Brian Nyikuli
@briannyikuli
Results-driven business development and key account manager driving enterprise technology and cybersecurity revenue growth.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven business development and key account management professional with 13+ years of experience driving revenue growth across competitive B2B markets. I lead end-to-end enterprise sales—building qualified pipeline, engaging C-suite stakeholders, and turning opportunities into long-term, profitable partnerships.
In my recent roles, I grew enterprise revenue from KES 20M to KES 66M within 18 months through strategic account expansion and channel optimization, expanded channel partner networks from 90 to 160 active partners, and secured high-value public sector accounts like a 2,000-user Judiciary opportunity. I also bring hands-on consultative selling across cybersecurity and ICT solutions, supported by CRM, forecasting, tender/RFQ proposal development, negotiation, and deal closure—while partnering with technical teams to ensure delivery and post-sales support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development Manager
Altima Africa Ltd
Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Leads end-to-end business development by building a qualified pipeline through targeted outreach, referrals, LinkedIn engagement, and networking. Runs consultative C-suite discovery, designs tailored training programmes, and manages the full sales cycle including proposals, RFP responses, negotiation, and closure.
Channel and Key Account Manager
Kristel Communication Ltd
Oct 2022 - Feb 2024 (1 year 4 months)
Grew company revenue from KES 20M to KES 66M within 18 months through strategic account expansion, new business development, and channel optimization. Managed 30+ enterprise accounts, led consultative cybersecurity/ICT solution sales, expanded the channel partner network from 90 to 160 partners, and secured a 2,000-user Judiciary account.
Business Development Manager
Mullard Fire Protection Ltd
Dec 2021 - Sep 2022 (9 months)
Achieved a 16% increase in sales within six months through targeted prospecting, market penetration, and structured follow-up. Coordinated tendering, RFQs, and prequalification processes, aligned solutions to client and regulatory requirements, and improved customer communications to reduce complaints by 30%.
Sales Manager
Afra Holdings Ltd
Jul 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 5 months)
Delivered a 30% increase in property sales through structured sales execution and strong client relationship management. Led and coached a sales team, managed pipeline tracking and daily follow-ups, and closed high-value multi-million KES property deals using consultative and value-based selling.
Business Development Programme Manager
Strathmore Business School
Mar 2016 - May 2018 (2 years 2 months)
Led business development for executive education programmes targeting corporate clients and senior professionals. Built strategic partnerships and managed corporate relationships to secure repeat enrollments and sponsorships, while organizing executive forums and networking events to drive engagement.
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Strathmore Business School
Oct 2014 - Mar 2016 (1 year 5 months)
Managed alumni engagement initiatives to strengthen long-term relationships and institutional loyalty. Coordinated events, communications, and outreach to increase alumni participation and maintained the alumni database to support partnerships and fundraising.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing), Marketing
2004 - 2008
Earned a Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) degree at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology from 2004 to 2008.
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