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Maria Akinbode

@mariaakinbode

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I grow online fashion brands through trade marketing and customer engagement.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking to contribute my commercial, marketing, and stakeholder engagement skills within an international retail environment, supporting customer acquisition, brand awareness, campaign execution, and sales growth.

I built and managed Ayoola Closet, an online fashion retail business serving more than 200 customers through Instagram, WhatsApp, and TikTok. I planned digital campaigns, paid advertising, product launches, and seasonal promotions to strengthen brand visibility, customer acquisition, and sales.

I also supported customers at Shine Company, resolving inquiries and complaints while maintaining accurate records and sharing feedback to improve service quality. Alongside my commercial experience, I’m pursuing an MRes in Public Health and bring research, sales analysis, stakeholder relationship management, and retail operations skills to an international retail environment.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Founder & Trade Marketing Coordinator

Ayoola Closet

Jan 2020 - Dec 2026 (6 years 11 months)

Founded and managed an online fashion retail business serving over 200 customers through Instagram, WhatsApp and TikTok. Planned and executed digital marketing campaigns and paid advertisements to increase customer engagement and sales.

Digital Marketing Social Media Marketing Campaign Planning Customer Acquisition Brand Awareness Partner Relationship Management Sales Analysis Market Research Project Coordination Customer Relationship Management Inventory Management Order Fulfilment Content Creation

Customer Service Support Representative

Shine Company

Aug 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Assisted customers with inquiries and service-related issues across multiple communication channels. Maintained accurate customer records and documentation, resolved complaints, and supported retention efforts.

Customer Service Problem Solving Relationship Management Documentation