Ayodola Olatunji
Frankfort,KY
Summary
Data-driven graduate student specializing in agricultural and environmental economics with hands-on experience in sales, market outreach, agricultural operations, and quantitative research. Proven ability to build customer relationships, analyze data for decision-making, and support field-based programs. Experienced in Excel reporting, AI-assisted tools, and stakeholder engagement. Seeking opportunities in sales, marketing, market research, or business operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY
08.2024 - Current
- Assists in data collection and analysis using STATA software for statistical evaluation.
- Designed surveys and interview protocols for primary data collection, ensuring accurate representation of target populations.
- Collaborates with faculty on experimental design and implementation of research methodologies.
- Presented research findings at conferences and workshops, fostering professional growth and collaboration within the academic community.
Sales Representative
Farm Support Groups
Ibadan, Nigeria
11.2020 - 06.2024
- Drove sales of poultry vaccines, day-old chicks(DOC), eggs, and spent layers to commercial and smallholder farmers.
- Built and maintained strong customer relationships by providing technical guidance on poultry health and farm management.
- Prepared daily, monthly, and annual sales reports to monitor performance and support management decisions.
- Conducted routine stock evaluations to improve inventory planning and reduce shortages.
- Maintained and updated customer records to track purchasing patterns and improve follow-up.
Graduate Intern
Ministry Of Agriculture And Natural Resources, National Youth Service Corps
Ibadan, Nigeria
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Conducted research on agricultural best practices to support sustainable farming initiatives.
- Supported agricultural outreach campaigns, including World Egg Day awareness programs in secondary schools.
- Collaborated with team members to implement community outreach projects promoting natural resource conservation.
- Analyzed data related to crop yield and environmental impact to inform policy recommendations.
Agriculture Extension Intern
Joseph Ayo Babalola University
Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun-state, Nigeria
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Coordinated agricultural training programs for local farmers to enhance crop yield and sustainability practices.
- Facilitated workshops and field demonstrations, promoting best practices in soil management and conservation methods.
- Evaluated program outcomes, implementing improvements based on feedback to enhance service delivery efficiency.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Studies
Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics & Extension Services
Joseph Ayo Babalola University
Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun-state, Nigeria08-2018
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Self-directed and motivated
- Stakeholders engagement
- Problem solving
- Sales Reporting
- Research & Productivity tools(Lucidchart,Qualtrics, Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, ChatGPT)
- Data Analysis & Visualization (Excel, STATA, SPSS)
- Customer Relationship Management
Accomplishments
- Presented research on "Impacts of the 2022 Eastern Kentucky Flood on Economic Outcomes" at the 111th Kentucky Academy of Science Conference(KAS).
- Second Place, Global Agriculture & Agribusiness Case Study Competition (2025).
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Kentucky State University
08.2024 - Current
Sales Representative
Farm Support Groups
11.2020 - 06.2024
Graduate Intern
Ministry Of Agriculture And Natural Resources, National Youth Service Corps
11.2018 - 11.2019
Agriculture Extension Intern
Joseph Ayo Babalola University
08.2014 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Environmental Studies
Kentucky State University
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics & Extension Services
Joseph Ayo Babalola University