Chijioke Okoli

Chijioke Okoli

ESMP

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Country Director | Agriculture Equipment Division (John Deere Brand) - Agcoms International | Stanford GSB Lead Alumni

  • Education

    • Jeman Consults

      2014 - 2015
      Project Management Professional course
    • Harvard Business School Online

      2023 - 2023
      Leading with Finance

      Leading with Finance is a certificate program that provides an intuitive and rigorous approach to the principles and practice of finance.

    • Harvard Business School Online

      2022 - 2023
      Other; CORe Credential of Readiness PASS

      CORe (Credential of Readiness) is a 150-hour certificate program on the fundamentals of business from Harvard Business School. CORe is comprised of three courses—Business Analytics, Economics for Managers, and Financial Accounting—developed by leading Harvard Business School faculty and delivered in an active learning environment based on the HBS signature case-based learning model.

    • Harvard Business School Online

      2023 - 2023
      Alternative Investments
    • Harvard Business School Online

      2022 - 2023
      Certificate of Specialization in Finance and Accounting
    • Stanford University Graduate School of Business

      2020 - 2021
      Other; Stanford LEAD Professional Certificate

      Stanford LEAD is a year-long, 9-course program which develops effective leaders who embody five core leadership competencies: critical analysis, self-awareness, interpersonal acumen, situational awareness, and holistic communication. These leaders complete coursework in key business fundamentals: finance, strategy, and critical analytical thinking, as well as elective coursework which equips them to successfully address and navigate the challenges and opportunities inherent in fostering and… Show more Stanford LEAD is a year-long, 9-course program which develops effective leaders who embody five core leadership competencies: critical analysis, self-awareness, interpersonal acumen, situational awareness, and holistic communication. These leaders complete coursework in key business fundamentals: finance, strategy, and critical analytical thinking, as well as elective coursework which equips them to successfully address and navigate the challenges and opportunities inherent in fostering and implementing change within their organizations. Throughout the program, participants exchange ideas and collaborate on projects with small teams of like-minded, like-motivated peers, and engage with world-renowned Stanford GSB faculty, Silicon Valley leaders, coaches, thought leaders, and luminaries through regular live events, discussions, and facilitated feedback. Show less

    • Nnamdi Azikiwe University

      2003 - 2008
      Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) Chemical Engineering 2nd Class
  • Experience

    • UniCem Nigeria

      Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
      ESMP

      Implemented the Environmental Social Management Program of United Cement. Increased program acceptance in the host communities. Achieved a year of zero crisis from the host community.

    • Agricultural Productivity Enhancement Company Ltd (John Deere Dealer)

      Jan 2010 - May 2013
      Sales Manager

      Led a team of 10 sales executives to deliver the annual budget of the business. Achieved a 5% market share in 2 years of operation. Became the preferred brand for Government and Institutional segment.

    • TATA Africa Services (Nigeria) Limited

      Jun 2013 - Dec 2013
      Assistant Manager

      Managed a team of 3 sales representatives to plan and modify product configurations to meet customers’ needs. We modified our value proposition to improve the adoption of mechanization beyond land preparation by 50%. Awarded the dealer of the year for AMEA region by OEM (Fieldking).

    • TATA Africa Services (Nigeria) Limited

      Aug 2014 - Aug 2024

      Leading a team of Business managers towards achieving the budgets in both sales and after-sales services. Earned a cumulative 400% growth in 3 years with the establishment of a robust in-house finance desk. Secured the confidence of the OEM and was Awarded the John Deere dealer for Construction Managed a team of sales professionals to deliver monthly and annual targets. Modified sales systems to improve response time by approximately 50%. Became the most preferred brand in the country for being the most responsive dealer in the sector.

      • Country Director - Agricultural & Construction Equipment Division

        Sept 2018 - Aug 2024
      • Business Head, Agricultural Division (John Deere)

        Aug 2014 - Aug 2018
    • AGCOMS International Trading Limited

      May 2024 - now
      Country Director
  • Licenses & Certifications