟭. 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆: Developing consistent and impactful graphic designs that resonate with AWAK's mission and core values.𝟮. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹: Creating brochures, flyers, and digital materials to support AWAK's marketing initiatives and outreach efforts.𝟯. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Designing professional newsletters, reports, and communications to clearly present AWAK’s achievements and updates to members and stakeholders.𝟰. 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: Crafting event booklets, banners, and digital content that enhance the visibility and branding of AWAK's events.I focus on delivering high-quality, visually engaging designs that align with AWAK's objectives and effectively communicate its brand to a broad audience.

As the Brand Manager for the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Kenya, I am responsible for the strategic positioning and identification of the brand in the market. My key responsibilities include:𝟭. 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Crafting and implementing comprehensive brand strategies that align with the organization's mission and objectives, ensuring a strong and recognizable presence in the community.𝟮. 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Overseeing the development and maintenance of the brand’s visual and verbal identity, ensuring consistency across all platforms and communications.Market Positioning: Conducting market research and analysis to identify opportunities for brand growth and enhancement, ensuring the Academy remains relevant and appealing to its target audience.𝟯. 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Designing and executing marketing campaigns that effectively promote the Academy’s programs, initiatives, and events, driving engagement and awareness.𝟰. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to foster partnerships and community connections that support brand objectives.My focus is on elevating the brand’s presence, promoting its values, and supporting the empowerment of women entrepreneurs in Kenya through effective brand management.

In my role as a brand consultant for Dale Carnegie Kenya, I played a key role in launching and positioning their Kenyan franchise. My responsibilities included:𝟭. 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Designing a cohesive brand identity that effectively communicated the essence of Dale Carnegie's values and mission in the Kenyan market.𝟮. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀: Creating impactful marketing collateral, including brochures, flyers, and digital assets, to support the franchise's launch and ongoing promotional activities.𝟯. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆: Collaborating with the team to develop a comprehensive marketing strategy, ensuring alignment with the franchise's goals and objectives while effectively reaching the target audience.𝟰. 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻: Contributing to the planning and execution of the launch campaign, ensuring a strong presence and positive reception in the local market.My focus was on delivering high-quality creative solutions that positioned Dale Carnegie Kenya for success and facilitated a strong connection with its audience.