With over two decades of diverse experience, I have cultivated deep expertise in training, logistics, and aviation management. My academic journey began at Emore Grammar School in Oleh, Delta State, and continued through Imo State University, where I earned a degree in Marketing. I advanced my education with an MBA in Human Resources Management from Lagos State University in 2005.My career started as a Training Manager from 2000 to 2004, where I specialized in staff development and organizational growth. I then transitioned to Planning and Distribution Manager at Mr. Biggs, a division of UACN, managing operations across Lagos and the Western Region. This role led to my promotion to Logistics Manager.In 2007, I entered the aviation industry as the Planning and Logistics Manager at Virgin Nigeria Airlines, where I handled global planning and distribution of inflight stock, ensuring smooth operations on international routes. My career progressed at Air Nigeria, where I served as the Inflight/Lounge Manager from 2009 to 2013, overseeing premium passenger experiences.My extensive background in these fields has equipped me with a unique perspective and a strong skill set to drive efficiency and excellence. I am passionate about using my experience to contribute to innovative solutions and strategic growth in dynamic environments.Today, as the Founder and CEO of PEGGA Ventures, I lead the sales and delivery of fresh farm produce and raw food items to both individual and corporate clients, including hotels, restaurants, and fast food outlets. We also provide catering services for all types of events and offer cooling van rental services.
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Founder And CeoPegga Ventures
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Founder & CeoPegga Ventures Aug 2013 - PresentLagos State, Nigeria• Oversee sales and delivery of fresh farm produce and raw food items to individual and corporate clients (hotels, restaurants and fast food joints).• Render catering services for all kinds of outdoor and indoor events.• Oversee the rental of cold vans
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Logistics Manager - Ground & Inflight ServicesVirgin Nigeria Airways Mar 2009 - 2013Lagos State, Nigeria• Initiated a process review on handling of on board material (blankets, headsets etc) with a significant cost saving of over ₦25m• Ensured improved inventory management knowledge for all airport managers by organizing onsite enlightenment program per station.• Established efficient stock re-distribution schedule and reduced the risk and costs associated with unnecessary stock holding.• Tracked and recovered missing equipment in the UK worth over £20,000, -
Planning And Logistics ManagerVirgin Nigeria Airways Jun 2007 - Mar 2009Lagos State, Nigeria• Reduced stock holding and handling charges in LSG SkyChefs in London Gatwick from 104 pallets to 23 pallets. • Initiated the redistribution of excess stock to other countries to reduce capital tie down• Established a data base to monitor outstation stock and reduce wastages • Identified the stock of excess wine in all the stations worth over N25m. • Developed the logistics template to determine the set of rotatable items to cover per aircraft and per flight, • Visited and held quarterly/annual meetings with catering warehouse contractors globally to strengthen and enhance the business relationship • Renegotiated on lower cost of storages and space charges at station for Inflight stock • Ensured holding. actual spent is in line with set budget.
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Logistics ManagerMr. Biggs 2005 - 2007Lagos State, Nigeria• Reduced Stock out of products and raw materials from 15% to 5% through deployment and implementation of forecasting, Ordering and Material Requirement planning templates.• Reduced Stock holding from 6 Weeks to 2 weeks to improve management of workingcapital• Deployed efficient Haulage service system that reduced distribution cost by 7%• Implemented the use of ERP distribution module to assist with accountability of distributed stock/data to all Restaurants within and outside Lagos.• Achieved an average monthly savings of N10.2m (40.9%) through direct purchase ofvegetables from farmers in Jos.• Initiated and implemented regional Logistics processes and procedures presently in use to facilitate ordering process in the restaurants.• Trained Personnel for Logistics functions, managing staff strength of 93 staff in my department. (inclusive of one logistics staff in each of the 75 restaurants)• Effectively managed stock position for 75 Mr. Biggs restaurants (Raw materials, packaging, diesel, consumables etc) to reduce stock out in the restaurant.• Reduced monthly diesel distribution cost by 18% through the introduction of direct diesel delivery to the restaurants through third party suppliers.• Initiated weekly restaurant visits to monitor stock turnover and reduce obsolete and badstock. -
Planning And Distribution ManagerMr. Biggs 2004 - 2005Lagos State, Nigeria• Implemented the use of ERP (Sage Pastel 500) distribution module application for raising automated LPO and product delivery note to the restaurants,• Negotiated and reduced vehicle maintenance cost from ₦15,000 to ₦9, 000 per serviceperiod.• Introduced outsourcing of distribution vehicles for raw/packaging materials thereby eliminating acquisition cost, depreciation, drivers salaries, vehicle maintenance cost etc. to maximize efficiency
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Training ManagerUac Foods Limited 2000 - 2004Lagos State, Nigeria• Won the Best Manager Award in UAC Foods - 2003.• Developed the first comprehensive training curriculum for the organization.• Established proficiency rating for each position and designed training programs to bridge identified training gaps• Developed Job Analysis for new positions and ensured staff recruitment is competence-based.• Got a rebate of about ₦6.3m from ITF to cover training expenses.
Grace Adame Education Details
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Human Resources Management -
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Resource Management
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Nigerian College Of AdministrationBusiness Administration -
Emore Grammar School, OlehHigh School/Secondary Diplomas And Certificates
Frequently Asked Questions about Grace Adame
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Grace Adame works for Pegga Ventures
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Grace Adame's current role is Founder and CEO.
What schools did Grace Adame attend?
Grace Adame attended Lagos State University, Imo State University, Lagos State University, Nigerian College Of Administration, Emore Grammar School, Oleh.
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