Ebenezer Akinyemi

Sales Lead at Simba Group

Ebenezer Akinyemi has extensive work experience in various roles and industries. Ebenezer began their career as a Computer/IT Engineer at Network Operating Centre [NOC] and later worked as a Computer Instructor at Ritman College during their NYSC. Ebenezer then joined Ariya Media and Entertainment Ltd as a Business Development Manager, where they were responsible for overseeing branch operations, managing sales and marketing strategies, and ensuring consistent revenue growth.

After their time at Ariya, Ebenezer served as the Creative Head and Business Manager at SHOT Technology and Studios, where they were involved in managing the creative process and overall business operations. Ebenezer then became the Business Operations Manager at Born Winners Empire, a media production and service company, where they successfully managed multiple subsidiary companies and implemented strategies for business expansion.

Ebenezer later joined Corporate Styles as a Retail Operations Manager before moving on to NACK Apparel, a Nigerian fashion brand, where they held the positions of Head of Retail Operations and Head of Operations and Sales. In these roles, they spearheaded initiatives to improve performance and operational efficiency, managed staff and departments, and played a key role in achieving sales targets and driving digital transformation.

Ebenezer'smost recent work experience was as a Sales Lead at Simba Group, specifically for their premium Bicycle Retail arm, Simba Planet. In this role, they collaborated with the executive team to define sales goals and objectives, developed strategic plans for revenue growth and market expansion, managed the sales budget and forecasts, and trained and guided the retail sales team.

Throughout their career, Ebenezer has achieved notable accomplishments, including making a startup profitable within six months, securing a partnership deal with a leading company, and driving continuous year-on-year revenue growth. Ebenezer is skilled in sales and marketing, operations management, business development, and team leadership.

Ebenezer Akinyemi received a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Engineering from Covenant University, completing their education from 2003 to 2008. In addition to their degree, they have obtained several certifications, including ones in B2B Sales Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Process Improvement, and Project Management. Ebenezer also holds a certificate in Entrepreneurship Development and is an associate member of the Institute of Strategic Management Nigeria.

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  • Sales Lead

    July, 2023 - present