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Dennis Makori

Dennis Makori

Summary

Innovative Product Development Lead with experience in the full product development lifecycle, from conceptualization to market launch. Skilled in integrating customer feedback into functional product designs and working cross-functionally to drive project completion. Demonstrated strengths include problem-solving, strategic planning, and team leadership. Previous work has consistently resulted in successful product launches and improved user experiences.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Development Lead

Symmetric Events (Bratislava Trainings LTD)
Nairobi
08.2024 - Current

Market Research: Conduct in-depth research to identify training needs and gaps in the market.
Product Roadmap: Develop and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap, outlining the company's training offerings, development timeline, and alignment with business objectives.
Product Lifecycle Management: Monitor the performance of existing training programs, and make necessary adjustments.
Customer Feedback: Gather feedback from clients to continuously improve training programs.

Cross-functional Liaison: Coordinate with operations, trainers, and finance teams to ensure smooth delivery of training programs and client satisfaction.

Senior Business Development Executive (Sales)

Symmetric Events (Bratislava Trainings LTD)
Nairobi
08.2019 - 08.2024

Sales & Revenue Growth: Drive sales by identifying, pursuing, and closing new business opportunities with corporate clients and industry professionals, achieving and exceeding revenue targets.

Client Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with decision-makers, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.

Consultative Selling: Engaging clients in needs analysis to recommend tailored training solutions that align with their business and compliance requirements (in-house training).

Lead Generation & Pipeline Management: Sourcing and qualifying leads through research, networking, referrals, and industry events, maintaining a healthy pipeline to secure consistent business growth.

Proposal & Contract Negotiation: Prepare and present compelling proposals, handle objections, and negotiate contracts to close deals effectively.

Collaboration with Marketing: Work closely with the marketing team to design and execute targeted campaigns, events, and digital strategies that support lead generation and brand visibility.

Reporting & Forecasting: Provide accurate sales reports, revenue forecasts, and performance insights to management for strategic planning.

Account Management: Nurture key accounts by providing after-sales support, identifying upselling opportunities, and ensuring long-term partnerships.

Event Promotion: Actively promote upcoming training courses, conferences, and seminars through personalized outreach and participation in industry forums.

Sales Executive

Fleming
Nairobi
08.2018 - 07.2019
  • Lead Generation Support: Research potential clients, compile target lists, and assist in building a qualified sales pipeline.
  • Client Outreach: Conduct initial contact with prospects via calls, emails, and LinkedIn to introduce training programs and gather interest.
  • Sales Coordination: Support senior sales team in preparing proposals, quotes, and contracts for clients.
  • CRM & Data Management: Maintain accurate records of client interactions, leads, and opportunities in the CRM system.
  • Market Research: Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to help identify new sales opportunities.
  • Event Promotion: Assist in promoting training courses, seminars, and webinars to prospective clients.
  • Customer Support: Handle basic client inquiries, provide program information, and escalate complex requests to senior team members.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with marketing to execute outreach campaigns and follow up on generated leads.
  • Reporting: Prepare weekly sales activity reports for management review.

Customer Service Representative

Startimes Kenya
Nairobi
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Assisted customers with inquiries regarding services and product offerings.
  • Resolved customer complaints by providing effective solutions and support.
  • Educated customers about new promotions and service updates effectively.
  • Provided feedback on recurring issues to improve overall customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges, and technical support.
  • Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Conducted regular follow-up calls with customers after resolving their issues.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Aeronautical Engineering

Kenya Aeronautical College
Nairobi
11-2014

Skills

  • Market research
  • Integrated marketing
  • Product roadmap
  • Product lifecycle management
  • Proposal negotiation
  • Client relationship management
  • Customer service improvement
  • Account management strategies

Languages

English
First Language
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Product Development Lead

Symmetric Events (Bratislava Trainings LTD)
08.2024 - Current

Senior Business Development Executive (Sales)

Symmetric Events (Bratislava Trainings LTD)
08.2019 - 08.2024

Sales Executive

Fleming
08.2018 - 07.2019

Customer Service Representative

Startimes Kenya
06.2016 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Engineering - Aeronautical Engineering

Kenya Aeronautical College
Dennis Makori