NATHALIE AKADJE
Germantown,MD
Summary
Bilingual MBA Graduate & Project & Operations Leader with a proven track record of directing high-impact corporate initiatives and leading cross-functional teams of 100+ personnel. Results-driven strategist recognized for optimizing corporate connectivity, engineering scalable onboarding frameworks, and driving seamless process efficiency. An exceptional communicator and adaptive problem-solver who bridges strategic vision with flawless daily execution to accelerate organizational growth.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Trends Urban LLC & Trends Urban Developer SAS
, USA
12.2019 - Current
- Directed operations for Trends Urban LLC and Trends Urban Developer SAS across daily business functions.
- Managed staffing schedules, team assignments, and performance expectations across departments.
- Coordinated vendor relations, purchasing, and supply flow for urban development projects.
- Designed and implemented multi-tier commercial projects and corporate operations to align with organizational performance benchmarks and support strategic growth targets.
Project and Operations Manager
COZCO / ADO
Abidjan, Ivory Coast
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Directed workforce of 100+ personnel, overseeing resource allocation, scheduling, and project lifecycles from initiation through completion, ensuring timely delivery of projects.
- Led urban road network development initiatives in High-Profile Plateau Municipality, enhancing infrastructure and community connectivity.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and technical training frameworks for team members on Quickpark operating systems, facilitating faster integration and proficiency.
Country Director
Ladicarsa Afrique
Abidjan, Ivory Coast
01.2015 - 08.2016
- Held full P&L accountability for the Abidjan branch office, steering an active regional operational team of 50 employees.
- Designed and scaled targeted B2B sales strategies and commercial roadmaps, enhancing regional market share and site engagement.
- Governed essential corporate support functions, including Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Procurement, and Quality Assurance, ensuring effective operational support.
- Led country strategy for Ladicarsa Afrique, aligning local operations with regional objectives to drive cohesive growth.
Legal Assistant
Bluestone International Law
Bethesda, USA
06.2006 - 11.2014
- Conducted comprehensive legal research to identify the company's and individuals' assets.
- Assisted in identifying and negotiating asset recovery for companies in default.
Customer Service Representative
Chevy Chase Bank
, USA
11.2002 - 10.2003
- Presented deposit, lending, and cash management solutions to business clients.
- Handled retail banking inquiries for deposit, loan, and account services.
- Cross-sold financial products, managed retail billing workflows, and served as the core intermediary for complex personal and commercial banking transactions.
- Managed client relationships for Chevy Chase Bank account portfolios.
- Processed account updates, stop payments, and transaction corrections.
Education
MBA - Operations Management & Project Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Maryland, USA 09.2012 - 11.2014
Bachelor's Degree - Global Affairs & Public Policy
University of Maryland Global Campus
Maryland, USASkills
Project & Operations Management
Operational & Growth Strategy
CRM Management (or Salesforce)
MS Project & Microsoft Office Suite
Bilingual (French and English)
Timeline
Director of Operations
Trends Urban LLC & Trends Urban Developer SAS
12.2019 - Current
Project and Operations Manager
COZCO / ADO
09.2016 - 08.2018
Country Director
Ladicarsa Afrique
01.2015 - 08.2016
MBA - Operations Management & Project Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
09.2012 - 11.2014
Legal Assistant
Bluestone International Law
06.2006 - 11.2014
Customer Service Representative
Chevy Chase Bank
11.2002 - 10.2003
Bachelor's Degree - Global Affairs & Public Policy
University of Maryland Global Campus