H.C. GEORGES OWUSU-SAFO
Brampton,ON
Summary
Result-Oriented, Conscientious, Efficient with twenty years' experience in the service-oriented industry and two years in the product cycle. Have Extensive insight in Sales and Marketing, Advertising, Customer Service, PR, Administration, Human Resource Management, Stores Management and Events Management coupled with good negotiation skills, and able to incite action to build mutually beneficial relationships.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Rok FM 98.7
Takoradi
01.2015 - Current
- Fully accountable and responsible for overall growth and survival of the radio station, relatively position the station's brand to be the most listening and leading radio station in the Western & Central Regions of Ghana, which invariably cushions the radio station to generate enough revenue on monthly bases
- Responsible for designing the station's programs' content and ensuring the training and professionalism of presenters
- Hold full responsibility for all sales, marketing, customer service, advertising and communication matters
- Able to increase listenership and viewership traffic by 50% through innovative introduction of live streaming of programmes on social media handles like Facebook, X and online radio through the station's website.
Marketing Manager
Rok FM 98.7
Takoradi, Ghana
10.2004 - 12.2014
- In charge of all Sales/Marketing and Advertising activities coupled with oversight responsibility of Customer Service and Events
- Train new staff on the job
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities for growth.
Marketing Manager
Kyzz FM 89.7
Takoradi, Ghana
11.2003 - 10.2004
- Took full responsibility for Sales and Marketing activities, Supervised Customer Service, handled PR and Events programmes.
- Worked with management team to oversee and monitor marketing strategy.
- Prepared and sent proposals to prospective clients.
Stores Officer
Busy Brains Footwear and General Goods
Takoradi, Ghana, SK
10.2002 - 10.2003
- Taken Inventory and Ensured Delivery of Items to Customers.
- Organised storage of goods in the storeroom according to their nature and size.
Sales Attendant
Caroville's Communication and Business Center
Tarkwa, Ghana
05.2000 - 08.2001
- Served Customers with sold Items and kept Stock and Records in the Sales Book.
- Assisted customers in selecting items that best fit their needs.
Broadcast Journalist
University Campus -Dynamite FM 88.9
Tarkwa, Ghana
04.1998 - 04.2000
- Broadcasting of specific radio programmes as per scheduled.
- Researched and developed story ideas for on-campus broadcast news.
Education
Ontario Graduate Certificate (Post Graduate) in Human Resources Management -
Canadore College @ Stanford, Brampton-Ontario
08.2024
Master's degree (MBA) Marketing in the Digital Age -
Cass European Institute of Management Studies (Luxemburg) through Ghana Communication Technology University
09.2017
Bachelor's degree in business administration (BBA): Marketing -
University of Ghana through Methodist University
10.2013
Advanced Diploma: Sales & Marketing Management -
12.2007
Diploma Level 2: Sales & Marketing Management -
12.2007
Diploma Level 1: Sales & Marketing Management -
12.2007
Diploma: Public Relations & Salesmanship -
Institute of Export & Shipping Management (IESM)-Ghana
12.2003
Certificate: Drilling & Related Studies (Survey & Geology) etc -
University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) Tarkwa, Ghana
07.1998
General Certificate Examination (G.C.E O'LEVEL) -
Saint John's High School, Sekondi-Takoradi-Ghana
06.1994
Single Subject Diploma: Business Management & Administration -
Institute of Commercial Management (ICM-UK)
Single Subject Diploma: Human Resource Management -
Institute of Commercial Management (ICM-UK)
Single Subject Diploma: Public Relations -
Institute of Commercial Management (ICM-UK)
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Detailed oriented
- Excellent Communicator
- Team player and genial
- Radio broadcasting console
- Quick learner
- Proactive and innovative leader
- Excellent networking and negotiation skills
Certifications And Achievements
- 02/01/2024, Workplace Hazard Material Information System (WHMIS), Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development's Training Module, Ontario
- 01/01/2024, Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness in 5 Steps, Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development's Training Module, Ontario
- 01/01/2024, Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps, Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development's Training Module, Ontario
- 08/01/2018, Honorary Doctorate Degree: leadership and Humanity, Riches Bible College & Clergy Council in Conjunction with Riches Theological University College Worldwide Ecumenical Accreditation Network, U.S.A.
International Travel Experience
- Togo
- Kenya
- Dubai
- Singapore
- Turkey
References
Readily Available upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
Reading, learning new Ideas, driving, Listening to Hymnals and Reggae Music, hosting some Radio Talk shows and Viewing Television Progammes on Political Economy
Timeline
General Manager
Rok FM 98.7
01.2015 - Current
Marketing Manager
Rok FM 98.7
10.2004 - 12.2014
Marketing Manager
Kyzz FM 89.7
11.2003 - 10.2004
Stores Officer
Busy Brains Footwear and General Goods
10.2002 - 10.2003
Sales Attendant
Caroville's Communication and Business Center
05.2000 - 08.2001
Broadcast Journalist
University Campus -Dynamite FM 88.9
04.1998 - 04.2000
Ontario Graduate Certificate (Post Graduate) in Human Resources Management -
Canadore College @ Stanford, Brampton-Ontario
Master's degree (MBA) Marketing in the Digital Age -
Cass European Institute of Management Studies (Luxemburg) through Ghana Communication Technology University
Bachelor's degree in business administration (BBA): Marketing -
University of Ghana through Methodist University
Advanced Diploma: Sales & Marketing Management -
Diploma Level 2: Sales & Marketing Management -
Diploma Level 1: Sales & Marketing Management -
Diploma: Public Relations & Salesmanship -
Institute of Export & Shipping Management (IESM)-Ghana
Certificate: Drilling & Related Studies (Survey & Geology) etc -
University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) Tarkwa, Ghana
General Certificate Examination (G.C.E O'LEVEL) -
Saint John's High School, Sekondi-Takoradi-Ghana
Single Subject Diploma: Business Management & Administration -
Institute of Commercial Management (ICM-UK)
Single Subject Diploma: Human Resource Management -
Institute of Commercial Management (ICM-UK)
Single Subject Diploma: Public Relations -
Institute of Commercial Management (ICM-UK)
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