Njuguna Hilary
Business Development Consultant
Kilifi
Summary
Business Development Consultant with a strong educational foundation in Entrepreneurship (BSc) and Business Management. Proven expertise in Entrepreneurship Development, Business Planning, Marketing, and Training. A passionate advocate for entrepreneurship, particularly in marginalized areas, with a commitment to fostering growth and inclusivity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Language
Work History
Business Advisory | Consultant
Nia Ventures | Close The Gap
10.2023 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive coaching and business support to assigned clients in the Boost Plus program (coastal region) through well-rounded program (physical and virtual) coaching sessions.
- I strive to contribute to the holistic development and success of businesses, ensuring tangible and measurable outcomes in areas crucial to their growth and sustainability.
- My impact is measured across key variables; Creation of jobs, Revenue growth, Acquisition of customers, Business formalization and registration.
SYIB Trainer
Consultant
06.2022 - Current
- Facilitates and Lead training sessions on Generate your Own Business (GYB), Start your Own Business (SYB), and Improve your Business (IYB), employing a blended learning approach for effective entrepreneurship education.
- Mentor and guide young individuals in generating innovative business ideas and launching small yet scalable enterprises (SMEs).
- Instruct on crucial aspects of business development, including business planning, marketing strategies, and financial literacy.
- Provide hands-on training in financial management, equipping participants with practical skills for sustainable business growth.
Founder |Business Development
Afrifama Poultry
04.2022 - Current
- Founder and Business Development Lead for Afrifama Poultry, an Agribusiness Startup based in Kilifi, Kenya that is bridging poultry GAP in the region.
- Developed key operational initiatives and strategies to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- 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.
Centre Coordinator
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Coordinating center activities and functions in implementing the Go Blue project, its goals and objectives. This ranged from reporting, team leadership and collaboration.
- Set up staff development schemes for continued team progression, Tracked key metrics and prepared reports outlining center activities and achievements.
- Completed monthly performance reviews and advised my team on potential improvements.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development
Entrepreneurship Development Facilitator
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Implemented skills development under the Go Blue project, a collaborative effort by many stakeholders in the Coast Region
- The project's aim was to empower the unemployed youths within the coastal region and improve their livelihoods
- Through my role, I championed entrepreneurship among young people, I trained 120 youths and 45 of them transitioned to start SMEs which we supported through the project.
- Created successful training programs based on trainees' needs and Delivered training programs on entrepreneurship to young aspiring and existing entrepreneurs in the region.
- Facilitated lectures, group discussions, brainstorming sessions and case study reviews on Entrepreneurship development
- Conducted Mentorship sessions, and created and maintained Mentor Networks for aspiring entrepreneurs
- Set up and maintained virtual training portals (LMS) enabling trainees to access resources remotely.
Sales and Marketing Representative
Polyken Ltd | Mikkem Ltd
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted market research to identify customer needs and preferences.
- Cultivated and maintained regular business relationships with 150+ Hardware and Auto shop owners across all major towns in Kenya.
- Supported sales staff by providing market trends, account analyses and new product information
- Implemented marketing strategies to generate leads and increase sales revenue
Business Development Associate
Metrocosmo Ltd
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Developed and Implemented a marketing campaign targeted to financial institutions in the Mt Kenya region which led to the growth of new leads by 8.5 %
- Inspected conditions and made sure various properties managed by Metrocosmo Ltd were in optimal condition which led to increased customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurial Studies
Moi University
Kenya 04.2001 - 12.2019
Business Management -
Kenya Institute Of Management
Kenya12.2019
Start And Improve Your Own Business (SIYB) -
First People Alignment in Collaboration With ILO
M.D. - Entrepreneurship
Sinapis Academy
11.2022 - 05.2023
Skills
Business Analysis
undefinedAccomplishments
- Delivered more than 85 successful pitches weekly to both existing and new customers, this increased brand visibility and generated new leads and successful conversions.
- Co-founded Afrifama, a Poultry farming business. This project and partnership will stimulate entrepreneurial culture among Kilifi Youths and spur development within the region.
- Trained more than 120 youths on entrepreneurship, 45 have started their own Micro and Small Enterprises (SMEs)
- Started a YouTube channel (Afrifama) to share my Entrepreneurial journey and insights into Poultry Farming to empower and inspire youths across Africa to venture into Agribusiness.
Interests
Vlogging
Reading
Podcasts
Timeline
Business Advisory | Consultant
Nia Ventures | Close The Gap
10.2023 - Current
M.D. - Entrepreneurship
Sinapis Academy
11.2022 - 05.2023
SYIB Trainer
Consultant
06.2022 - Current
Founder |Business Development
Afrifama Poultry
04.2022 - Current
Centre Coordinator
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute
07.2021 - 04.2023
Entrepreneurship Development Facilitator
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute
07.2021 - 03.2023
Sales and Marketing Representative
Polyken Ltd | Mikkem Ltd
09.2020 - 05.2021
Business Development Associate
Metrocosmo Ltd
09.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurial Studies
Moi University
04.2001 - 12.2019
Business Management -
Kenya Institute Of Management
Start And Improve Your Own Business (SIYB) -
First People Alignment in Collaboration With ILO
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