Owoicho Emmanuel Ameh
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 9 years of multi-industry experience in business development, partnerships, sales, fundraising, marketing, and project management across Africa, Europe, and America. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and a detail-oriented approach, with expertise in building systems and processes that drive project success from inception to completion. Proven track record in assisting small to medium-sized businesses in expanding into new markets through comprehensive research, data analysis, and strategic HR management. Committed to achieving excellence and delivering measurable impact, with a strong passion for client service and business relationship management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder/Creative Director
Igodo Films and Media Company
Lagos, Nigeria
05.2014 - Current
- Founded Igodo FIlm and Media Company with the mission of bringing important stories about the African experience to global audiences through Cinema
- Develop funding proposals to secure creative funds
- Produced 3 feature films, 2 short films and a webs series since the inception of the production company
- Sold 2 feature films to major distribution partners such as Netflix and Amazon Prime (Payday -Netflix, Tainted Canvas - Netflix, Amazon Prime)
- Run the Igodo writers room, a think-tank network of independent screenwriters of West African descent who work closely together to write projects that have social impact and highlight the courses of women, the girl child and the LGBTQ community.
Retail Operations Manager
Haveli Global Concepts Ltd. - Temple Muse
Lagos, Nigeria
04.2017 - 12.2021
- Managed day-to-day business operations of the store
- Managed staff operations including recruitment, staffing roster, staff welfare, etc.
- Managed supplier relations with an emphasis on stock management, quality control, client feedback and customer satisfaction
- Developed, implemented and managed a white glove personal shopping service to maintain and improve high-net-worth client relationships
- Developed, implemented and managed a corporate gift program to gain access to high spending clientele with seasonal budgets for luxury gift items
- Planned and organized the annual events calendar including product launches, press releases, exhibitions, etc.
- Collaborated with third party stakeholders to plan and host corporate events.
- Organized and planned the social media calendar, campaigns, promotions and advertisements
- Sourced new business, suppliers and collaborators
Director/Chief Marketing Officer
Smooch Beverages Nigeria Limited
06.2014 - 12.2019
- Co-developed the business model and strategic business plan
- Participated in venture capital mobilization and engagement
- Provided management advice and support to operations team
- Oversaw PR and brand marketing initiatives
Travel Retail Development Executive
Prestat Limited
London
01.2011 - 12.2016
- Strengthened and managed client relationships with key retail partners such as Harrods, John Lewis, Selfridges and Liberty.
- Managed brand visibility and sales in major travel retail locations (airports and train stations) across the UK
- Increased sales through face-to-face engagement with customers at public events such as food fairs and festivals
- Collected public feedback and product satisfaction and generated informative reports for company management
- Planned and organized promotional events and marketing
Publisher/Editor-in-Chief
Nativeland Magazine
UK/Nigeria
08.2012 - 10.2014
- Produced and acquired creative content for the publication
- Managed a work force of 5 staff and a handful of freelance and volunteer creatives who contribute to the magazine.
- Researched and wrote feature articles, and also proofread and edited all contributions from freelance writers.
- Implemented the sales and marketing strategies of the publication, and also researched and pursued new business opportunities for the company
Retail Development Executive
CPM UK - GlaxoSmithKline Account
London, England
05.2013 - 04.2014
- Increased the growth of soft drinks within the impulse retail and FMCG sector
- Managed GSK’s Lucozade and Ribena brands in a large Central London commercial territory
- Analyzed store and group data to present a sales story in order to influence availability, visibility and secondary sightings for the brands
- Captured and relayed customer feedback and market data trends to relevant GSK channels and leadership
Media Intern
OK! Nigeria Magazine
London, England
09.2012 - 12.2012
- Researched breaking news and media events and updated the magazine’s blog, and social media networking sites on a regular basis.
- Conducted interviews, research and wrote news articles for publishing
- Researched and followed up on advertising opportunities
- Performed general office duties such as house-keeping, photocopying, serving tea/coffee, mails, etc.
Fundraising Research and Communication Assistant
Y Care International
London, England
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Conducted research on potential grant-making trusts and foundations for specific projects and appeals
- Updated fundraising data in the Raiser’s Edge database and relevant spreadsheets.
- Conducted further background research into high-value trusts and foundations to enhance YCI’s approach and engagement of donors
- Conducted background research and drafted funding proposals and donor reports.
- Facilitated the flow of information between the program desks and the communications function, to ensure YCI’s website and e-newsletters were up-to-date with relevant and engaging information emerging from YCI’s projects worldwide.
- Drafted correspondences to donors, in particular, thank you letters for donations
Education
MSc. - Global Development & International Law
Coventry University
U.K.07.2010
BSc. - International Studies
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, Nigeria09.2006
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St. Francis College
Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria06.2000
Skills
- Business Development
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
Timeline
Retail Operations Manager
Haveli Global Concepts Ltd. - Temple Muse
04.2017 - 12.2021
Director/Chief Marketing Officer
Smooch Beverages Nigeria Limited
06.2014 - 12.2019
Founder/Creative Director
Igodo Films and Media Company
05.2014 - Current
Retail Development Executive
CPM UK - GlaxoSmithKline Account
05.2013 - 04.2014
Media Intern
OK! Nigeria Magazine
09.2012 - 12.2012
Publisher/Editor-in-Chief
Nativeland Magazine
08.2012 - 10.2014
Fundraising Research and Communication Assistant
Y Care International
03.2012 - 06.2012
Travel Retail Development Executive
Prestat Limited
01.2011 - 12.2016
BSc. - International Studies
Ahmadu Bello University
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St. Francis College
MSc. - Global Development & International Law
Coventry University