Joel Ibudeh
@joelibudeh
Growth-focused business development executive with 8+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a growth-focused business development executive with over 8 years of experience driving multi-market expansion and client acquisition across AMER, EMEA, and APAC. My proven track record includes consistently exceeding sales targets by 15–115% while managing high-value client relationships and scaling business units from $0 to multi-million dollar operations. I excel in developing and executing data-driven growth strategies and sustainable revenue generation initiatives across diverse sectors including AgriTech, E-commerce, Consumer Electronics, and Energy.
In my current role as Head of Business Development & Client Growth at Field & Waldo Inc., I successfully delivered $1.2M in revenue within 24 months through structured client engagement strategies. I have managed cross-functional teams and built KPI ecosystems that improved decision accuracy significantly. My previous roles have equipped me with the skills to optimize product/channel mixes and maintain high retention rates, contributing to substantial revenue growth and operational efficiency.
With a strong foundation in economics and a commitment to driving results, I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to create impactful business strategies that foster growth and innovation. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can lead teams to achieve ambitious goals and drive sustainable success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Business Development & Client Growth
Field & Waldo Inc.
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years)
Delivered $1.2M in revenue at a 34% profit margin within 24 months through structured client engagement and expansion strategy. Achieved 42% YoY growth during business formation by targeting high-potential customer segments and closing deals virtually.
Commercial Strategy Consultant – Carbon Capture
Independent Engagement
Nov 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 1 month)
Built a 5-year investment model for a €15M carbon capture startup, forecasting unit economics, scale scenarios, and risk-adjusted return profiles for pre-seed and Series A investors. Mapped €200M+ in public-private finance options across 5 EU markets, including grants, co-funding, and infrastructure subsidies.
National Account & Business Development Manager
AIM Global Inc
May 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year 3 months)
Delivered $424K in revenue at a 28% margin, exceeding target by 22% through the “Market Penetration Matrix” strategy. Managed a $300K annual P&L while optimizing product/channel mix across five national regions.
Founder & Director, Sales & Client Growth
APEX
May 2017 - Apr 2021 (3 years 11 months)
Founded and scaled a $125K/year e-commerce business with a consistent 22% net margin over four years. Developed and implemented the “Trust-Trade-Transform” framework, reducing CAC by 35% and securing $75K in recurring revenue.
Regional Account & Sales Manager
EKO
May 2015 - Sep 2018 (3 years 4 months)
Oversaw $600K+ in operations, generating $2.3M in revenue with 17% average YoY profit growth. Managed 30+ B2B/wholesale accounts, driving $920K+ in direct revenue and increasing reorder rates by 38%.
Sales & CRM Associate
EKO
Jun 2014 - May 2015 (11 months)
Contributed to $130K in annual sales by supporting inbound funnel, retention tactics, and CRM-based upsells. Improved conversion by 22% and CLTV by 38% through A/B testing and customer journey experiments.
Education
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Bachelor of Science, Economics
Studied Economics, gaining a strong foundation in economic principles and their application. Developed analytical skills crucial for understanding market dynamics and financial strategies.
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