UBONG CHARLIE

Spearheaded creation of a diagnostic system for failure identification and installed over 100 commercial refrigeration units. Established partnerships with local maintenance outlets, reducing turnaround time by over 20%.

Developed a prototype for a self-cooling mosquito net and initiated a solar cool room project. Led product enhancement of SureChill technology, reducing installation complexity by 20% and spearheaded sales of over 500 units.

Coordinated training for and managed 20+ installers across Nigeria. Mentored junior engineers and implemented a structured knowledge-sharing program that accelerated proficiency by an average of 2 months.

Cultivated strategic partnerships with key repair vendors, leading to the development of a SureChill Repair Centre in Nigeria. Represented SureChill UK at conferences and summits, and led pitches and proposal presentations.

Supported the CEO as an expatriate in establishing and managing the SureChill Nigeria branch. Led teams in designing and developing refrigeration systems, installation, maintenance, product testing, and client collaboration.

Managed all technical aftersales processes in Nigeria, including recruiting, training, and managing partners across West Africa. Maintained customer satisfaction through technical support and product improvements across 13 sub-Saharan countries.

Represented Koolboks as Lead Engineer at the 2021 Solar Off-Grid Expo in Germany. Led IFC TechEmerge pilot projects and delivered training on solar cooling systems to technicians across 7 sub-Saharan African countries.

Designed assembly plant layout and product assembly line processes for freezers and refrigerators. Modified and upgraded products with value-added features and developed testing plans for cooling system efficiency.

Completed the Certificate of Entrepreneurship program at Lagos Business School.

Completed a Diploma in Computer Science.

Earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering.