Hamed Balogun

Experience

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  D.E.P Clothing

  Jan 2016 - Apr 2016

  Founder

  I created a clothing brand that quickly garnered a good amount of attention and raised 80,000 Naira in one fashion event that was held at my school. The proceeds from the event went to an honourable cause that is established to care for victims of rape and abuse in Nigeria.

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  Ford Motor Company

  Apr 2016 - Apr 2016

  Sales Intern

  • I was able to gain an understanding of the end-to-end production process; from design to manufacturing and eventually sales, where as part of the team, I gained exposure to the full transaction cycle.

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  Y Church

  Oct 2020 - Mar 2021

  Treasurer

  • I actively managed the funds given to this society by the University of Reading.• I allocated the funds in the society to several events that brought in a sizeable amount of people that eventually became new members of the society.

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  Assured Driving School

  Sept 2021 - May 2022

  Account Manager

  • I had the responsibility to ensure my team members progress and we frequently came up with new ways to grow the business. Thus, this manner of work has also increased my expertise in sales and marketing.• More so, I increased my skillset in handling objections and developed my ability to negotiate given the number of times I spoke with customers that had different perspectives on what they wanted from the driving education program.

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  JME Eden Enterprises DBA HR Block

  Oct 2022 - Feb 2023

  Tax Advisor

  • Met with clients in person and virtually to discuss their tax needs and provide advice on tax planning and preparation.• Conducting research: conducted research on tax laws and regulations to stay up to date on changes that could impact my clients.• Reviewing financial documents: provided financial documents such as bank statements, investment reports, and payroll records to ensure that all income and expenses are properly recorded.• Maintaining client relationships: maintained relationships with existing clients, ensuring that they are satisfied with the services provided and identifying opportunities for additional services. Show less

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  Extern

  Apr 2024 - May 2024

  National Research Group Remote Extern

  • Grasp the significance of policy influencers in shaping industry guidelines and societal expectations.• Pinpoint and profile the most influential entities that have a direct and significant impact on NRG's operational sectors.• Synthesize research findings and showcase the top influencers from the assigned category.

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  Amazon

  Jul 2024 - now

  Area Manager

  • Implemented the SLII Leadership model to tailor leadership styles according to team members' development levels, resulting in improved performance and morale.• Applied diverse coaching techniques to empower team members, resulting in measurable increases in productivity and job satisfaction.• Facilitated team engagement initiatives that fostered a collaborative work environment and strengthened team cohesion.