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Samuel Otedoh

Dubai

Summary

C-level Marketing and Business Development Executive with over three years of accomplishment in various industries ranging from entertainment to finance . Grows businesses by implementing cultural change, innovating brand strategies and exercising sales leadership to unlock growth opportunities. Develops go-to-market strategies by focusing on customer buying processes. Skilled in identifying key business drivers while aligning objectives with consumer demands.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Officer

Pacific Links Consulting
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Increased brand awareness by implementing targeted marketing campaigns and strategies.
  • Defined and tracked campaign effectiveness and adjusted strategies accordingly.
  • Led creative brainstorming sessions that resulted in innovative ideas for promotional projects.
  • Trained new staff and potential clients in the understanding of financial markets by organizing meetings and workshops

Business Development Intern

UKR Group
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Managed CRM database, ensuring accurate tracking of prospects through the sales funnel for better conversion rates.
  • Worked in the energy department (Ecosave) also consulting business owners in the UK regarding their energy consumption
  • Expanded the company's reach into new markets with thorough research on untapped opportunities and competitor landscape assessment.
  • Maintained client information and accounts in company databases.

Business Development Intern

Tmam.io
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Engaged with customers to build business relationships.
  • Ran marketing campaigns via the Dubai World Trade Center
  • Expanded the company's reach into new markets with thorough research on untapped opportunities and competitor landscape assessment.
  • Worked closely with other interns and colleagues for knowledge sharing, skill development, and team building.

Marketing Intern

Market Buzz International
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Documentation Management
  • Researched competitor trends and interpreted findings to report conclusions to supervisors
  • Represented the company as a delegate during GITEX and conducted interviews with major brands such as Jacky's

Retail Sales Associate

Apparel Group
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies for New Yorker
  • Managed backroom operations, inventory, and deliveries whilst working for Athlete's Co.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.

Entertainment Coordinator

Apparel Group
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality entertainment experiences within established timelines and budgets.
  • Organized and executed events for Skyzone Trampoline Park
  • I helped make over 250,000 AED in sales throughout my time at Skyzone.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - International Business

Curtin University Dubai
Dubai
12-2024

Skills

  • Event planning
  • CRM management
  • Marketing analytics
  • Data analytics
  • Campaign management
  • E-commerce strategy
  • Affiliate marketing
  • Research
  • Marketing plan development
  • Presentations
  • Sales strategies

Hobbies

I enjoy playing football, podcasting and songwriting. I also run my own entertainment imprint on the side to help me utilize my talents in order to grow the brand to great highs in the next five to ten years.

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Marketing Officer

Pacific Links Consulting
05.2024 - 08.2024

Business Development Intern

UKR Group
09.2023 - 12.2023

Business Development Intern

Tmam.io
02.2023 - 05.2023

Marketing Intern

Market Buzz International
10.2022 - 11.2022

Retail Sales Associate

Apparel Group
08.2022 - 10.2022

Entertainment Coordinator

Apparel Group
06.2021 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Commerce - International Business

Curtin University Dubai
Samuel Otedoh