Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Notable Accomplishments
Reference
Languages
Timeline
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OLATUNDE BAKARE

OLATUNDE BAKARE

Huntley,IL

Summary

Strategic Business Development Expert | Marketing Maverick | Transformational Leader

Results-driven business development expert with 10+ years of experience driving growth, innovation, and customer satisfaction across diverse industries. Proven track record of success in:


- Strategic planning and execution

- Team leadership and management

- Marketing strategy and campaign development

- Customer engagement and retention

- Revenue growth and profitability improvement


Passionate about harnessing the power of technology, innovation, and collaboration to drive business success. Skilled in:


- Business development and marketing strategy

- Team building and leadership

- Customer relationship management

- Public relations and communications

- Cybersecurity and data protection

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
9
9
Certification

Work History

Associate

Walmart
09.2024 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and personalized recommendations for electronics purchases.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor, ensuring an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and dedication to customer service excellence.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Assisted in inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels and placing orders as needed to maintain optimal product availability.
  • Effectively managed time across multiple responsibilities including assisting clients on the sales floor, processing transactions at the register, organizing merchandise displays, or maintaining product inventory records as needed throughout each shift.
  • Checked to see if requested items were available from store's inventory.
  • Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
  • Processed transactions efficiently at the point of sale, ensuring accuracy in handling cash and credit payments along with issuing receipts or refunds when necessary.

Warehouse Fulfillment Associate

Amazon
09.2024 - Current
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently, ensuring minimal product damage during transportation.
  • Met or exceeded daily performance goals through consistent focus on task completion and time management.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by cross-training in multiple roles within the warehouse, increasing overall workforce flexibility.
  • Sustained a clean and organized work environment, contributing to increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Coordinated seamless communication between warehouse staff and supervisors regarding daily operations.
  • Achieved high levels of attendance punctuality reflecting commitment towards warehouse objectives.
  • Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.

Supervisor of Operations

Zora Clean
08.2024 - 09.2024
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, offering constructive feedback designed to promote growth within their roles.
  • Managed scheduling and workload distribution, maximizing productivity without overwhelming team members or compromising quality of work.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction with consistent attention to detail and effective communication skills.
  • Established clear expectations for team members, fostering a positive work environment through open communication and accountability.

Freelancer

Self Employed Services
01.2020 - 08.2024
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and organization.
  • Negotiated contracts with both clients and vendors effectively, ensuring mutually-beneficial terms were agreed upon.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
  • Analyzed user feedback to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
  • Strengthened client relationships with consistent communication and timely project updates.
  • Developed customized solutions to address unique client needs, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

President, Board of Directors

Touba Group of Companies
08.2015 - 09.2017
  • Spearheading Business Process Excellence involving scoping, estimation, planning & risk management
  • Mentored up-and-coming leaders within the organization to cultivate a strong pipeline of talent ready to assume expanded responsibilities when necessary.
  • Conducted regular risk assessments to identify potential threats facing the organization while developing mitigation strategies accordingly.
  • Managed the organization''s brand, ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms and a strong reputation within the community.
  • Improved organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and overseeing strategic planning initiatives.
  • Encouraged collaboration and cross-functional teamwork among departments to break down silos and foster innovative problemsolving.

Chief Executive Officer

Touba Entertainment Ltd.
08.2015 - 09.2017
  • Front-led the organization's day-to-day operations, advised the board of directors, motivated employees and drove a change within the organization
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Streamlined event planning processes for improved efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Conducted post-event evaluations to identify areas for improvement and inform future planning efforts.
  • Built a loyal client base through excellent customer service skills, fostering long-term partnerships with clients and vendors alike.
  • Managed teams of event coordinators, ensuring smooth execution of high-profile events.
  • Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.

Director of Business Development

BlaqSheep Multimedia Ltd.
09.2013 - 01.2015
  • Developed compelling visual and written content to effectively convey the brand message across multiple channels.
  • Developed comprehensive brand guidelines and trained employees on their proper use, upholding a consistent visual identity across all communications.
  • Collaborated with external agencies on creative development, ensuring consistent messaging across all touchpoints in line with overall branding objectives.
  • Conducted thorough market research to identify new growth opportunities and areas for potential expansion.
  • Negotiated advantageous partnerships that enhanced brand exposure and generated co-marketing opportunities.
  • Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring the timely completion of projects without compromising quality or brand integrity.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful product launches, resulting in greater brand visibility.
  • Researched market trends to identify customer needs and preferences for strategic planning.

Chief Technology Officer

#GetFamiliar Matrix Ghana Limited
08.2011 - 04.2013
  • Optimized IT infrastructure by streamlining processes and implementing cutting-edge technologies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional intra-company teams to provide mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Aligned IT strategy with organizational goals, fostering collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Maintained high-level knowledge of current and emerging technology development and applications.
  • Reduced total cost of ownership by strategically outsourcing select IT services while maintaining control over critical functions.
  • Laid out complete business continuity plan to maintain data protection in event of natural disaster or long-term outage.
  • Improved Software program delivery performance and reliability.
  • Directed Software engineering team's complex project development and functionality objectives.
  • Tested security technologies on regular basis and implemented network penetration assessment tools.

Administrative Intern

Gilt Edge Advertising Ltd.
09.2008 - 06.2009
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, ensuring confidentiality was maintained at all times when dealing with personnel records or proprietary company data.
  • Answered incoming phone calls pleasantly directed calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to both internal and external clients through prompt response times and clear communication of information.
  • Managed multiple priorities effectively by utilizing strong organizational skills and regularly updating task lists to ensure deadlines were met.
  • Entered data into system and accurately updated customer accounts.
  • Set up meetings and conference calls using Software for Type department.

Administrative Manager

Watford Ventures Ltd.
05.2007 - 07.2008
  • Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
  • Provided exceptional administrative support for executive-level staff, ensuring that their needs were met promptly and accurately in order to facilitate smooth daily operations.
  • Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
  • Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to ensure easy access to critical information for decision-making purposes.

Computer Hardware Engineer

Seal Prints Ltd.
10.2005 - 02.2006
  • Designed computer hardware components and peripheral devices.
  • Collaborated with teams on design reviews and validation testing for Type components.
  • Drove implementation of quality requirements for new product designs and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Participated in internal audits of quality management system.
  • Researched complex technical issues and provided resolutions.
  • Collaborated with IT and finance departments to optimize hardware budget by identifying specific weaknesses in current equipment.
  • Monitored operating equipment age and functionality for enterprise-class client, identifying and initiating necessary upgrades.

Education

Bsc Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, Nigeria
11.2014

WASSCE - Arts Department

Providence Heights ‘PH’ Secondary School
Iju, Lagos, Nigeria
09.1999

Skills

  • Leadership Team Building
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operational Excellence
  • Business Development
  • Integrity and ethics
  • Staff Training
  • Project Management
  • Negotiation
  • Staff Management

Certification

ALISON CERTIFICATES WITH VERIFICATION CODES


  • CompTIA A 1000 – Part 1, 1961-7692050
  • NIST – Cyber Security Framework (CSF) Foundation, 2775-7692050
  • Diploma in Ethical Hacking, 2274-7692050
  • Diploma in Cyber Security, 5989-7692050
  • Diploma in Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP 2019), 2157-7692050
  • Diploma in Python Programming, 1535-7692050
  • ITIL 4 Fundamentals – Essentials of IT Service Management, 5554-7692050

Notable Accomplishments

  • Augmented the company revenue by 50% in one quarter within a short span by developing a new strategy for marketing
  • Brought new processes to firm for its growth, using various marketing strategies and communication skills in order to brand the firm in the market and attract new clients.
  • Played a leadership role in attaining first-in-market status by conceptualizing and leading a tween-focused community outreach strategy, capturing 3.5% market share from the largest competitor and establishing brand loyalty among a key demographic
  • Boosted monthly advertising revenues by 6% by dedicating up to one page of the bi-weekly Lifestyle section to advertorial content, engaging a freelancer to produce content to maintain low overhead and maximize profits.
  • Credit of representing the organization in civic and professional association in the local community, the state, and at the national level at Touba Group of Companies.

Reference

Available upon request.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Yoruba
Native or Bilingual
Twi
Full Professional
Akan
Limited Working
Ewe
Elementary

Timeline

Associate

Walmart
09.2024 - Current

Warehouse Fulfillment Associate

Amazon
09.2024 - Current

Supervisor of Operations

Zora Clean
08.2024 - 09.2024

Freelancer

Self Employed Services
01.2020 - 08.2024

President, Board of Directors

Touba Group of Companies
08.2015 - 09.2017

Chief Executive Officer

Touba Entertainment Ltd.
08.2015 - 09.2017

Director of Business Development

BlaqSheep Multimedia Ltd.
09.2013 - 01.2015

Chief Technology Officer

#GetFamiliar Matrix Ghana Limited
08.2011 - 04.2013

Administrative Intern

Gilt Edge Advertising Ltd.
09.2008 - 06.2009

Administrative Manager

Watford Ventures Ltd.
05.2007 - 07.2008

Computer Hardware Engineer

Seal Prints Ltd.
10.2005 - 02.2006

Bsc Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

Ahmadu Bello University

WASSCE - Arts Department

Providence Heights ‘PH’ Secondary School

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