Andrew Wekunda
Project Management
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,Kenya
Summary
Accomplished Founder & Head of Partnerships at Andys Greens Ke, leveraging strategic planning and team leadership to foster significant business growth and operational excellence. Excelled in project management at Apollo Agriculture, enhancing profitability and customer retention by over 20%. Skilled in marketing, adept at driving results through innovative strategies and collaborative team environments. Entrepreneurial and creative Founder passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of multiple successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Head Of Partnerships
Andys Greens Ke
09.2021 - Current
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
Manager of Client Services and Field Operations
Apollo Agriculture
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
04.2018 - 12.2020
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for professional development opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing competitive rates while maintaining exceptional standards of service delivery.
- Analyzed market trends to inform decision-making processes for growth initiatives and expansion efforts.
- Fostered long-term relationships with clients by understanding their unique needs and anticipating service requirements.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative environment for continuous improvement.
- Improved customer retention rates by implementing targeted loyalty programs and addressing potential concerns proactively.
- Streamlined field operations logistics by developing optimized routing plans for increased efficiency.
- Increased profitability margins with the implementation of cost-saving initiatives within the department.
- Reduced operational costs through efficient resource allocation and workflow optimization.
- Implemented innovative field strategies to improve overall team performance and productivity.
- Developed comprehensive training programs to enhance staff knowledge and expertise in key service areas.
Monitoring and Evaluations Manager
One Acre Fund HQ
07.2008 - 03.2018
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Education
Master of Science - On-Going Agribusiness Operations
Strathmore University
Nairobi 07.2024 -
Bachelor of Arts - Ecomomics
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Kimilili Boys High School
Bungoma, Bungoma District, Kenya 05.2001 -
Skills
Team Leadership
Timeline
Master of Science - On-Going Agribusiness Operations
Strathmore University
07.2024 -
Founder & Head Of Partnerships
Andys Greens Ke
09.2021 - Current
Manager of Client Services and Field Operations
Apollo Agriculture
04.2018 - 12.2020
Monitoring and Evaluations Manager
One Acre Fund HQ
07.2008 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Ecomomics
Kenyatta University
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Kimilili Boys High School
05.2001 -
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