KEHINDE JOEL KOLAWOLE
Lynbrook,New York
Summary
Excellent interpersonal & communication skills. Goal-oriented and efficient with great organizational skills. Personally seeking an opportunity to strengthen administrative, professional, and managerial skills.
Results-driven Information Manager with a forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth and demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth, and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
KK Music Entertainment
10.1985 - Current
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Managed over two hundred strategic business partnerships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Built over six hundred productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
- Developed vital operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Managed financial, operational, and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Monitored vital business risks and established risk management procedures.
Information Manager
Alpha Environmental Services, Inc
10.2017 - Current
- Established mutual understanding and working relationships between the organization and its clients
- Developed informative and promotional materials highlighting the organization’s core competencies, goals, and accomplishments for enhanced patronage and good societal placement.
- Developed appropriate press releases and other relevant media/social events highlighting the company’s operational standard and marketability for mutually beneficial contractual relationships.
- Constantly working with the company’s Management Team to develop policies to ensure the company’s growth and development.
Radio Presenter
Touch, Not International Radio
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Radio program synopsis development
- Using the program to mobilize the public for community work and support
- Arranging for On-Air Personalities to be interviewed on the Radio discussion & social programs
- Sourcing and advocating for marketing opportunities, sponsorship & advert placement on the radio.
Information Officer
Ogun State Local Government Service Commission
01.1999 - 03.2009
- Conducted over 100 outreach campaigns and events to reach specific populations.
- Developed informational documents such as brochures, flyers, and fact sheets.
- Assisted with developing and managing advertising campaigns.
- Maintained web pages, intranet, and social media accounts.
- Developed informational documents such as brochures, flyers, and fact sheets.
- Cultivated strong corporate image and identity with clear branding.
- Increased brand awareness through development and implementation of successful public relations campaigns.
- Researched latest market trends and analyzed data to develop public relations strategies and tactics.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop integrated branding and public relations strategies.
- Taught in-house employees strategies for successful internal and external communications.
- Identified metrics to measure and evaluate effectiveness of public relations campaigns and initiatives.
- Led crisis communications and media relations activities in response to challenging situations.
- Managed editorial calendars and rescheduled PR events and meetings.
- Drafted speeches for company executives and advised on media talking points.
- Fostered positive relationships with critical business journalists in national and trade publications.
- Authored fresh and engaging press releases and prepared complete press kits.
- Wrote engaging and successful press releases to control information and public opinion.
- Conducted media training for company executives and business leaders.
- Oversaw communications and media relations professional team focusing on achieving PR results.
- Created and implemented systems and processes for monitoring media coverage.
- Wrote over 3000 speeches and press releases targeting different groups and topics.
Clerical Officer
Abeokuta North Local Government, Abeokuta Nigeria.
11.1991 - 12.1996
- Greeted over 2000 incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors a positive first impression.
- Responded to over 300,000 inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Prepared over 500,000 mail and packages for shipment, pickup, and courier services to expedite delivery.
- Restocked supplies and submit purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Drafted professional memos, letters, and marketing copy to support business objectives and growth.
- Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
- Maintained employee files in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
- Collaborated with various departments to complete assigned tasks.
- Delivered clerical support by handling a range of routine and special requirements.
- Created purchase orders and tracked invoices to avoid missed or delayed shipments.
- Submitted employee payroll documentation weekly to avoid errors and kept employees paid accurately and on time.
- Organized events and meetings to maximize capacity and keep event venues running smoothly.
- Scheduled and coordinated travel arrangements for office staff members.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
Education
M.Sc. - Organizational Leadership
Nyack College
Nyack05.2019
Post-Graduate Diploma in Public Relations (PGDPR) -
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ogun State, Nigeria05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic
Ogun State, Nigeria05.2001
Ph.D. - Business Management, HRM
Capella College
Minnesota City, MN.09.2026
Skills
- Program Leadership
- Organizational Leadership
- Leadership and People Development
- Strategic Planning
- Stakeholder Relations
- Corporate Strategy and Development
- Recruiting and Hiring Top Talent
- Business Administration
- Public Relations Understanding
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Media Coverage
Accomplishments
- Planning events and coordinating regular and special events for the Agency
- These include managing publicity for various events and arranging press invitations and interviews.
- Interacting with the various publics of the Local Government Commission regarding the Government’s policies, events, and activities at the Local Government Level
- Developing, writing, and distributing Press Releases to various media outlets
- Maintaining sustainable working relationships between the Commission and its clients, particularly those at the grassroots, community leaders, opinion leaders, and the public
- Supervised a team of 0ver 500 staff members.
Affiliations
International Leadership Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). 2006-Date Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM). 2023
Timeline
Information Manager
Alpha Environmental Services, Inc
10.2017 - Current
Radio Presenter
Touch, Not International Radio
10.2017 - 03.2018
Information Officer
Ogun State Local Government Service Commission
01.1999 - 03.2009
Clerical Officer
Abeokuta North Local Government, Abeokuta Nigeria.
11.1991 - 12.1996
Chief Executive Officer
KK Music Entertainment
10.1985 - Current
M.Sc. - Organizational Leadership
Nyack College
Post-Graduate Diploma in Public Relations (PGDPR) -
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic
Ph.D. - Business Management, HRM
Capella College
Similar Profiles
Leosdanys RosalesLeosdanys Rosales
Event Organizer at AG Music Entertainment and ProductionEvent Organizer at AG Music Entertainment and Production
Fady BertyFady Berty
Director, Artist & Label Services at TMN, The Orchard, Sony Music Entertainment NYC.Director, Artist & Label Services at TMN, The Orchard, Sony Music Entertainment NYC.
Geselle MaldonadoGeselle Maldonado
VIDEO EDITOR at Sony Music EntertainmentVIDEO EDITOR at Sony Music Entertainment
Chelsea GuevaraChelsea Guevara
Valet Attendant at Parking SystemsValet Attendant at Parking Systems
Angela ChavezAngela Chavez
Server at ApplebeesServer at Applebees