Benedict Alabi. Msc, FCIB, SFP
Osogbo,Osun State
Summary
Detail-orientated and analytical individual, trained in business management , facility management with a stint in public service. Consistently seeking opportunities to learn and develop new skills, with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices.
Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles, financial management and team development. Skilled in identifying oppourtunities and implementing practical group strategies with commitment to international best practices.
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work history
Board Chairman
Eliezer Workplace Management Limited
ikeja/ Lagos, Nigeria
05.2023 - Current
- Advised board members on possible paths for decisions and recommended choices.
- Provided recommendations on board of directors on group's effectiveness, actions and future plans.
- Presided over quaterly meetings of company board of directors .
- Chaired shareholder meetings, disseminating information and fielded questions.
- Supervised budgets and timelines, ensuring progress met project scope targets.
- Interpreted underlying risks, business needs, client requirements and cost structures to increase forecasting accuracy.
- Spearheaded development and delivery of future product offerings based on in-depth market research.
- Facilitated decision making by building consensus and developing solutions.
Deputy Governor
Osun State Government
Osogbo/ Osun, Osun State, Nigeria
11.2018 - 11.2022
- Advises Executive Governor on state affairs.
- Support the Execuitve Governor in execution of all state executive decisions.
- Led and inspired exco members to uphold set standards and demonstrate professionalism.
- Identified service gaps, developing plans to strengthen or expand offerings.
Managing Director
Eliezer Workplace Management Limited
Ikeja/Lagos, Nigeria
07.2007 - 11.2018
- Spearheaded expansion strategies to increase business market share, drive growth and increase customer base.
- Oversaw budgetary and financial activities and implemented strategies to grow business and profits.
- Devised key initiatives that drove substantial business growth.
- Developed and implemented half-year strategic review plan informing future business expectations and direction.
- Worked with department heads on improving procedures and practices to improve department performance.
- Developed methods of tracking expenses, controlled company budget and devised new ways to save money while maintaining excellent service records.
- Cultivated forward-thinking business culture to lead industry in innovation.
- Drove profit increase by transforming production process to meet dynamic industry conditions.
- Took feedback from employees to develop internal policies for positive company culture.
- Adapted to market changes by implementing new market expansions.
- Strengthened valuable industry partnerships to drive engagement and revenue streams.
- Participated in labour contract negotiations, successfully remaining within budget.
- Created and implemented policies and objectives to improve productivity and maximise investment return.
Divisional Head
Sterling Bank Plc
Victoria Island/ Lagos, Nigeria
02.2000 - 07.2007
- Led and managed staff of the division to maintain smooth daily operations.
- Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
- Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
- Controlled resources of the division and tracked use.
- Drafted procedural statements and guidelines for bank -wide use.
- Translated senior management directives into actionable front-line policies and implemented changes with staff.
- Represented organisations at seminars, conferences and business events.
- Organised financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning.
- Planned revenue generation strategies designed for growth.
- Analysed and resolved complex resource management issues for optimised scheduling.
- Established clear budgets and cost controls strategies to meet objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Economics
University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria 09/2001 - 10/2003
Bachelor of Science - Banking and Finance
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ogun State, Nigeria 09/1998 - 09/2000
Ordinary National Diploma - Banking
The Polytechnic Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria 09/1983 - 07/1985
GCSEs - Social Science
Lagos African Church Grammar school
Ifako Agege, Lagos, Nigeria 09/1979 - 06/1982
Primary School Leaving Certificate - General Studies
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, Ikire
Ikire/ Nigeria 09/1971 - 06/1977
Skills
- Strong financial management and forcasting
- Deep understanding of facility issues, operations and management
- Strategic planning and execution expert
- Policy development and implementation
- skilled for complex negotiation
- Critical analysis of political matters
- Compliance management and control
- Organization and Time Management
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Board Chairman
Eliezer Workplace Management Limited
05.2023 - Current
Deputy Governor
Osun State Government
11.2018 - 11.2022
Managing Director
Eliezer Workplace Management Limited
07.2007 - 11.2018
Divisional Head
Sterling Bank Plc
02.2000 - 07.2007
Master of Science - Economics
University of Lagos
09/2001 - 10/2003
Bachelor of Science - Banking and Finance
Olabisi Onabanjo University
09/1998 - 09/2000
Ordinary National Diploma - Banking
The Polytechnic Ibadan
09/1983 - 07/1985
GCSEs - Social Science
Lagos African Church Grammar school
09/1979 - 06/1982
Primary School Leaving Certificate - General Studies
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, Ikire
09/1971 - 06/1977
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