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francis ichaba

@francisichaba

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Motivated business development professional with expertise in partnerships.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in a dynamic organization that values innovation and collaboration, offering opportunities for growth and impactful contributions.

I am a highly motivated and confident self-starter with a strong commitment to excellence and precision in all my endeavors. My background in sociology, combined with extensive training in project management and agile methodologies, equips me with the skills necessary to thrive in dynamic environments. I pride myself on my ability to build effective relationships and lead teams with integrity and honesty.

Throughout my career, I have successfully held various roles in business development and partnerships within the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. As an ambassador for Xalpha AI, I built strategic partnerships and led co-marketing campaigns, significantly expanding our ecosystem integrations. My experience as a collaboration manager at Solus Finance and Sentinel AI further honed my skills in managing cross-protocol collaborations and developing strategic alliances that enhance protocol exposure.

With a strong analytical mindset and excellent communication skills, I am adept at identifying problems and crafting innovative solutions. I am passionate about contributing to organizations that value leadership, integrity, and a collaborative spirit, and I am eager to leverage my expertise to drive growth and success in future endeavors.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Collaboration Manager/Partnerships

Solus Finance

Managed cross-protocol collaborations and coordinated ecosystem growth initiatives for a multichain DeFi platform. Focused on optimizing yield and expanding the platform's reach through strategic alliances.

DeFi Yield Optimization Blockchain

Marketing/Business Development

The Maker

Led brand strategy, oversaw marketing communications, and coordinated with client projects to enhance market visibility and trading volume. Provided liquidity support and trading infrastructure for token projects.

Brand Strategy Marketing Communications Liquidity Support

Ambassador/Partnerships

Xalpha AI

Built strategic partnerships, led co-marketing campaigns, and expanded ecosystem integrations for an AI-driven DeFi analytics and investment research platform. Focused on driving growth and increasing platform adoption through collaborative efforts.

Strategic Partnerships Co Marketing DeFi Analytics

Junior Business Development

Type AI

Supported business development outreach, researched potential partners, and assisted in early-stage deal flow and onboarding efforts. Contributed to building tools and APIs for on-chain intelligence and data automation.

Business Development Onboarding

Growth Manager

Powerswap Meta

Headed growth strategies, drove user acquisition, and executed KOL/influencer campaigns for a decentralized exchange aggregator. Focused on optimizing liquidity and swap efficiency across various chains.

Growth Strategies User Acquisition KOL Campaigns Influencer Marketing Decentralized Exchange

Business Development Intern

Coinstore Exchange

Led token listing outreach, secured regional partnerships, and supported exchange growth initiatives for a global cryptocurrency exchange. Contributed to expanding the platform's offerings and user base.

Token Listings Cryptocurrency trading Staking

Collaboration Manager/Partnerships

Sentinel AI

Developed strategic alliances, increased protocol exposure, and facilitated co-branded activations for a blockchain-based cybersecurity and privacy infrastructure provider. Focused on enhancing market presence and fostering key partnerships.

Strategic Alliances Protocol Exposure Co Marketing Cybersecurity Blockchain

Business Development/Partnerships

TradeFi

Sourced institutional partners, supported go-to-market efforts, and built distribution pipelines for an RWA tokenization platform. Bridged traditional finance and decentralized finance investment opportunities.

Go To Market Strategy RWA Tokenization

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Prince Audu Abubakar University

BSc Sociology, Sociology

2016 - 2021

Studied sociological theories, research methods, and social structures. Gained a comprehensive understanding of human society and behavior.

The Ultimate College

WAEC / SSCE Certificate, General Studies

2013 - 2013

Completed secondary education, earning the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) certificates. Developed foundational academic skills across various subjects.