Samora Assasie-Gyimah

Experience

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  Aqua Safari Resort

  Jan 2014 - Dec 2021

  • Drove complex financial negotiations with lenders, suppliers, and other stakeholders, streamlining supply chain processes to improve operational efficiencies, leading to record revenue turnover during COVID-19 pandemic business restrictions, mitigating market adversities through strategic cost management.• Transformed marketing approaches through strategic data analytics, catapulting net revenue growth 32% over 4 years• Established management training program to develop proficiency in leadership and strategic thinking, elevating organizational capabilities by securing promotions for 5 general and deputy managers within group during tenure Show less • Orchestrated financial and operational due diligence for private equity offering representing 20% of company's total outstanding shares, bolstering capital and boosting financial stability for strategic growth initiatives• Spearheaded development and launch of $1.5 Million water park project, contributing significantly to net revenue in inaugural year• Streamlined supply chain and inventory management protocols, achieving substantial reduction in food cost ratio from 60% to 34%, in line with industry best practices, while supporting significant increase in number of guests served by 30% Show less

  • General Manager

    Aug 2017 - Dec 2021

  • Operations and Projects Manager

    Apr 2015 - Aug 2017

  • Account Officer

    Jan 2014 - Apr 2015
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  Safari Group Ltd

  Dec 2021 - Jul 2024

  Chief Operating Officer

  • Directed strategic transformations across 12 business units by optimizing business processes, streamlining supply chain management, and adopting energy-saving technologies, enhancing operational efficiency by 30% and cutting operating costs by 20%• Collaborated with CEO and other senior executives to develop strategic growth plan, leading to 38% revenue increase through market expansion, innovative eco-tourism, strategic alliances, and investment in related sectors• Pioneered market-leading personal butler service initiative, elevating customer service standards and improving resort ratings, and securing TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice award for 3 consecutive years Show less