Halimot Folaranmi-Kadri
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Versatile, value driven and goal-oriented professional, with a rich background in sales & marketing, people management, customer service, Linguistics, Education, Entertainment, Volunteering 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
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and Lead Performer
Ajishopechanter Culturetainment
01.2016 - Current
- Lead a troupe of six to perform various Yoruba oral genres, including two drummers, a backup singer, and three dancers.
- Organize events and coordinate performances.
- Oversaw financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
- Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating dynamic performance techniques and innovative stage presence.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant
Fayetteville State University-North Carolina, US
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Taught Yoruba language and culture to Undergraduate Students.
- Enhanced cultural awareness among students by introducing authentic materials, such as literature, music, films, and current events from Nigeria.
- Assisted the Professor in managing students and curating educational slides for the class.
- Organized Language and culture tables for the University.
- Organized tutorial classes for the students.
- Served as a cultural ambassador to the entire University.
- Improved students'' oral and written communication skills through interactive language exercises and group projects.
- Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs and preferences, ensuring optimal learning outcomes for diverse learners.
- Provided constructive feedback on student performance, both verbally and in writing, enabling them to make continuous progress in their language studies.
- Utilized various teaching techniques such as role-playing, storytelling, and group discussions to create engaging classroom experiences that catered to different learning styles.
Volunteer Teacher for students with disability
St Anne's Secondary School for the Disabled-Ibadan
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Responsible for teaching Yoruba and English Languages to visually impaired students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Sparked imagination by helping children discover new things each day
- Supervised children of various ages on playground and field trips.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Customer Service Representative
FKS Trading & Supply Coy Limited-Lagos
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service and support.
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Handled high volume customer calls, emails and provides technical support to customers.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Updated account information to maintain customer records.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
- Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
Initiator and Team Lead
The Hug Foundation-Nigeria
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Organized an intellectual disability awareness campaign with other volunteers in rural areas of Oyo state, Nigeria.
- Offered free personality and intellectual disorder tests, in collaboration with a Psychologist.
- Provided free therapy to children diagnosed with personality and intellectual disorder.
- Developed a therapy action plan for monitoring and following up on the diagnosed children.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to the Foundation's values at all times.
- Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
Class Teacher
St. Anne's Secondary School-Ibadan
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Responsible for teaching Yoruba and English to high school students.
- Prepared students for school leaving examinations (WASSCE, NECO, and JAMB).
- Developed lesson notes and delivered lessons based on the school's curriculum.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering a sense of community within the classroom.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world problem-solving exercises.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs and ensuring mastery of concepts.
- Implemented assessment strategies that accurately measured student understanding, guiding data-driven instruction for improved outcomes.
Sales Representative
The Lead Brand Activation Agency-Ibadan
02.2017 - 02.2020
- Developed and implemented sales strategies that increased brand visibility and sales for McDowell's and Smirnoff.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Executed successful brand activation campaigns, including events, promotions, and in-store activities resulting in customer engagement.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
- Conducted market research and analysis to understand consumer behavior and preferences, providing actionable insights for campaign development.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Collaborated with marketing, creative, and logistics teams to ensure seamless execution of brand activation efforts
Education
MBA - Leadership And Supply Chain Management
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB08.2026
No Degree - Entrepreneurial Studies And Communication
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, North Carolina, USA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics And African Languages
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria02.2020
Skills
Team Leadership
Strategic Thinking
Marketing
B2B Sales
Customer Service
Customer Relationship Management
Strategic Business Planning
Entrepreneurial and Innovative
Client Engagement
Negotiation
Problem-solving skills
Visionary leadership
Effective communication
Creative and Adaptive
Feasibility Studies
Media Relations
Social Media Promotion
Brand Management
Bilingual/Linguist
Teaching
Compassionate and empathetic
Classroom Management
Student-Centered Instruction
Time management
Graphic Design
Logo creation
Accomplishments
- Achieved high sales by introducing conducting a feasibility study and market research for a start-up honey business in Nigeria.
Additional Information
- SCHOLARSHIP WON
- Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program, August 2023 - May, 2024.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Yoruba
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Awards
- Award of Appreciation, Early Childhood and Educational Foundations Students Association University of Ibadan, 02/2020
- Certificate of Appreciation, Student Media Personalities Nigeria, University of Ibadan, 07/2019
Timeline
Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant
Fayetteville State University-North Carolina, US
08.2023 - 05.2024
Customer Service Representative
FKS Trading & Supply Coy Limited-Lagos
09.2022 - 07.2023
Volunteer Teacher for students with disability
St Anne's Secondary School for the Disabled-Ibadan
06.2022 - 03.2024
Initiator and Team Lead
The Hug Foundation-Nigeria
04.2022 - 10.2022
Class Teacher
St. Anne's Secondary School-Ibadan
09.2021 - 09.2022
Sales Representative
The Lead Brand Activation Agency-Ibadan
02.2017 - 02.2020
Founder and Lead Performer
Ajishopechanter Culturetainment
01.2016 - Current
MBA - Leadership And Supply Chain Management
University of Manitoba
No Degree - Entrepreneurial Studies And Communication
Fayetteville State University
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics And African Languages
University of Ibadan
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