Njuguna Hilary
Business Development Consultant
Kilifi
Summary
Business Development Consultant with a strong foundation in Entrepreneurship (BSc), Business Management and SIYB Training. Proven expertise and experience in Entrepreneurship Development, Business Planning, Marketing, SMEs Training and Mentorship. A passionate advocate for entrepreneurship, particularly in marginalized areas, with a commitment to fostering growth for SMEs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Business Advisory | Consultant
Nia Ventures | Impact Accelerator
01.2023 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive coaching and business support to eight SMEs 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
- Facilitated more than 8 training sessions on SIYB, employing a blended learning approach with SIYB game to more than 130 SMEs in coast region.
- Successfully conducted Mentorship to young entrepreneurs in generating innovative business ideas and launching small yet scalable enterprises.
- 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 business growth.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and implemented strategies to expand Afrifama portfolio.
- 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.
- Successfully Implemented SIYB model and SIYB game to the organization, trainings 120 young entrepreneurs.
- 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
M.D. - Entrepreneurship
Sinapis Academy
11.2022 - 05.2023
Start And Improve Your Own Business (SIYB) -
First People Alignment in Collaboration With ILO
Mombasa06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurial Studies
Moi University
Kenya 04.2001 - 12.2019
Business Management -
Kenya Institute Of Management
Kenya12.2019
Skills
Business Analysis
Business Development
Training and Mentorship
Analytical Thinking
Marketing Strategy
Accomplishments
- Implemented SYIB training Module in coastal region
- Trained more than 120 youths on entrepreneurship, 45 have started their own Micro and Small Enterprises (SMEs)
- Co-founded Afrifama, a Poultry farming business. This project and partnership will stimulate entrepreneurial culture among Kilifi Youths and spur development within the region.
- Started a YouTube channel (Afrifama) to share my Entrepreneurial journey and insights in Entrepreneurship and Poultry Farming to empower and inspire youths across Africa to venture into Agribusiness.
Timeline
Business Advisory | Consultant
Nia Ventures | Impact Accelerator
01.2023 - 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
Start And Improve Your Own Business (SIYB) -
First People Alignment in Collaboration With ILO
Business Management -
Kenya Institute Of Management
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