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Lilian Asong

@lilianasong

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Seasoned marketing professional with a decade of proven success.

Cameroon

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, encourages innovation, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a seasoned marketing and sales professional with over 10 years of experience in developing and executing marketing strategies across the technology, media, and telecommunications sectors. My career has been marked by a strong ability to partner with global leaders to align marketing initiatives with business objectives in both B2B and B2C environments. I have a proven track record of transforming innovative ideas into measurable business outcomes, demonstrating my capability to drive results in competitive markets.

Throughout my career, I have successfully introduced new products and services, such as the MTN Pro-control in Buea and Limbe, and have trained teams to effectively communicate these offerings. My experience includes generating leads, managing customer relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of solutions tailored to client needs. I pride myself on my ability to navigate complex environments and foster collaboration across diverse teams, which has been instrumental in achieving significant revenue growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Sales Development Representative

AMD Telecom

Oct 2020 - May 2022 (1 year 7 months)

Generated and followed up on leads, collaborating with marketing and product teams to stay informed about new product launches. Identified new business opportunities through cold calling and networking, achieving a closing rate of 10% to 20%. Worked closely with the sales team to set appointments and review important data.

New Business Generation Cold Calling Team Collaboration

Sales Representative

MTN

Aug 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 5 months)

Collaborated with marketing teams to identify customer needs and developed feasible products. Increased revenue by over 33% through effective relationship management and timely delivery of solutions. Quoted prices and terms to clients purchasing on credit.

Customer Management Relationship Development Team Collaboration

Sales Agent

Beneficial Life Insurance

Aug 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 4 months)

Provided exceptional personal service to customers, boosting sales and satisfaction. Generated new leads through networking and events, exceeding sales goals by 20%. Focused on personalized servicing to enhance customer experience.

New Business Generation Team Collaboration Empathy

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University Institute of Golf or Guinea

Higher National Diploma, Marketing

Higher National Diploma in Marketing, focusing on trade and sales, providing foundational knowledge and skills in marketing strategies and sales techniques.

University of Buea

Bachelor of Science, Business Management

Bachelor of Science in Business Management, equipping students with essential skills in business operations, management principles, and strategic decision-making.