Mentoring
Maureen Kingori
Entrepreneur
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Entrepreneur, CEO
Feliz Cleaners
2 2020 - Current
- Achieved long-term sustainability for the organization through responsible decision-making processes grounded in ethics.
- Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
Volunteer
President's Award Kenya
09.2021 - Current
- Supervised the award participants through the program activities and levels.
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Assisted in administration work at the President's Award Kenya headquarters.
Program Coordinator
BLAST Kenya
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Developed successful grant proposals to secure funding for the continuation and expansion of essential HIV prevention services.
- Continually adapted program offerings in response to changing local needs and evolving evidence-based practices in HIV prevention, ensuring long-term sustainability and impact.
- Designed targeted social media campaigns to raise awareness about HIV prevention resources available within the community, effectively reaching broader audiences.
Food Scientist
Cherubet Company
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Performed batching and sample compounding from laboratory benchtop, prototyping food products and evaluating raw materials.
- Contributed on methods we employed to prevent losses during delivery and at the retail outlets
- Packaged processed food and delivered it to retail outlets.
- Developed new food products, meeting consumer demands for healthier and more sustainable options.
Education
BSC Food Science and Technology - Food Science and Technology
Technical University of Kenya
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya07.2021
St. Mary's Girls High School
Meru, Kenya11.2015
Skills
Capital Spending
Effective Communication
Strategic Planning
Financial Planning
Performance Evaluation and Monitoring
Problem-solving abilities
Brand building
Teamwork and Collaboration
Sales Promotion
Customer Service Management
Accomplishments
- Achieved an honorary certificate by completing a CSR - that involved proper plastics handling towards environmental conservation - with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved an operations model problem which led to a seamless and more profitable system.
Affiliations
- President's Award - Kenya.
- Ministry of Education - Kenya.
Interests
Working out
Board games
Travelling
Attending industry conferences & workshops
Hiking
Photography
Work References
- Pressy Phides, Manager at Feliz Cleaners, sales@felizcleaners.co.ke
- Jinnarius Wambugu, Region coordinator at President's Award - Kenya, +254 723 869046
- Penelope Mukoya, Youth leader at BLAST - Kenya, +254 791 804742
- Patricio Njeru, Lecturer, Technical University of Kenya, +254728 712718
Timeline
Program Coordinator
BLAST Kenya
05.2022 - 12.2023
Volunteer
President's Award Kenya
09.2021 - Current
Food Scientist
Cherubet Company
01.2021 - 04.2021
Entrepreneur, CEO
Feliz Cleaners
2 2020 - Current
BSC Food Science and Technology - Food Science and Technology
Technical University of Kenya
St. Mary's Girls High School