Edward Gathua
Summary
Accomplished Sales Representative with solid sales history and in-depth experience. Diligent and professional with expertise in conducting market analysis and recognizing trends within territories.
Motivated sales professional offering progressive sales and marketing experience. Results-oriented and energetic with unsurpassed interpersonal and communication strengths. Productive, hardworking and known for consistent performance against target sales goals and customer service expectations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice
Britam Holding
03.2025 - Current
- Boosted sales revenue by implementing effective sales strategies and cultivating relationships with key clients.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic marketing plans and sales initiatives.
- Increased regional sales by implementing effective training programs for sales representatives.
Intern
KPLC
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Data Research Analyst
Research Club
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Ran statistical analyses within software to process large datasets.
- Identified areas for process improvement within the team's work routines resulting in more efficient output.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration
United States International University
9 2025
High School Diploma -
Melvin Jones Lions Academy
10 2020
Skills
- Travel insurance sales
- Insurance sales
- Sales targeting
- Sales data tracking
- Sales commission management
Websites
Personal Information
References
Jacqueline Kitinga
Regional Manager
+254722660944
jkitinga@britam.com
David Njihia
Lecturer
United States International University
danjihia@usiu.ac.ke
+254 721530201
Co-curricular activities
- Actively contributed to the USIU Sports Leadership Team, collaborating with peers to organize events, promote athletic participation, and develop leadership skills in a dynamic sports environment."
- Actively participated in strategic decision-making, oversaw event planning, and coordinated efforts to enhance team dynamics within the USIU Sports Leadership Team."
- Representing my university in the East African University Games, where I honed leadership, teamwork, and competitive skills in a high-performance environment.
- Participated in service-based learning at a children's home, fostering empathy, leadership, and community engagement while supporting the development and well-being of children.
Timeline
Apprentice
Britam Holding
03.2025 - Current
Intern
KPLC
10.2024 - 04.2025
Data Research Analyst
Research Club
07.2021 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Melvin Jones Lions Academy
Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration
United States International University