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Kendi Kaaria

Kendi Kaaria

Nairobi,Nairobi

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Revenue Manager

HotelOnline Group
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2023 - 04.2023

Successfully forged and maintained strategic client partnerships across diverse properties, identifying and capitalizing on untapped revenue streams, innovative offerings, and favorable contractual terms, resulting in revenue increase.


Led comprehensive market analysis and forecasting efforts, using insights on emerging trends and customer demands to source products and services with high revenue potential, positioning the company as a market leader with revenue growth of approximately 15%.

Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to create and execute integrated revenue growth strategies, aligning efforts to penetrate new markets, bundle services, and enhance customer offerings, boosting overall revenue performance.

Developed and implemented revenue recognition strategies, financial controls, and internal policies that improved revenue tracking, compliance, and operational efficiency, significantly minimizing financial discrepancies.


Provided tailored financial expertise to property management teams, driving revenue improvements through customized reporting and data-driven decision-making, consistently surpassing revenue targets and achieving client retention rates of up to 20%

Head of B2C & Head of Company

Cloud9 Experiences Ltd
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Developed and maintained strategic vendor relationships with airlines, hotels, and car rentals, applying economic analysis to negotiate optimal rates, improving cost-efficiency and maximizing profit margins for the company
  • Established partnerships with corporate companies and groups, leveraging market research and demand forecasting to position the company as their sole travel service provider, resulting in an increase in revenue streams and ensuring sustained business growth
  • Applied data-driven insights to identify and qualify potential new customers, successfully converting 15% of leads into long-term clients and optimizing revenue potential through a focus on customer lifetime value and market demand analysis
  • Managed budgets and maximized profitability through financial analysis and aligning sales strategies with economic conditions and competitive pricing, consistently achieving sales targets with an improvement in overall profitability

Senior Travel Consultant

Cloud9 Experiences Ltd
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Prepared comprehensive travel budget reports and maintained financial records, utilizing statistical analysis and economic modeling to inform decision-making, optimizing travel policies, and providing tailored travel solutions that aligned with client budgets, resulting in cost savings

Accounts Executive

Sacred Soil Farm
05.2020 - 09.2021
  • Analyzed and reported on the farm's financial health, utilizing financial metrics and economic analysis to guide decision-making, optimize resource allocation, and improve overall profitability by up to 20%
  • Conducted detailed costing and pricing of stock items, including in-progress and finished products, applying economic principles to ensure competitive pricing strategies that increased revenue while maintaining cost efficiency
  • Interpreted statistical and accounting data to evaluate operating results, providing insights on cost structures, budget adherence, and operational policies, contributing to improved financial planning and control with cost saving
  • Managed procurement and payment processes, negotiating with suppliers to secure cost-effective resources and ensuring timely payments, leading to an increase in financial and operational stability
  • Compiled and controlled budgets, analyzing monthly reports against budget projections and offering strategic recommendations that contributed to cost containment and operational efficiency improvements

Accounts & Office Administration

Salima Safaris Ltd
07.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed financial documents, payments, and petty cash transactions, applying cost control measures and financial analysis to ensure accurate financial records and optimizing cash flow for the business
  • Spearheaded internal communication initiatives and streamlined operations, aligning administrative and financial processes with the company's business strategy, resulting in an increase in operational efficiency and productivity
  • Prepared and posted client invoices while maintaining up-to-date account documentation, ensuring timely payments and improving the company's financial position with a 20% improvement in revenue tracking accuracy
  • Assisted with budgeting and financial management, providing data-driven insights to keep operations within budgetary constraints, achieving optimization in resource allocation and supporting the sustainability of business operations
  • Conducted performance monitoring and evaluations of personnel, using performance metrics and economic analysis to recommend advancements and address productivity issues, improving overall team efficiency

Corporate Communications Division Intern

National Bank Of Kenya Ltd
01.2015 - 11.2015

Summary

Results-driven economist with over eight years of experience in data analysis, financial modeling, and market research. Proven ability to optimize revenue, manage budgets, and develop effective economic policies. Skilled in forecasting and risk assessment, with expertise in cost-benefit analysis and financial reporting. Adept at translating complex economic data into actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and drive organizational success. Passionate about leveraging economic principles for business growth.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics , Mathematics & Tourism

University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2014 - 12.2020

Associate of Science - Data Analysis - SQL & PowerBI

Zindua School
Nairobi, Kenya
09.2023 - 10.2023

Associate of Science - Certified Public Accountant - Section 1

Summit Institute of Professionals
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2016 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

The Kenya High School
Nairobi, Kenya
02.2009 - 12.2012

Skills

Data Analysis & Interpretation

Financial Modeling

Market Research & Trend Analysis

Budgeting & Cost Control

Economic Forecasting

Revenue Optimization

Policy Development & Analysis

Supply Chain & Procurement Economics

Risk Assessment & Management

Cost-Benefit Analysis

Quantitative & Statistical Analysis

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Certification

  • CPA - Certified Public Accountant ( Section 1)
  • Data Analysis (SQL & PowerBI)

Work Availability

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Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 30 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved client retention by 20% by introducing a feedback platform for any questions or concerns that they may have tasks.
  • Capitalized on untapped revenue streams and raised revenue growth by 15%

Timeline

Associate of Science - Data Analysis - SQL & PowerBI

Zindua School
09.2023 - 10.2023

Revenue Manager

HotelOnline Group
01.2023 - 04.2023

Head of B2C & Head of Company

Cloud9 Experiences Ltd
01.2022 - 01.2023

Senior Travel Consultant

Cloud9 Experiences Ltd
10.2021 - 01.2022

Accounts Executive

Sacred Soil Farm
05.2020 - 09.2021

Accounts & Office Administration

Salima Safaris Ltd
07.2018 - 03.2020

Associate of Science - Certified Public Accountant - Section 1

Summit Institute of Professionals
01.2016 - 07.2016

Corporate Communications Division Intern

National Bank Of Kenya Ltd
01.2015 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Economics , Mathematics & Tourism

University of Nairobi
01.2014 - 12.2020

High School Diploma -

The Kenya High School
02.2009 - 12.2012
Kendi Kaaria