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Antoinette Squire

Accra

Summary

Results-driven commercial leader with a proven record of transforming sales operations, expanding market share, and delivering sustained revenue growth across diverse industries. Over nearly two decades, I have led national and regional sales teams, consistently exceeding performance targets through effective contract negotiation, accurate forecasting, and stakeholder engagement. Skilled at building and coaching high-performing teams, developing sales and marketing plans, and turning strategy into measurable results. Recognized for combining commercial acumen with a customer-first mindset to drive business growth and long-term client relationships.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Consultant

Gerson Lehrman Group
Remote
08.2024 - Current
  • Advise global clients on sales growth strategies, market-entry models, and customer engagement across multiple sectors, including travel and hospitality.
  • Provide insights on contract structures, revenue models, and competitive positioning to investors and corporates operating in African markets.
  • Support organizations in aligning sales strategies with regulatory environments and shifting consumer demands.

Program Director

PharmAccess Foundation
Accra
07.2023 - 01.2025

Led national operations for a global health organization focused on expanding access to quality healthcare through innovation, financing, and systems transformation. Directed the strategic and commercial growth of Med4All, a digital platform improving medicine procurement for underserved health facilities.

  • Spearheaded the strategic expansion of Med4All, increasing adoption across 200+ facilities and improving procurement efficiency by 30%.
  • Held full P&L ownership for a $2.5M portfolio, overseeing financial planning, forecasting, and donor reporting to ensure compliance and performance.
  • Built and managed high-level partnerships with government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, and financial institutions to drive adoption and scale.
  • Represented the initiative in national policy forums and global summits, elevating brand visibility and stakeholder engagement.
  • Directed cross-functional teams across sales, finance, research, and communications to meet growth targets and operational milestones.
  • Implemented a multi-country strategy, aligning national operations with market priorities and partner expectations.
  • Introduced performance tracking systems and KPIs to guide team execution and ensure alignment with strategic goals.

Country Manager

BrandCo Avenue Ghana Limited
Accra
09.2020 - 07.2023
  • Oversaw operations and P&L for Skechers and affiliated brands, reporting directly to the Board.
  • Launched e-commerce platform and implemented promotional campaigns, driving 25% revenue growth.
  • Optimized inventory and merchandising, improving conversion rates and customer retention.
  • Recruited and coached retail teams, embedding performance KPIs.

Country Manager

Jumia
Accra
03.2020 - 09.2020
  • Directed sales execution and strategic growth for Jumia’s marketplace in Ghana.
  • Built key account relationships and led vendor performance campaigns.
  • Implemented data-driven pricing and marketing strategies to boost customer retention.

Country Manager (West Africa)

Booking.com
Accra
04.2017 - 03.2019
  • Directed sales and partner management across West Africa, achieving a 20% regional revenue increase.
  • Negotiated contracts with hotels, resorts, and tourism boards, strengthening market share and client loyalty.
  • Implemented partner quality frameworks and CRM adoption, improving sales performance and service delivery.
  • Represented the region at global commercial reviews, aligning local results with international growth strategies.
  • Led a cross-border team, coaching staff in closing techniques, client relationship management, and sales development.

Head of Category Management

Saltside Technologies
Accra
07.2015 - 03.2017
  • Led product and commercial strategy for multiple classified ad categories across digital platforms.
  • Built and coached high-performing sales teams, achieving KPI targets in customer acquisition and revenue growth.
  • Developed data-informed roadmaps for service expansion, pricing, and marketing.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations and drove continuous improvement in product relevance and market fit.

Sales Manager

Ghana Home Loans
Accra
10.2009 - 08.2015
  • Led national sales team to exceed mortgage targets consistently.
  • Introduced client acquisition models and upsell strategies that boosted conversion and retention.
  • Delivered strategic coaching programs that improved team productivity and customer satisfaction.

Education

MBA - Accounting And Finance

University of Professional Studies
Accra, Ghana

Postgraduate Diploma - Marketing

Chartered Institute of Marketing
United Kingdom

Skills

  • Strategic Sales Planning & Execution
  • Revenue Growth & Market Expansion
  • Contract Negotiation & Pricing Strategy
  • Forecasting, Budgeting & Performance Reporting
  • Team Leadership & Sales Coaching
  • Customer Acquisition & Retention
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Development
  • Operational Oversight & P&L Management
  • Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
  • Market Intelligence & Competitive Positioning

Certification

  • Member, Chartered Institute of Marketing (MCIM-UK), 10/2024-2025
  • Project Management Foundation, University of Colorado Boulder

Accomplishments

  • Successfully led a team that received a nomination for the prestigious Tech4Good Award in the category of inclusive health innovation
  • 2024 African Women in Digital Health Awardee

Timeline

Independent Consultant

Gerson Lehrman Group
08.2024 - Current

Program Director

PharmAccess Foundation
07.2023 - 01.2025

Country Manager

BrandCo Avenue Ghana Limited
09.2020 - 07.2023

Country Manager

Jumia
03.2020 - 09.2020

Country Manager (West Africa)

Booking.com
04.2017 - 03.2019

Head of Category Management

Saltside Technologies
07.2015 - 03.2017

Sales Manager

Ghana Home Loans
10.2009 - 08.2015

MBA - Accounting And Finance

University of Professional Studies

Postgraduate Diploma - Marketing

Chartered Institute of Marketing
Antoinette Squire