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Austin  Ogah

Austin Ogah

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

Executive business leader with proven track records of leading and growing banking businesses; strong background in corporate negotiations, strategic planning, financial management and team development. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and processes

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Principal Partner

Loga Percent Services Ltd
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory
11.2021 - 11.2025

⦁ Develop key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
⦁ Cultivate forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
⦁ Identify new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
⦁ Negotiate terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
⦁ Formulate and execute strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.

Business Executive

Sterling Bank Plc
North Central Nigeria
06.2018 - 11.2021

⦁ Led Business Growth in 5 key strategic sectors of Health, Education, Agriculture, Renewal Energy & Transport in North central States of Nigeria
⦁ Built relationships with customers and sundry business communities to establish long-term business growth.
⦁ Collaborated with other management teams to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
⦁ Applied the use of analytics to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
⦁ Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships, etc.

Branch Manager

First City Monument Bank
Jos , Plateau State
01.2017 - 10.2017

⦁ Achieved superior sales objectives by coordinating sales team and developing successful strategies.
⦁ Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.
⦁ Analyzed applicants' financial status for credit evaluations and loan feasibility.
⦁ Devised effective recovery strategies to resolve customer issues on delinquent loans.
⦁ Maximized performance by monitoring daily/weekly/monthly activities and mentoring team members.
⦁ Controlled costs to keep business operating within profits budget.

Branch Manager

First City Monument Bank
Makurdi , Benue State
10.2015 - 10.2017
  • Led daily operations to ensure efficient branch performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness.
  • Mentored and trained staff to improve skills and promote a culture of excellence within the team.
  • Oversaw compliance with banking regulations and internal policies to mitigate risks and ensure integrity.

Zonal Head

First City Monument Bank
North Central, Nigeria
08.2011 - 12.2014
  • Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives across multiple regions.
  • Oversaw performance management processes to enhance employee engagement and productivity.
  • Coordinated market analysis and competitive research to inform business development strategies.
  • Facilitated training sessions to upskill staff and promote a culture of continuous learning.

Deputy Manager

Guaranty Trust Bank
Jos, Plateau State
11.2006 - 07.2011

⦁ Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
⦁ Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
⦁ Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
⦁ Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
⦁ Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.

Assistant Manager

Zenith Bank
Abuja & Makurdi
04.2002 - 10.2006

⦁ Sales Presentation
⦁ Effective prospecting & business growth
⦁ Extraversion & Team Playing
⦁ Retail & SME Loans processing & monitoring
⦁ Personalized Customer Service

Banking Officer

Allstates Trust bank
Lagos , Lagos
07.1999 - 03.2002

⦁ Attended training/courses to build understanding of processes, techniques and industry knowledge
⦁ Shadowed senior team members to learn all related jobs and tasks
⦁ Established lasting relationships with peers, leadership and customers, using strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Master of Science - Accounting

Bingham University
New Karu, Near Abuja
12.2024 -

Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting

University of Mkar
Mkar, Benue State
01.2023 - 01.2024

Professional Certificate - Accountancy

Nigerian College of Accountancy
Kuru, Near Jos
05.2017 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Agriculture - Agricultural Economics

University of Agriculture
Makurdi
02.1992 - 05.1997

Skills

Process Improvement
Risk and Mitigation Analysis
Organizational Leadership
Corporate Strategy and Development

Risk assessment and mitigation

Performance metrics evaluation

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Analytics

Certification

Member, Association of National Accountants of Nigeria

Fellow –Chartered Institute of Corporate Administrators
Paul Harris Fellow – Rotary International

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Timeline

Master of Science - Accounting

Bingham University
12.2024 -

Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting

University of Mkar
01.2023 - 01.2024

Principal Partner

Loga Percent Services Ltd
11.2021 - 11.2025

Business Executive

Sterling Bank Plc
06.2018 - 11.2021

Professional Certificate - Accountancy

Nigerian College of Accountancy
05.2017 - 08.2018

Branch Manager

First City Monument Bank
01.2017 - 10.2017

Branch Manager

First City Monument Bank
10.2015 - 10.2017

Zonal Head

First City Monument Bank
08.2011 - 12.2014

Deputy Manager

Guaranty Trust Bank
11.2006 - 07.2011

Assistant Manager

Zenith Bank
04.2002 - 10.2006

Banking Officer

Allstates Trust bank
07.1999 - 03.2002

Bachelor of Agriculture - Agricultural Economics

University of Agriculture
02.1992 - 05.1997
Austin Ogah