Expeditions
Jimmy Opiyo
Brand Builder
Nairobi
Summary
As an innovation manager with an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for consumers, my professional background is centered around delivering game-changing innovations that drive business growth. With a track record of amazing results and extensive experience in consumer marketing and innovation, I have successfully built purposeful winning brands, led product innovation, and leveraged consumer insights to sell more.
My resume highlights my ability to identify emerging market trends and consumer needs, and to use that knowledge to develop innovative products and services that meet those needs. I have a proven ability to work cross-functionally with teams to successfully launch new products and have led large-scale innovation projects from concept to commercialization.
Additionally, I have a strong understanding of the role that purposeful branding plays in building consumer trust and loyalty. I have successfully developed and executed brand strategies that have resulted in increased market share and revenue growth.
Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated a passion for innovation and a commitment to delivering results. With my extensive experience and expertise in consumer marketing and innovation, I am confident that I can drive game-changing innovations that will lead to long-term business success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Founder and Brand Builder
Drunkenape
Nairobi
07.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Increased productivity by 40% by Introducing new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Crafted business plans that identified long term company goals and also detailed smaller goals to keep organization on track.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion that increased our revenue by 10 %.
- Managed divisional marketing, advertising and new product development that increased revenue by 20 %
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
Senior Hardware Engineer
compulynx Ltd
Nairobi
07.2019 - Current
- Tested and accurately configured software and maintained high-functioning hardware.
- Increased Productivity by 10% by driving implementation of quality requirements for new product designs and adherence to customer specifications and production requirements.
- Worked with senior executives to develop problem-solving strategies.
- Consulted with network engineering staff to evaluate hardware and software requirements for new system development.
- Investigated hardware product issues involving materials and software and devised solutions.
- Met regularly with clients to discuss project specifications and milestones and provide updates on progress.
- Participated in internal audits of quality management system.
- Managed of 30+ Customers by meeting regularly with clients to discuss project specifications and milestones and provide updates on progress.
- Authored detailed functional specifications for development of Sensormatic hardware components that reduced products failure rate by 30 %.
- Outlined design requirements, BOMs, functional specifications and reports to document development processes.
- Authored detailed functional specifications for development of Sensormatic hardware components.
- Planned and prioritized field testing engagements of Datacard technology.
Co-Founder
Codeza Tech Academy Initiative
Nairobi
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting that increased efficiency by 20%
- Managed team of 10+ members by developing effective improvement plans that aligns with goals and specifications of organization.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members that increased productivity by 20%
Hardware Technician
Compulynx Ltd
Nairobi
07.2015 - 07.2019
- Maintained technology equipment performance by configuring, diagnosing and repairing hardware.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of all types of electrical components, operations, specifications, and proper testing methods.
- Designed computer hardware components and peripheral devices.
- Strategically implemented new computer projects and hardware installations to improve workflow for 200+ employees.
- Studied and understood technical manuals, procedural documentation and Sensormatic guides to maximize benefit of Sensormatic technology.
- Translated broad spectrum project requirements to detailed hardware architecture design concepts.
- Assisted computer users with technical issues remotely and at workstations.
- Handled computer system troubleshooting and provided technical support to entire team for computer operations.
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships to deliver exceptional customer service and problem resolution.
Telecommunications Engineer Intern
Icon Telesec Services Ltd
Nairobi
05.2014 - 10.2015
- Installed, maintained and supported voice/data applications that increased overall communication by 50 %.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for implementation, add-on, maintenance and support of voice, data, VoIP and CTI applications.
- Analysed user-generated trouble tickets to determine causes of problems and took appropriate action for resolution.
- Installed, maintained and supported VoIP applications of over 50+ customers
- Performed telecommunication and networking business evaluations.
- Monitored overall network performance, that were 100% efficient most time.
- Maintained documentation for telecommunication systems, equipment inventory and floor plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunication And Information Technology
Kenyatta University
Nairobi , Kenya 09.2011 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Kijabe Boys High School
Nairobi, Kenya 02.2006 - 11.2009
Skills
Leadership Skills
Certification
CompT A+ Certification
Accomplishments
Awarded Top 30 under 30 Best Male Entrepreneur of the year 2022/2023 service by Roundtable East Africa for exemplary service during covid pandemic.
1st Runners Up in the Compulynx Uvumbuzi Innovation challenge by pitching a web based platform that connects homeowners to domestic workers
Interests
Camping
hiking
Places Hiked
1. Mt Longonont
2. Ngong hills
3. Malaso in Maralal
4. Castle Forest
5. Kijabe Hills
Timeline
Certified Digital Marketer Google for Africa
01-2022
Founder and Brand Builder
Drunkenape
07.2020 - Current
Senior Hardware Engineer
compulynx Ltd
07.2019 - Current
Co-Founder
Codeza Tech Academy Initiative
02.2019 - 12.2020
Hardware Technician
Compulynx Ltd
07.2015 - 07.2019
CCNA Certification , CISCO ACADEMY
09-2014
Telecommunications Engineer Intern
Icon Telesec Services Ltd
05.2014 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunication And Information Technology
Kenyatta University
09.2011 - 12.2014
CompT A+ Certification
09-2010
High School Diploma -
Kijabe Boys High School
02.2006 - 11.2009
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