Adeniyi Olowoniyi
Chief Information Officer
LONDON,LND
Summary
C-level Executive with 23 years of complex program management and product development experience to support IT operations. Background in successful IT implementation, digital transformation and presentation to key stakeholders. Successfully coordinates project work to mitigate risks and solve technical issues while providing IT budget oversight.
Tech savvy Information Technology Executive with strong background in life-cycle and information technology project management methodologies. Skilled in senior-level metrics reporting to support and integrate divergent data sources and monitor performance strategy. Leverages extensive network infrastructure and process knowledge to meet operational goals. Knowledgeable CIO with outstanding knowledge of ERP system design and implementation. Certified and trained in Enterprise Architecture (TOGAF Certified), ITIL and Project Management. Successful at planning prioritized data systems and detailed data-reporting.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director
Variable Data Networks Ltd
Lagos
07.2022 - Current
- Board director with responsibility and oversight for Platform Capitals investment in Valio Technologies, Board director with responsibility and oversight for Platform Capitals
- Advised on daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity
Non-Executive Director
Valio Technologies Pty Ltd
Johannesburg
03.2022 - Current
- Director, Advisory Board Non
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Group Chief Information Officer
Platform Capital Investment Partners
Lagos
01.2022 - Current
- Overall responsibility for all technology matters group-wide, including commercial and technical activities and operations with clients, contractors, and 3rd party vendors
- Oversight B2B relationships between Platform Capital and its portfolio companies and technology service partners
- Responsible for setting corporate IT vision and direction group-wide.
- Scrutinized data to troubleshoot and identify improvement opportunities.
- Collaborated with management to define, document and implement new processes.
- Performed routine quality control and assessment reviews to drive accuracy and compliance of applications.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Researched new technologies and chose best options for company priorities and cost-effectiveness.
- Devised and wrote corporate technology procedures, modifying security policies for each worker level.
- Configured and implemented IT initiatives to produce measurable business value.
- Developed and led large-scale technology initiatives for long-term strategic plans and solutions.
- Supervised multi-functional teams of technology professionals, coders and support experts.
- Tracked departmental expenditures, project schedules and team performance and progress.
- Designed internal dashboard for at-a-glance system and project status reporting.
- Polled department heads to assess current and projected IT needs.
- Determined best methods for IT to support key business objectives.
- Guided testing process and validation for major software releases.
- Reported monthly to senior executive team on budget, in-flight initiatives and upcoming projects.
- Worked closely with vendors and technology partners on integrations, infrastructure and enterprise solutions.
- Analyzed financial investment in IT systems, potential return on investment and impact on productivity.
- Evaluated IT capital budget to measure and monitor fixed asset proposals.
- Created long-range IT plan to support projected growth and requirements for added capacity.
- Assessed business requirements to forecast annual budgetary operational costs.
- Aligned IT solutions and deliverables with company strategic vision.
- Led agile teams to deliver products quickly and to respond to user requirements.
- Built IT infrastructure to support key business strategies and evolving processes.
- Groomed team talents through robust professional development program and training opportunities.
- Established positive relationships with industry leaders to gain insight into innovations and trends.
Director
Chrisland Schools Limited
Lagos
07.2020 - Current
- Overall oversight of technology function within group of schools and its subsidiary entities Responsible for Group digital transformation of all functions including curriculum
- Overall responsibility for IT project management including vendor selection and management.
Chief Information Officer
Petrolex Oil and Gas Group
Lagos
01.2015 - 01.2022
- I managed the analysis and re-engineering of existing business processes
- Identified and developed the capability to use new tools
- Reshaped the enterprise's physical infrastructure and network access
- Exploited the enterprise's knowledge resources to the benefit of the group companies
- Headed the Groups effort to integrate the latest technology into both its long-term strategy and its immediate business plans
- Tasked with driving crucial IT projects which were essential to the strategic and operational objectives of Petrolex Oil and Gas
- Group
- Was also responsible for leading the development of an IT governance framework that defined the working relationships and sharing of IT resources within the group.
- Researched new technologies and chose best options for company priorities and cost-effectiveness.
- Devised and wrote corporate technology procedures, modifying security policies for each worker level.
- Configured and implemented IT initiatives to produce measurable business value.
- Supervised multi-functional teams of technology professionals, coders and support experts.
- Groomed team talents through robust professional development program and training opportunities.
- Designed internal dashboard for at-a-glance system and project status reporting.
- Tracked departmental expenditures, project schedules and team performance and progress.
Partner, Business Technology Solutions
BAO Partners
Lagos
01.2013 - 01.2015
- ROI Adapted IT strategy to be dynamic and change with the business
- Ensured the cost-effectiveness of IT strategy
- Business Analysis & Process
- Engineering Used data modelling techniques to improve organizational effectiveness
- Formulated ways for business improvement via scientific research
- Oversaw the implementation of new technology and systems
- Documented the current state (as-is) and proposed a future state (to-be)
- Managerial & C-Level Group Head, IT Group Head, IT Partner, Business Technology Solutions, Partner, Business Technology Solutions Responsible for the delivery of solutions to support the changing needs of the business with an optimal level of investment in tools and technologies
- As the Partner in charge of IT, I was aware of relevant business and technology industry trends and looked upon as the technology leader for the Group
- Responsible for current knowledge and prior experience with one or more of the multiple energy segments the Company participates in and the key strategic issues the enterprise must address
- Provided corporate leadership to set and align IT vision and strategy with the Company’s overall business goals and objectives
- I oversaw enterprise-wide IT activities, governance, and spending across all businesses; worked with senior business leaders to agree on priorities and spending rationale; and continued to optimize the portfolio of IT solutions
- I was able to challenge the business to leverage IT effectively and efficiently, through improved business processes, timely access to business-critical information and corporate knowledge
- I was responsible for the development and sustenance of a professional team by hiring, retaining, developing, empowering, and motivating
- As part of my responsibilities, I ensured appropriate IT due diligence on new business applications and infrastructure and delivered projects within agreed schedules & costs
- I was also able to provide an appropriate and secure information environment and infrastructure for Company data and systems.
Group Head of IT
West Atlantic Energy, Prime Atlantic Group
Lagos
04.2010 - 03.2012
- Oversaw all technology operations (e.g., network security) and evaluate them according to established goals
- Developed IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by board
- Analyzed the business requirements of all departments to determine their technology needs
- Procured efficient and cost-effective technological equipment and software.
WORKS PERFORMED
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Deployment of the OSP by West Atlantic Energy for Department of,
- Led the team that deployed the OSP (Offshore Safety Permit) System in the private cloud built by my team and I
- The solution was also deployed to heliports across the country that serve offshore platforms.
Product and Propositions Development Manager
MTN Nigeria
Lagos
12.2008 - 04.2010
- 1a, Abeke Ogunkoya Drive, off Babatunde Anjous Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos | Assessed the use of ICT hardware and software to ensure functionality and efficiency
- Identified the need for upgrades, configurations, or new systems
- Managed, trained, and mentored ICT team
- Managed technology budget and reported on expenditure
- Managed relationships with vendors and created cost-efficient contracts
- Took overall responsibility for the success of product
- Contributed towards product strategy and vision
- Met regularly with all stakeholders, including product developers, marketing, customer service, finance, and executive management
- Collated and analyzed user feedback
- Managed multiple product budgets
- Gathered and evaluated ideas and opinions
- Planned new features and changes to multiple products
- Demonstrated new ideas and features to stakeholders
- Created timelines and roadmaps for developing the product
- Attended conferences and events related to product or service
- Implemented and supported marketing campaigns
- Created and oversaw development and project management processes
- Researched and learnt about users and product's market including competitors and similar products.
Enterprise Architect
MTN Nigeria
Lagos
07.2007 - 12.2008
- Identified priorities for change to enable delivery at pace
- Lead and influenced the delivery of cross-cutting capabilities that enable change
- Owned the enterprise architecture vision, strategy and roadmaps from a business, technology, and data perspective, including ‘as is’, ‘to be’ and transitional states
- Consulted and supported collaboration across the business.
- Designed solutions for modern and legacy applications.
- Developed application frameworks, standardized procedures and managed delivery processes.
- Worked effectively in Agile environments to maintain efficient project work.
- Researched and evaluated available tools to determine proper method of developing artifacts.
- Put together strategic plan to keep solutions in line with company and industry standards.
- Unified disparate data structures and operating environments during revamps of processing facilities, data centers and more.
- Designed internal process improvements to automate repetitive tasks, shortening data delivery times.
- Migrated numerous legacy systems to newer technologies, reducing costs and enhancing efficiency of computing tasks.
- Established and secured enterprise-wide data analytics structures.
- Developed and delivered business information solutions.
- Designed data models for complex analysis needs.
- Managed identification, protection and use of data assets.
- Gathered, defined and refined requirements, led project design and oversaw implementation.
- Incorporated cloud architecture into new facility planning, reducing need for on-site equipment and technical support personnel.
- Employed Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and Platform-as-a-Service ( PaaS) products to reduce initial outlay in systems purchasing 15%.
- Generated customized architecture specifically optimized for several database technologies.
- Complied with regulatory guidelines such as [Type] in design architecture, ensuring adherence to strict privacy and security laws.
- Authored full Center of Enablement (CoE) design plan optimized for governance and performance metrics sought by client.
- Created multi-site system architecture plans to reduce redundancy across entire organization.
- Created sets of pre-fabricated systems architecture models for deployment at multiple facilities across enterprise-class organizations.
- Verified isolation of data to specific geographic borders to comply with national and international data transmission laws and regulations.
- Drafted conceptual and logical data models for high-level system planning tasks, optimizing each model to customers' needs and budgets.
Assistant Manager
Honeywell Group Limited
Lagos
02.2005 - 07.2007
- Business Development and Special Projects Conducted requirements elicitation, clarification, and analysis
- This involved identifying business needs/project opportunities; and auditing existing policies, procedures, practices, and technology
- Analyzed and determined problem/opportunity as well as solution resolution
- Collected and analyzed feedback from end-users to create requirements for next release of solutions
- Coordinated and managed the implementation of business initiatives
- Ensured that all business requirements and their integrity are maintained
- Assisted in the development of end-user training content for the use in instructor-led and technology- based trainings
- Developed, documented, and enhanced solutions architecture processes
- Developed, coordinated, and conducted research on new technologies and new businesses.
Data Analyst
English Churches Housing Group
London
05.2000 - 05.2003
- Used specialist tools to extract the data needed
- Responded to data-related queries and keeping track of these
- Analyzed data to identify trends
- Set up processes and systems to make working with data more efficient
- Researched new ways to make use of data
- Produced reports and charts communicating trends within data to non-specialists
- Presented information generated from data to clients and managers.
- Synthesized complex analytics-derived insights into easy-to-understand, actionable recommendations for business users.
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
- Identified, analyzed and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets.
- Tested data prediction algorithms based on historical data.
- Extracted and interpreted data patterns to translate findings into actionable outcomes.
- Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
Education
Master of Arts - Computer Resources and Information Management
Webster University
St Louis, Missouri, USA 04.2002 - 04.2004
MBA - Business Administration, Information Technology
Webster University
St Louis, Missouri, USA 04.2000 - 04.2002
B.Sc. - Computer Systems Engineering and Management
Richmond, The American International University
City Of London, LND 01.1995 - 04.1998
Skills
OTHER SKILLS/ PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICSExcellent Human Resource Management skillsExcellent ICT skillsEasily adapts to adverse work conditions and thrives underPressureLoves challengesTeam PlayerAn original thinker who gets the job doneAmiable personality
Issues resolution
Script review and revision
Cast and crew supervision
Creative Cloud proficiency
Software updates
IT architecture
[Software] use
Data analysis
System design
Budgeting
Business Development
Program oversight
Business administration
Business planning
Staff Management
Financial Management
Negotiation
Financial administration
Consulting
Written Communication
Dependable and Responsible
PPE Compliance
Flexible and Adaptable
Affiliations
The Open Group Architecture Framework TOGAF
British Computer Society BCS
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers IEEE
Additional Information
- AWARDS , RICHMOND “TABLE TENNIS CAPTAIN” 1996 Annual award given to best table tennis player from the 1st and 2nd year students at the annual Table Tennis competition. Others
Timeline
Director
Variable Data Networks Ltd
07.2022 - Current
Non-Executive Director
Valio Technologies Pty Ltd
03.2022 - Current
Group Chief Information Officer
Platform Capital Investment Partners
01.2022 - Current
Director
Chrisland Schools Limited
07.2020 - Current
Chief Information Officer
Petrolex Oil and Gas Group
01.2015 - 01.2022
Partner, Business Technology Solutions
BAO Partners
01.2013 - 01.2015
Group Head of IT
West Atlantic Energy, Prime Atlantic Group
04.2010 - 03.2012
WORKS PERFORMED
01.2010 - 01.2011
Product and Propositions Development Manager
MTN Nigeria
12.2008 - 04.2010
Enterprise Architect
MTN Nigeria
07.2007 - 12.2008
Assistant Manager
Honeywell Group Limited
02.2005 - 07.2007
Master of Arts - Computer Resources and Information Management
Webster University
04.2002 - 04.2004
Data Analyst
English Churches Housing Group
05.2000 - 05.2003
MBA - Business Administration, Information Technology
Webster University
04.2000 - 04.2002
B.Sc. - Computer Systems Engineering and Management
Richmond, The American International University
01.1995 - 04.1998