Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Using an interdisciplinary approach research investigates the implementation of recycling and circular economy in developing countries.
Hi, I’m
Ayodeji Akeju
Solid Waste Management and Recycling
Saint Albans,NY
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
5
Certification
Work History
QUEENS ALLIANCE INCNew York, NY
Graduate Research Assistant
05.2020 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Compiled and synthesized data to identify larger trends and research patterns impacting the area of study - Southeast Queens neighborhoods
- Produced reports on the effects of air and noise pollution before and during COVID-19 on communities in proximity to airports
- Organized and implemented community forums and summits on project findings
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Contributed to professionally-written scientific papers for publication
- Contributed to research and data analysis within Environmental impacts and justice landscape
- Gathered, reviewed, and summarized literature from scientific journals such as SciFinder and PubMed and produced graphs and other scientific calculations using MS Excel
Connect Rail Services LimitedLagos, Nigeria
Recycling Business Development Advisor
08.2019 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Served as a technical consultant on solid waste policies and regulations for regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
- Conducted Site Inspection Assessment on three proposed operational hubs and surrounding communities
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
CONNECT RAIL SERVICES LTDLagos, Nigeria
Business Sustainability Analyst
09.2015 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Played prominent player in developing and implementing Nigeria's first inland-waterway freight of solid waste and other cargoes
- Identified and tracked emerging opportunities in solid waste management and Recycling
- Negotiated contracts and closed sales with new and existing clients
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing them for resolution
- Researched, analyzed, and projected market data for potential markets
- Applied core knowledge to effectively communicate sensitive or technical information while adhering to regulatory guidelines.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects
Wecyclers CorporationLagos, Nigeria
Operations and HSE Officer
02.2014 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Served as subject matter expert (SME) on environmental regulations and policies
- Recruited, hired, and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development, and continuing education to employees
- Prepared and implemented health and safety plans to protect employees and materials for construction projects
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations
- Formulated and implemented long-range plans for environmental programs
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans
Education
Antioch University New EnglandKeene, NH
Ph.D. from Environmental Studies
09.2024
University Overview
Antioch UniversityKeene, NH
M.D. from Environmental Studies
05.2021
University Overview
Research focus on the Recycling economy and waste Valorization, Informal ecosystem, and Sustainability
- National Recycling Coalition - Murray J. Fox Scholarship Recipient
- Relevant Coursework: Curricular Practical Training
- Research Project: Let's Talk Trash: Human Social Resource
Glasgow Caledonian UniversityUnited Kingdom
Master of Science - MS from Energy And Environmental Management
09.2013
University Overview
Energy and Built Environment Management.
Global Positioning System (GPS)
Environmental Impact Assessment
- Professional Development: Chattered Institute of Water Management
- Dissertation: Environmental Pollution Law and Justice: A Case Study of Niger Delta of Nigeria
Ayodeji AKEJUNigeria
Bachelor of Science from Fisheries management
2008
University Overview
- Research Project: Effects of Tank Colors on the Growth and Rate of Feed Intake in Oreochromis niloticus
Skills
- Data Collection and Organization
- Research Reporting and Academic Publications
- Presentations and White Papers
- Research Reporting
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Scholarship Award - National Recycling Coalition Aug 2019. Murray J Fox scholarship in recognition of and support for my circular economy research.
- Excellence Award - Nigerian Top Executive in the Tourism and Environment Industry Excellence Award - Nigerian Top Executive in the Tourism and Environment Industry. Issued by Elvis Krivokuca - CreateSpace Publishing · May 2015. ISBN: 9781507561041
- Earned recognition in peer-reviewed publications like International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Publications and Advance Research Journal of Multidisciplinary Discoveries.
Affiliations
Affiliations
National Recycling Coalition
California Resource Recovery Association
National Association of Environmental Professionals
Association for Environmental Studies and Sciences
American Society for Environmental History
Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management, UK
Certification
- Municipal Solid Waste Management in Developing Countries, EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne) - 2022
- Marine Litter and Plastic Pollution - Legal Frameworks, InforMEA - 2022
- Introduction to ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance, LinkedIn - 2023
- Diploma in Environmental Management, Alison - 2022
- Verified Certificate for Solid Waste Management, edX - 2022
- Data Science with R programming, Simplilearn - 2022
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Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
QUEENS ALLIANCE INC
05.2020 - 09.2020
Recycling Business Development Advisor
Connect Rail Services Limited
08.2019 - 02.2020
Business Sustainability Analyst
CONNECT RAIL SERVICES LTD
09.2015 - 02.2018
Operations and HSE Officer
Wecyclers Corporation
02.2014 - 08.2015
Antioch University New England
Ph.D. from Environmental Studies
Antioch University
M.D. from Environmental Studies
Glasgow Caledonian University
Master of Science - MS from Energy And Environmental Management
Ayodeji AKEJU
Bachelor of Science from Fisheries management
- Municipal Solid Waste Management in Developing Countries, EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne) - 2022
- Marine Litter and Plastic Pollution - Legal Frameworks, InforMEA - 2022
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