Gideon Atewologun
Business Development and Sales
Calgary,Alberta
When there is a will there is a way!
Summary
Goal-oriented manager with distinguished experience in the hospitality, transportation and energy industries and proven leadership abilities. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Committed to streamlining procedures while optimizing employee talent.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development and Sales Manager
Inaccess Networks Single Member SA
09.2021 - Current
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
Country Head
Lapomik Energy
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Devised promotional and advertising plans to enhance product positioning and global brand marketing development.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
C. Fleet Manager
Mbonny Technical Services, Genesis
09.2013 - 03.2018
- Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
- Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
- Maintained accurate driver information for delivery scheduling.
- Increased regulatory compliance by monitoring vehicles to verify adherence to operational, state and federal requirements.
Internal Auditor
Mbonny Technical Services
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Produced audit reports.
- Recommended new methods to improve internal controls and operating efficiency.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthrough for compliance with documented processes.
- Prepared and distributed risk and audit reports to appropriate personnel.
- Guided departments in developing remediation plans based on audit findings and recommendations.
- Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
- Evaluated company's policies to determine how well standards adhered to best practices.
E. Sales and Service Supervisor
Genesis Group
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Organized and coordinate training sessions to strengthen employee skills, increasing employee retention
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
- Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
- Walked through department multiple times each shift to evaluate and correct issues such as cleaning and stock replenishment needs.
- Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
- Developed and nurtured lasting relationships with clients through dedicated assistance, issue resolution and active listening.
- Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
- Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Business Administration And Management
12.2014
Ordinary National Diploma - Business Studies
12.2008
Skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Fast Learner
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Communication Skills
- MS Office
- Creativity and Innovation
- Decision Making
- Database Management
- Active Listening
- Self-Motivated
- Planning and Coordination
- Knowledgeable in User Interface/ User
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Written Communication
Certification
Certification of participation in Personal development for personnel Improvement. . Certification of Participation in Solar and Inverter Installation and maintenance . Certification of Participation in Project Management . Certification of Participation in Energy Audit for Buildings . SCADA System development services . Certification of Participation in Product Management
Reading, Learning and Coaching
I love knowledge acquisition and sharing.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Business Development and Sales Manager - Inaccess Networks Single Member SA
09.2021 - Current
Country Head - Lapomik Energy
01.2019 - 08.2021
C. Fleet Manager - Mbonny Technical Services, Genesis
09.2013 - 03.2018
Internal Auditor - Mbonny Technical Services
01.2010 - 02.2012
E. Sales and Service Supervisor - Genesis Group
01.2007 - 01.2010
Anambra State Polytechnic Oko - Higher National Diploma, Business Administration And Management
Akwa-Ibom State Polytechnic - Ordinary National Diploma, Business Studies
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