James Njoroge
Nairobi
Summary
Motivated and reliable business development professional with 4+ years of experience driving growth through relationship-based selling and client engagement. Known for honesty, strong communication and teamwork, with the ability to work independently in remote environments. Quick to learn, highly adaptable to company processes and consistently positive with a strong desire for career growth, continuous learning and advancement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Executive / Article Writer
Joshua Lew Agency
12.2023 - 12.2025
- Supported business growth through remote client engagement and lead nurturing activities.
- Combined sales outreach with content writing to support marketing and conversion efforts.
- Worked independently while collaborating with a fully remote team to meet deadlines and targets.
Business Development Executive
Acorn Holdings Africa
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Supported sales and marketing initiatives for real estate investment products.
- Assisted with client acquisition, education, and on boarding through structured follow-ups.
- Collaborated with internal teams to support deal progression and investor confidence.
Business Development Executive
Optiven Limited
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Closed KES 4.3M (USD 34,000) in value-added land sales by targeting diaspora clients.
- Generated leads using WhatsApp diaspora groups and social media platforms.
- Managed the full remote sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
- Built trust with international clients through virtual consultations and follow-ups.
Senior Business Development Executive
Biizbox
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Closed KES 4.3M (USD 34,000) in value-added land sales by targeting diaspora clients.
- Generated leads using WhatsApp diaspora groups and social media platforms.
- Managed the full remote sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
- Built trust with international clients through virtual consultations and follow-ups.
Business Development Executive
Cytonn Investments Management PLC
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Closed KES 1.1M (USD 8,000+) in unit trust sales by targeting local working-class clients.
- Educated clients on investment products, benefits, and risk profiles.
- Managed the full sales cycle from prospecting to conversion.
Research Associate
Bitcircuit Technologies Limited
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Conducted market and technology research to support product and strategy decisions.
- Prepared research reports and insights for internal stakeholders.
Sales Assistant
Sony Centre
Watford
05.2007 - 09.2007
- Generated £6,000+ in electronics sales through consultative selling.
- Explained technical product features clearly to customers to drive purchasing decisions.
- Delivered strong customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
Education
The Complete 2024 Web Development Bootcamp - Courses
Udemy
03.2027
Google Skills For Africa - Digital Marketing And E-Commerce - Courses
Coursera
09.2026
Study Program - Courses
Ajira Digital, ICT Authority
Nairobi07.2018
Starting A Business - Courses
High Speed Training
Watford, Hertfordshire, UK06.2013
Level 2 Healthier Food And Special Diets - Courses
High Speed Training
Watford, Hertfordshire, UK02.2013
Extended Engineering Degree - Initial Year - Courses
University Of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, Hertfordshire, UK06.2009
European Computer Driving License - Courses
West Herts College
Watford, Hertfordshire, UK06.2007
GCSE's - Courses
West Herts College
Watford, Hertfordshire, UK06.2006
City&Guilds Computer Aided Design Level 3 - Courses
Oaklands College
Welwyn Garden City, UK06.2005
GNVQ Business - Courses
Oaklands College
06.2004
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Team Work
- Self Motivation
- Communication And Negotiation
- Writing
- Tech Savviness
- Time Management
- Project Management
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
Accomplishments
- Value Added Land Sales, 04/01/21 - 01/01/22, Closed KES 4.3M (USD 34,000) in value-added land sales for Optiven Limited by targeting diaspora clients using WhatsApp groups and social media, managing the full sales cycle end-to-end.
- Vuka I-REIT Sales, 05/01/22 - 12/01/23, Onboarded clients onto the Vuka I-REIT platform by combining sales and digital marketing strategies and managing the full remote onboarding process.
- Unit Trust Sales, 04/01/19 - 12/01/19, Closed KES 1.1M (USD 8,000+) in unit trust sales by targeting local working-class clients and managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to conversion.
- Sony Electronics Sales, 05/01/07 - 09/01/07, Closed £6,000+ in electronics sales at the Sony Centre by converting walk-in customers using consultative selling and strong product knowledge.
Projects
Personal Blog, 02/01/20 - 06/01/20, https://innovateke.tech.blog/author/j9njoroge/
Hobbies and Interests
- Exercise
- ICT
- Innovation
- Business
- Football
- Listening To Music
- Nutrition
- Photography
- Fashion
Languages
- Swahili, 40/100
- Spanish, 20/100
- English, 100/100
Timeline
Business Development Executive / Article Writer
Joshua Lew Agency
12.2023 - 12.2025
Business Development Executive
Acorn Holdings Africa
05.2022 - 12.2023
Business Development Executive
Optiven Limited
03.2021 - 01.2022
Senior Business Development Executive
Biizbox
01.2020 - 03.2021
Business Development Executive
Cytonn Investments Management PLC
04.2019 - 12.2019
Research Associate
Bitcircuit Technologies Limited
01.2016 - 01.2018
Sales Assistant
Sony Centre
05.2007 - 09.2007
The Complete 2024 Web Development Bootcamp - Courses
Udemy
Google Skills For Africa - Digital Marketing And E-Commerce - Courses
Coursera
Study Program - Courses
Ajira Digital, ICT Authority
Starting A Business - Courses
High Speed Training
Level 2 Healthier Food And Special Diets - Courses
High Speed Training
Extended Engineering Degree - Initial Year - Courses
University Of Hertfordshire
European Computer Driving License - Courses
West Herts College
GCSE's - Courses
West Herts College
City&Guilds Computer Aided Design Level 3 - Courses
Oaklands College
GNVQ Business - Courses
Oaklands College