Praise Alli-Johnson

Praise Alli-Johnson

CEO and Co-Founder

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location of Praise Alli-JohnsonAbuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

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  • About me

    Head Startups - SendPulse Africa | Strategic Tech Leader & Entrepreneur | International Market Entry & Startup Ecosystem Enabler | Product Marketing | Growth Marketing | Marketing Automation Specialist

  • Education

    • Microsoft

      2014 - 2015
      Microsoft Certified Professional Relational Database Management
    • NIIT

      2013 - 2016
    • Startup School Online

      2018 - 2020
      Alumni

      Activities and Societies: * Group Moderator * Managed and organized group office hour meetings. * 10 weeks of active learning and evaluation

    • HubSpot Academy

      2018 -
      Inbound Marketing
  • Experience

    • Ghlic

      Jan 2017 - Jan 2021
      CEO and Co-Founder

      We make brands more human.More approachable.More relevant. – More Profitable.

    • SendPulse

      Dec 2019 - now

      🚀 As the Africa Regional Head at SendPulse, I spearheaded our successful entry into the African market, beginning with a strategic expansion into Nigeria and subsequently into South Africa, Ghana, and Kenya.💼 In my role, I played a pivotal part in developing and executing robust business development strategies that led to the acquisition of key enterprise customers. Simultaneously, I crafted and implemented dynamic marketing strategies and sales processes, catalysing exponential growth for the company.💰 Recognising the unique market needs, I provided invaluable guidance on the introduction, setup, and implementation of Naira payments, significantly enhancing the experience for our Nigerian customers.🤝 I actively fostered strategic partnerships and collaborations, positioning SendPulse as a preferred choice in the region. Building and leading a high-performing Africa team, I ensured a 100% talent retention rate, a testament to our positive work culture.📈 The results were impressive:- User base surged by an astounding 498%.- New customer acquisition soared by an impressive 890%.- Revenue experienced a remarkable growth of 1,288%.- Social engagement witnessed an extraordinary uptick of over 5,200%. #TechInAfrica #SaaSLeadership #BusinessExpansion #ResultsDriven Show less

      • Head Startups - SendPulse Africa.

        Jan 2024 - now
      • Region Head - Africa

        Jun 2022 - now
      • Country Director

        Dec 2019 - now
    • Orban Tech

      Jan 2020 - now
      Partner
    • SPHOTS

      Jan 2020 - Jan 2021
      International Product placement specialist
    • Hoil Investment LTD

      Jan 2021 - now
      Co-Founder

      As a co-founder of Hoil Investment Ltd, I am proud to be part of a venture dedicated to redefining financial inclusion. It's not just about access to financial services; it's about leveraging that access to address day-to-day needs effectively.💡 Our Mission:At Hoil Investment Ltd, our passion lies in providing innovative solutions to simplify everyday financial challenges. We believe in making financial services accessible, seamless, and tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals.🚀 Introducing Ciyar - Spend with Ease:Currently, we are in the exciting phase of developing a groundbreaking solution called Ciyar, which translates to "Spend" in essence. Ciyar is designed to empower you by seamlessly facilitating the transfer of dollars into your domestic account. With Ciyar, you can effortlessly make purchases on your favorite online shopping sites using a virtual card, all from the comfort of your home.🌐 Why Ciyar?Convenience: Shop online with ease using a virtual card, eliminating the hassle of traditional payment methods.Global Reach: Access and spend dollars in your domestic account, transcending geographical barriers.Secure Transactions: Enjoy peace of mind with our secure virtual card transactions, ensuring your financial safety.🌍 Join Us on the Financial Inclusion Journey:At Hoil Investment Ltd, we invite you to join us on our mission to make financial services accessible and impactful. Together, we can transform the landscape of financial inclusion, solving simple everyday problems for individuals around the world.Let's reimagine finance. Let's make everyday transactions simpler. Let's empower lives. Show less

    • DropX

      Sept 2021 - Dec 2022
      Co-Founder

      🚀 **Founder & CEO, DropX**- Founded DropX, a hyperlocal delivery platform connecting businesses and individuals with independent delivery agents.- Successfully onboarded 2,000 users with a compelling offer of free delivery on the first 3 orders.- Attracted 500 registered drivers, primarily car owners, leveraging the gig mindset.- Averaged a minimum of 3 deliveries per user per month, demonstrating strong user engagement.Closed: Read the Post-mortem below, titled: CLOSURE — We Threw in the Towel 🙌 Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Microsoft Certified Professional

      Microsoft
      Jul 2014
    • Data Analytics

      Alx_africa
      Apr 2022
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    • Venture Deals

      Kauffman Fellows & TechStars
      Mar 2019
    • Sourcing Camp (Beta Cohort)!

      Stack Shift
      Jan 2023
    • Google Certifications

      Google
      Jan 2018
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Startup Mentor

      Issued by VC4A
      VC4AAssociated with Praise Alli-Johnson
    • Startup Mentor

      Issued by MicroMentor
      MicroMentorAssociated with Praise Alli-Johnson
    • Fintech Innovation Scout for Abuja

      Issued by The FutureList on Jan 2024
      The FutureListAssociated with Praise Alli-Johnson