Oyiyechuku Okolo
London,Greater London
Summary
Results-driven professional with leadership experience in event planning and hospitality management. Led society operations as President of UKCPOCAS, demonstrating strong organisational skills and executive communication. Experienced Musical Theatre Actor with Regency Productions, showcasing adaptability and public speaking skills. Background in bartending and customer service at Constellation Agency London, providing high-quality service to large audiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
President
UKCPOCAS
Canterbury, Kent
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Led university society operations, enhancing member engagement through targeted event planning. Directed comprehensive event planning, ensuring alignment of budgets and timelines for successful execution. Managed supplier and venue relationships, negotiating terms to optimise event logistics and resources.
- Engaged with public through regular communication, maintaining transparency and building trust in leadership.
- Developed successful strategies and policies, meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Kept organisation in compliance with regulations and internal requirements.
Musical Theatre Actor
Regency Productions
Ramsgate, Kent
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Collaborated with directors to deliver a West End standard performance.
- Delivered compelling public speaking in live performances, engaging diverse audiences effectively.
- Engaged audiences confidently across varying room sizes.
- Communicated clearly through strong vocal and physical techniques.
- Performed consistently under pressure with professionalism and reliability.
- Adapted quickly to creative feedback and shifting production requirements.
- Supported ensemble work while fulfilling personal performance responsibilities, contributing to overall production success.
- Enhanced networking skills through regular interactions with cast and crew, fostering collaboration and support.
- Demonstrated punctuality and dedication through weekly rehearsal schedules.
- Maintained punctuality across intensive rehearsal and performance calendars.
- Balanced rehearsals, performances, and other commitments simultaneously.
- Memorised extensive dialogue for performances, music, and choreography under strict deadlines.
- Built strong working relationships in fast-paced creative environments.
Bartender
Constellation Agency London
London, Greater London
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Delivered excellent service to over 1000 guests in a fast paced environment, showing a deep understanding of beverage selections and great communication with the kitchen and floor manager to provide the highest satisfaction rate possible.
- Coordinated multiple tasks during busy shifts to optimise bar workflow and meet customer demand.
- Curated menu and ingredient selections for efficient, quick service.
- Standardised bar service practices across locations across Sandown Park and Newbury Racecourse.
- Collaborated with managers to facilitate smooth service and enhance interpersonal skills.
DJ and MC
My Mom
London, Greater London
04.2022 - 04.2022
- Curated music selection to create a vibrant atmosphere for sister's birthday party.
- Supported catering preparation and service to enhance overall celebration experience.
- Assisted in catering logistics to minimise stress and ensure smooth event flow.
Musical Theatre Actor
British Youth Music Theatre, Mountview Theatre Peckham
London, Greater London
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Performed in front of large audiences during stage productions.
- Coordinated seamless performance delivery across three stage productions with large ensemble, ensuring collaboration and cohesion.
- Sought and implemented feedback to enhance performance quality.
- Built and maintained professional networks by liaising with managers and industry contacts.
Education
Bachelors degree - Biomedical Science
07-2026
A levels - Biology, Chemistry and Maths
06-2022
GCSE's -
06-2020
Skills
- Event coordination
- Financial oversight
- Budgeting skills
- Public relations
- Strategic leadership
- Organisational leadership
- Executive communication
- Time management
- Service excellence
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Enthusiastic team player
- Executive communication
- Food safety expertise
- Executive communication
Languages
English
First Language
Custom
Brent 200m champion, 2018
Interests
Music Production
Filmmaking
Acting
Script Writing
Timeline
Musical Theatre Actor - Regency Productions
09.2025 - 04.2026
President - UKCPOCAS
09.2025 - 06.2026
Bartender - Constellation Agency London
06.2022 - 08.2024
DJ and MC - My Mom
04.2022 - 04.2022
Musical Theatre Actor - British Youth Music Theatre, Mountview Theatre Peckham
08.2019 - 08.2019
The University of Kent - Bachelors degree, Biomedical Science
St Dominic's Sixth Form College - A levels, Biology, Chemistry and Maths
Newman Catholic College - GCSE's,