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Adebisi Ismail

@adebisiismail

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I build financial models and launch ventures across sports, property, agriculture, and consumer businesses.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to build and scale ventures that create employment, empower startups, and solve practical Nigerian market needs through financial modelling, operations, and business development.

I've founded Whitelion Mixed Martial Arts Management, where I managed at least 38 professional indigenous MMA fighters, including 12 competing on the African Knockout Championship.

I build detailed Excel financial models and business plans for MMA gyms and competitions, premium water production, rice farming and processing, and political strategy. Through Whitelion Property, I also purchased and leased Toyota Camry vehicles for drivers providing Uber, Bolt, and In-Drive services in Lagos.

My experience spans customer service at Jumia Nigeria, warehouse and logistics management, market research, and general management. I bring economics training, financial modelling, business development, digital marketing, and leadership experience to ventures designed to create employment and scalable opportunities in Nigeria.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Founder/CEO

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Whitelion Mixed Martial Arts Management Limited

Nov 2020 - Present (5 years 10 months)

Founded and led a mixed martial arts management company, managing professional fighters and developing financial models for business expansion.

Financial Modeling Business Planning Strategic Planning MMA Management

Current

Founder/CEO

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Whitelion Property

Nov 2018 - Present (7 years 10 months)

Founded a property and transport business, purchasing vehicles for hire purchase and developing financial models for agricultural ventures.

Financial Modeling Business Planning Property Management Fleet Management

Customer Service Associate

Jumia Nigeria

Jun 2018 - Oct 2018 (4 months)

Resolved customer issues related to order placement, confirmation, and delivery, contributing to high customer satisfaction.

Customer Service Problem Solving Teamwork

Warehouse and Logistics Manager

Mrs. Tina U. and Associates Limited

May 2017 - Apr 2018 (11 months)

Managed warehouse stock and supervised junior staff to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Inventory Management Supervision Logistics

General Manager

Napoleon Enterprises

Mar 2012 - Apr 2017 (5 years 1 month)

Conducted market research and applied analytical techniques to provide recommendations for property pricing.

Market Research Data Analysis Pricing Strategy

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria

ACA (Foundation Level), Accounting

Currently pursuing ACA Foundation Level, with courses in Financial Accounting, Management Information, and Business Law.

University of Lagos

Bachelor of Science, Economics

2012 - 2016

Grade: Second Class Upper

Bachelor of Science in Economics with Second Class Upper, in top 20% of the class. Awarded University of Lagos endowment scholarship for academic and leadership excellence.

Samnet Computer Institute

Diploma, Desktop Publishing

2010 - 2011

Diploma in Desktop Publishing with coursework in Microsoft Office, Corel Draw, Adobe Photoshop, and Ulead Cool 3D. Awarded best student in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Ulead Cool 3D.