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GLENN  SEGUYA

GLENN SEGUYA

SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER
Nairobi, Kenya

Summary

Dynamic Senior Account Manager with a proven track record at Dentsu Creative Kenya, specializing in strategic account management and team leadership. Excelled in building client relationships, notably with KCB and spearheaded innovative campaigns, achieving significant brand growth. Expert in insights-driven marketing and operational excellence, with a knack for mentoring teams to exceed performance KPIs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Account Manager

Dentsu Creative Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2023 - Current

Senior Account Manager
Dentsu Creative Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya
Jan 2023 – Present

  • Directed marketing strategies for key accounts including KCB and MasterCard Foundation.
  • Established strong, trust-based relationships with clients such as KCB leading to an 85% review score.
  • Partnered with creative teams to deliver campaigns exceeding performance KPIs.
  • Mentored my team of Account manager and Account Executive resulting in improved team performance metrics.

Key Achievements:

  • Built strong and lasting client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to align business needs with strategic campaigns.
  • Spearheaded award-winning and innovative campaigns that enhanced brand positioning and resonated with target audiences.
  • Mentored and guided junior team members, fostering collaboration and building a high-performing team.
  • Streamlined processes to improve operational efficiency and enhance cross-department collaboration.
  • Championed creative excellence by working closely with teams to deliver impactful campaigns recognized within the industry.
  • Played a pivotal role in retaining key clients and identifying growth opportunities within existing portfolios.
  • Developed deep knowledge of customer businesses and relationship to company objectives.

Account Manager

Brainwave Communications
Nairobi, Kenya, Nairobi Province
07.2021 - 12.2022
  • Managed accounts for Toyota Kenya, SHELL, and BIDCO Africa, driving innovative advertising strategies and cross-selling opportunities.
  • Identified new business opportunities within client portfolios, contributing to an annual revenue growth of 25%.
  • Oversaw the execution of multi-channel campaigns, maintaining high client satisfaction ratings.

Key Achievements:

  • Introduced a financing initiative between Sidian Bank and Toyota Kenya, resulting in a 20% increase in car sales.
  • Led a creative team to win a new campaign award for SHELL’s product launch.
  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.

Account Executive

Ogilvy Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
11.2019 - 06.2021
  • Handled accounts such as Airtel Kenya, TotalEnergies, and BAT, delivering customized solutions to achieve marketing objectives.
  • Planned and executed TotalEnergies' LPG campaign, which increased sales by 30%.
  • Provided regular client updates, achieving 90% adherence to project timelines.

Key Achievements:

  • Executed Airtel’s "Switch to Airtel" campaign, surpassing brand equity goals by 15%.
  • Contributed to client retention by improving service delivery processes.
  • Boosted client satisfaction by developing and maintaining strong relationships through effective communication.
  • Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

United States International University - Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2024 - 09.2024

Skills

  • Strategic Account Management

  • Client Relationship Building

  • Creative Campaign Oversight

  • Team Leadership and Development

  • Financial Forecasting and Budgeting

  • Cross-Selling and Upselling Strategies

  • Insights-Driven Marketing

  • Operational Excellence

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

United States International University - Africa
01.2024 - 09.2024

Senior Account Manager

Dentsu Creative Kenya
01.2023 - Current

Account Manager

Brainwave Communications
07.2021 - 12.2022

Account Executive

Ogilvy Africa
11.2019 - 06.2021
GLENN SEGUYASENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER