Mercy Kaguthi
@mercykaguthi
Results-driven business development and project management professional.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven business development and project management professional with over 5 years of extensive experience in driving growth and managing projects within remote environments. My expertise lies in virtual team collaboration, market analysis, and executing sales strategies that lead to substantial client satisfaction and retention. I have a proven track record of entering new markets and optimizing sales processes through precise performance tracking and analysis.
In my recent role as a Business Development Representative at Why Summits, I developed tailored sales materials and coordinated virtual meetings to enhance collaboration among remote teams. My previous experience as a Business Development Officer at Symmetric Events allowed me to implement comprehensive sales strategies that resulted in a 20% revenue increase within the first year. I am adept at problem-solving and ensuring project delivery within deadlines, and I am eager to leverage these skills in a challenging role to contribute to business development and project success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development Representative
Why Summits
Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Responsible for developing tailored sales materials and presentations, coordinating virtual meetings, and improving collaboration among remote teams. Conducts lead research and implements risk management strategies to enhance project alignment with industry trends.
Business Development Officer
Symmetric Events
Nov 2019 - Sep 2023 (3 years 10 months)
Developed sales strategies leading to a 20% revenue increase, conducted market analysis for business opportunities, and managed customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and retention. Led sales forecasting efforts and generated qualified leads.
Business Development
KPM Training
Apr 2019 - Nov 2019 (7 months)
Tracked performance metrics to optimize sales processes, collaborated with teams to enhance product knowledge, and prepared sales reports for management. Assisted in training new sales personnel and organized webinars to generate leads.
Project Manager
Fleming
May 2018 - Apr 2019 (11 months)
Spearheaded market expansion initiatives, managed project timelines, and led virtual project teams. Coordinated with vendors to ensure projects were delivered on budget and aligned with client expectations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KUKenyatta University
Bachelor of Arts, Gender Studies and Psychology
2013 - 2017
Studied Gender Studies and Psychology, focusing on the intersection of gender issues and psychological principles. Developed critical thinking and analytical skills through coursework and research projects.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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