Anthony Edem Adoglin
Frederick,MD
Summary
Business development and operations leader with a background in project finance, sales operations, logistics, and commercial management across Africa and the United States. Leads cross-functional teams, builds strategic partnerships, manages government and stakeholder relations, and supports revenue growth, funding, and operational performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Fastruk Logistics LLC
Glen Burnie, Maryland
03.2025 - Current
- Managed people and resources by supervising teams, organizing shifts, and assigning vehicles, equipment, and warehouse space to optimize operations.
- Tracked on-time delivery, order accuracy, and cost per shipment to identify bottlenecks and improve operational efficiency.
- Monitored operating costs, delivery performance, accuracy, and customer service to support service quality.
- Collaborated with customers, carriers, suppliers, and internal teams to resolve disruptions and ensure continuous flow of goods.
- Supported daily operations by coordinating warehousing, transportation, order fulfillment, and deliveries.
- Supported safety and compliance by following workplace-safety rules and transport, storage, and handling requirements.
Logistics & Administrative Officer
Littleway Business Solutions
Columbia, MD
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Managed logistics operations, transportation scheduling, inventory controls, and administrative support functions to ensure seamless daily operations.
- Supervised transportation personnel and administrative staff, ensuring compliance with operational standards and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Coordinated vendor relationships and transportation providers, facilitating timely delivery of goods and services to meet customer expectations.
- Implement process improvements that enhance logistics performance and customer service.
- Utilize Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to track inventory and improve supply chain visibility.
- Prepare operational reports, maintain compliance documentation, and support audits.
Business Development & Project Finance Manager
Samsung C&T Corporation
Accra, Accra
09.2019 - 03.2023
- Spearheaded business development and project finance activities for healthcare, education, and infrastructure projects with a combined portfolio exceeding $446 million.
- Developed financing strategies and investment proposals that secured partnerships with governments, development banks, and international funding partners.
- Successfully secured $30 million in mobilization funding for the Cancer & Radiology Centre Project in Côte d'Ivoire.
- Obtained an additional $7 million in funding for Hospital Information Systems supporting the Garoua General Hospital Project in Cameroon.
- Led negotiations involving public-private partnerships (PPP), development financing, and loan facilities.
- Built strategic partnerships with ministries and financial institutions, enhancing collaboration with engineering firms and multinational stakeholders.
- Coordinated stakeholder engagement across multiple countries, aligning investors, government agencies, and project sponsors to drive project success.
- Monitored project performance and prepared executive-level reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
- Major Projects:
- Regional Maritime University Rehabilitation Project Ghana ($150M)
- University of Environment and Sustainable Development Ghana ($120M)
- Cancer & Radiology Centre Côte d'Ivoire ($92M)
- Garoua General Hospital Cameroon ($54M)
- COVID-19 Medical Equipment Support Project Ghana ($30M)
Sales Operations Manager
Vlisco Group
Accra, Accra
12.2012 - 05.2019
- Managed sales operations and financial reporting, ensuring accurate revenue tracking, sales reconciliation, expense monitoring, and performance analysis.
- Increased sales performance by approximately 32% through strategic market expansion initiatives and operational improvements.
- Directed sales operations and commercial performance across 32 retail locations in 7 African countries.
- Managed multi-million-dollar sales portfolios, operating budgets, profitability targets, and commission programs.
- Prepared and analyzed sales, revenue, expense and performance reports for management.
- Developed KPI dashboards and executive reporting tools that improved visibility into sales performance.
- Led, trained, and developed a workforce of more than 100 employees, including regional managers and store leadership teams.
- Collaborated with accounting and finance teams on billing, payments, reporting, and resolving account discrepancies.
- Partnered with marketing, finance, HR, merchandising, and operations teams to support business growth.
- Directed retail expansion projects, overseeing store openings, merchandising initiatives, and enhancements to customer experience.
- Used Excel and CRM/ business management systems to organize financial data and produce management reports.
Retail Sales Manager
Vlisco Group
Accra, Accra
09.2008 - 11.2012
- Managed multi-store retail operations, enhancing customer experience programs across locations.
- Managed profitability and operational efficiency, driving growth for assigned business units.
- Oversaw hiring, training, and coaching, conducting performance evaluations to develop team capabilities.
- Directed merchandising, inventory planning, and promotional campaigns.
Accounts & Operations Officer
Trampafric Marine Ltd
Tema
07.2007 - 08.2008
- Oversaw supply chain operations, vessel logistics, warehouse coordination, and vendor relationships to ensure seamless operational flow.
- Prepared financial reports and reconciled operational transactions.
- Coordinated port services and vessel support operations while managing supplier performance activities to enhance service delivery.
Education
MBA - Marketing
University of Professional Studies
Accra, Ghana06-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Geography and French
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana06-2007
Associate of Arts - French Language
Universit D'Abomey-Calavi
Republic of Benin05-2006
Associate of Arts - French Language And Literature
CEBELAE
France03-2006
Skills
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Logistics Management
- Inventory Management
- Logistics Strategy
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Strategic partnerships
- P&L Management
- Project Finance
- Accounting and Financial Operations
- Team Leadership
- Customer Relationship Management
Personal Information
- Title: Sales Operations | Business Development | Strategic Partnerships | Project Finance
- Visa Status: Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
Languages
- Fluent in English and French.
- Fluent in English and French
EXECUTIVE HIGHLIGHTS
- Managed and supported project portfolios exceeding $446 million.
- Secured more than $37 million in project financing and supplemental funding.
- Increased sales performance by 32% across operations spanning 7 countries in Africa.
- Directed operations for 32 retail locations and over 120 direct employees.
- Extensive experience working with governments, development banks, multinational corporations, and private sector stakeholders. Extensive experience in Business Accounting and Finance Operations
- Fluent in English and French.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
- International Project Finance
- Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Development
- Government & Stakeholder Relations
- Infrastructure & Healthcare Project Development
- Business Expansion Strategy
- Cross-Cultural Leadership
Timeline
Operations Manager
Fastruk Logistics LLC
03.2025 - Current
Logistics & Administrative Officer
Littleway Business Solutions
02.2024 - 02.2025
Business Development & Project Finance Manager
Samsung C&T Corporation
09.2019 - 03.2023
Sales Operations Manager
Vlisco Group
12.2012 - 05.2019
Retail Sales Manager
Vlisco Group
09.2008 - 11.2012
Accounts & Operations Officer
Trampafric Marine Ltd
07.2007 - 08.2008
MBA - Marketing
University of Professional Studies
Bachelor of Arts - Geography and French
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Associate of Arts - French Language
Universit D'Abomey-Calavi
Associate of Arts - French Language And Literature
CEBELAE