
Timeline
About me
Dynamic Business Development Leader | B2B Sales Strategist | Driving Revenue Growth & Market Expansion | Fintech & Digital Innovation Expert | Team Builder & Mentor
Education

Mount kenya university - mku
2018 -Bachelor's degree business management
Experience

Greenlight planet, inc.
Oct 2014 - Jan 2015Sales representativeConducted door-to-door sales presentations, promoting the benefits and features of solar lamps to potential customers.- Educated customers on the environmental and cost-saving advantages of switching to solar-powered lighting solutions.- Established and maintained positive relationships with customers, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.- Met and exceeded individual and team sales targets through effective prospecting and lead generation.- Collaborated with local communities and organizations to organize promotional events and demonstrations.- Provided product demonstrations and articulated the value proposition of solar lamps in an engaging manner.- Implemented strategic sales plans to penetrate new markets and expand the customer base.- Collected and reported market feedback, including customer preferences and competitor activities.- Ensured accurate and timely reporting of sales activities and achievements.- Collaborated with the sales team to share insights and contributed to the overall success of the solar lamps sales initiative. Show less

Airtel kenya
Feb 2016 - Sept 2016Terittory sales executiveDrove a 30% growth in mobile money subagents within the assigned territory, showcasing strong sales capabilities.Developed and maintained robust market relationships with key accounts, ensuring stock retention and optimal float holding levels.Conducted daily market visits, enhancing availability, competitor awareness, visibility, and brand presence within the territory.Coordinated activation vans and a team of brand activation resources, driving customer acquisition levels and achieving quality Gross Adds.Pioneered a remarkable 43% growth in the number of subscribers within six months, demonstrating effective leadership and strategic planning. Show less

Lenovo
Oct 2016 - May 2017Retail sales executiveIntroduced innovative flower farm activations, resulting in a 38.7% increase in device uptake and $27,000 in revenue.Developed and implemented device financing plans across farms, ensuring 100% repayment and efficient stock management.Led brand promotion initiatives, contributing to a 17% growth in referral sales and a 21% increase in brand trust.Earned the title "King of Corporate Sales" by establishing partnerships with flower farms, private entities, and SMEs, totaling $45,000.

Safaricom limited
Jun 2017 - Jan 2022Trade development managerFormulated and executed innovative route-to-market strategies, reducing turnover cycles and enhancing business efficiency.Spearheaded the introduction of communication platforms, streamlining information flow and reducing intervention time.Successfully enhanced brand visibility within Eastleigh and Nairobi CBD clusters by 75%.Onboarded over 450 Safaricom merchants to accept mobile payments, contributing to business growth.Achieved an 85% Right of Execution discipline (RED) score for three quarters, showcasing leadership and operational excellence.Successfully converted 65% of merchants in Eastleigh to LNM from using traditional send money methods.Recruited and managed a team of 22 Brand Ambassadors for various activations, demonstrating leadership and team management skills.Recruited 631 new retailers across Eastleigh and Nairobi CBD, showcasing strategic business development. Show less

Pyypl - for 800 million underbanked
Dec 2021 - Mar 2024Developed and executed quarterly and monthly operational plans to fuel the company's growth and profitability.Drove business development goals by generating leads, expanding the client base, and identifying cross-selling opportunities. Maintained comprehensive business reports, providing relevant returns as needed. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including marketing and Telesales, to implement business development initiatives. Evaluated and defined key target markets, creating opportunities and qualifying suitable prospects. Managed relationships with existing clients while actively attracting new ones. Kept abreast of competitor activities, providing timely market intelligence updates to the company. Conducted daily prospecting and cold calling to uncover new business leads. Developed clear, effective written proposals, and quotations for current and prospective customers. Maximized Return on Time Investment by planning and organizing a personalized sales strategy for the market. Participated in trade shows and exhibitions to showcase company offerings. Ensured timely and accurate reporting in CRM on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Identified profitable partnership opportunities in terms of markets, growth, trends, customers, and products. Maintained smooth customer relations, delivering quality after-sales experiences for onboarded clients. Coordinated onsite demos and training sessions, ensuring clients were well-informed about the product. Fulfilled other related duties as required, contributing to the overall success of the business. Show less Took sole responsibility for building and managing a network of promoters through promoter companies, directly engaging potential users.Efficiently managed promotions and campaigns, ensuring impactful market penetration.Implemented customer acquisition and distribution mechanisms, deploying the company's "go-to-market strategy." Contributed to the development and execution of comprehensive sales and marketing plans.Fostered robust, enduring customer relationships by understanding their needs and collaborating closely with them. Expanded market reach and availability, ensuring optimal product performance through effective branding and distributor channel management.Drove user onboarding and customer acquisition, establishing loyalty within specific communities in designated areas.Acquired an in-depth understanding of the product to promptly address any customer inquiries. Show less
Business Development Manager
Apr 2023 - Mar 2024Direct Sales Supervisor
Dec 2021 - Mar 2023
Licenses & Certifications
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Ic3 digital literacy certification
Google digital skills for africaApr 2020 - View certificate

Time management fundamentals
LinkedinJan 2021 - View certificate

Developing your emotional intelligence
LinkedinSept 2020 - View certificate

Making great sales presentations
LinkedinNov 2020 - View certificate

Learning wix
LinkedinSept 2020 
Digital marketing
SemrushApr 2020- View certificate

Giving and receiving feedback
LinkedinJan 2021 - View certificate

Social media marketing: strategy and optimization
LinkedinAug 2020 - View certificate

Social selling foundations
LinkedinAug 2020 - View certificate

Retail customer service
LinkedinSept 2020
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Dennis Muneneking of corporate sales Africa sales manager Lenovo Apr 2017
Languages
- enEnglish
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