Ogechi J. Okwechime

Ogechi J. Okwechime has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles. Ogechi J. started their career as an Intern Customer Service Officer at Guaranty Trust Bank Plc in 2007. Ogechi J. then served as a Retail Banking Officer at Keystone Bank Limited during their NYSC year in 2008.

After that, Ogechi joined Myeko Nigeria Ltd in 2009 as a Purchasing, Sales, and Logistic Officer. In this role, they were responsible for trade execution, monitoring petroleum prices, implementing product release control systems, and maintaining client relationships.

In 2012, Ogechi joined Fidelity Bank PLC as a Product Manager. Ogechi J. played a significant role in envisioning and implementing the Fidelity Instant Banking service, growing it from zero users to over 600,000 users. Ogechi J. also drove the development of a bespoke USSD engine for better product performance and profitability. Additionally, they coordinated various administrative, branding, and CSR activities within the bank.

Ogechi then moved to Access Bank Plc in 2017, where they worked as a Product Manager in Digital Banking. Ogechi J. was responsible for managing and enhancing the bank's digital banking products.

Since 2018, Ogechi has been working at Interswitch Group in various roles. Ogechi J. started as a Product and Marketing Manager for Cards and Payment Tokens, leading the marketing efforts for debit, prepaid cards, and payment tokens in Sub-Saharan Africa. Later, they transitioned to the role of Product Marketing Manager for Verve Cards, where they focused on marketing strategies and initiatives for Verve cards.

Currently, Ogechi holds the position of Growth Marketing Manager for Quickteller Paypoint at Interswitch Group, where they are responsible for driving growth and marketing initiatives for this payment service.

Overall, Ogechi J. Okwechime has a strong background in product management, marketing, and business development within the financial services industry.

Ogechi J. Okwechime completed their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in French Language and Literature at the University of Lagos, from 2003 to 2007. Ogechi J. furthered their education at The University of Salford, where they obtained a Master of Science (MS) degree in Digital Marketing from 2022 to 2023. In addition to their formal education, Okwechime has acquired several certifications to enhance their knowledge and skills. Ogechi J. obtained the Certified Marketing Analyst (MCP) certification from Wharton Online in October 2021. In July 2018, they obtained the Certified Product Manager (CPM) certification from Product Focus and also achieved the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification from GoLeanSixSigma.com in March 2018. Furthermore, Okwechime received a Professional Education Certificate of Achievement in Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Social Media, and E-Commerce from Wharton Online in October 2017.