Bola Obanya
Far Rockaway,NY
Summary
I have been a business owner and as the Chief Executive Officer of Cargo Expediters, for over 28 years, I provided opportunities for over 500 workers who earned their daily living, sent their children to school and lived the life they truly wanted to live.
I am an analytical problem solver and an attentive business leader with the drive to help others thrive in academic and social life, versed in monitoring and fairly enforcing policies to keep people safe. My training, academic and otherwise have brought me to a place where helping all those who come across me is non-negotiable.
I am a team-oriented individual promoting exemplary presentation, project management and risk oversight skills. Demonstrative Scrum Master with background communicating effectively with and leading high-performance teams. Considered expert in prioritizing tasks and optimizing workflows.
Overview
56
56
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Scrum Master 1
Multiple Employers
Queens, NY
01.2021 - Current
- Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews and sprint retrospectives.
- Lead sprint reviews, daily scrums and planning meetings to realize full team engagement.
- Managed product backlog and supported Scrum framework for monthly sprint releases.
- Collaborated with product owners, team members, technologists and other scrum masters to define solutions and drive progress.
- Worked with 3 scrum teams which include Dev Teams, PO, Subject Matter Experts and UX designers. Facilitate daily stand-ups focusing on communication process and impediments.
- Facilitate Sprint Planning with PO and scrum team focusing on implementable stories and tasks.
- Implement Project Sprints including capacity and velocity planning, burn-downs and Kanban lead time (cycle time)
- Maintain Azure board while continually monitor team burndown cart.
- Backlog refinement, coach and work with PO to develop testable stories within scope of PBI that is sized by development team.
- Help PO come up with stories for better understanding for estimate and development.
- Motivate team to come up with quality shippable products that meet all product goals.
- Keep team together at all times to ensure successful sprints.
- Escalate issues to management and seek timely resolution.
- Develop internal contacts which enable quick resolution to impediments.
Residential Case Manager
Catholic Charities
Freeport, NY
03.2016 - Current
- Facilitated floor meetings to discuss concerns, review complaints and convey information about policy changes
- Promoted positive relations between residents and staff
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents
- Conducted tours, orientation and educational sessions for residents and families
- Strategized to improve resident care and satisfaction and held weekly meetings with directors to advocate for resident needs
- Conducted daily welfare checks and ensured that all resident needs were met by coordinating with facility staff
- Supported personal needs of residents dealing with diverse conditions
- Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols
Chief Executive Officer
Cargo Expediters Limited
01.1994 - Current
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures and practices.
- Maintained effective staff and resource utilization rates to balance financial and operational obligations.
- Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
- Monitored use of best practices at levels and implemented corrective actions to bring employees into compliance.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
Residential Program Specialist
Family & Chidren Association
Mineola, NY
01.2008 - 12.2020
- Conducted residential area safety checks and promoted security awareness to preserve order and discipline
- Observed residents for unusual behavior and investigated causes to restore well-being
- Supervised and provided guidance to staff
- Set goals and deadlines for staff and prepared reports to ensure accuracy and efficiency
- Assisted residents with cleaning and meal preparation to instill life skills
- Interacted with residents to provide assistance, individualized attention and cultivate personal growth
- Drafted incident reports and contacted local authorities for support and assistance in crisis situations
- Facilitated experiential programs, day-trips and activities to advance social skills and reward good behavior
- Administered medication to residents under direction of medical professionals to encourage wellness
- Inspected resident rooms for adherence with facility policies and issued correction for non-compliance
- Participated and implemented crisis intervention to manage threatening behavior and identify solutions
- Identified service gaps and located needed resources for individuals, including housing, work placement and other support
- Educated potential participants on available services and processes to engage in program
Mortgage Loan Officer
Precision Financial Bank
Mineola, NY
02.2002 - 01.2008
- Explained different types of loans pertaining to client situations
- Worked with underwriters to fix application problems and resolve issues
- Reviewed loan files and updated to match current standards
- Fielded customer complaints and provided solutions
- Complied with regulatory requirements, including Bank Secrecy Act, Anti Money Laundering, OFAC, USA Patriot Act, Privacy Act and Community Reinvestment Act
- Developed and maintained relationships with local real estate agents
- Reviewed and edited loan agreements to promote efficiency and accuracy
- Originated, reviewed, processed, closed and administered customer loan proposals
- Compiled database of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements and other financial information
- Submitted applications to credit analysts
- Approved loans that met specifications
Education
Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Ogun State University
NigeriaBachelor of Science - Science Labotory Technology
Lagos State Polytechnic
NigeriaSkills
- Organizational Leadership
- Effective Coaching and Team Development
- Conflict Management and Resolution
- Regulatory Compliance and Time Management
- Financial Management and Control
- Collaboration and Service to Team
- Recruiting, Hiring and Onboarding
- Business Planning and Set up
- Family Liaison and Therapist
- Social Influencer
Timeline
Professional Scrum Master 1
Multiple Employers
01.2021 - Current
Residential Case Manager
Catholic Charities
03.2016 - Current
Residential Program Specialist
Family & Chidren Association
01.2008 - 12.2020
Mortgage Loan Officer
Precision Financial Bank
02.2002 - 01.2008
Chief Executive Officer
Cargo Expediters Limited
01.1994 - Current
Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Ogun State University
Bachelor of Science - Science Labotory Technology
Lagos State Polytechnic