Fuseini Zakaria
Accra
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record of operational excellence and strategic visioning at Fuseini Zakaria. Excelled in driving substantial business growth and enhancing brand reputation through innovative marketing strategies and strong client relationship building. Skilled in financial management and talent development, achieving notable success in transforming business operations and fostering a results-driven team culture. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Fuseini Zakaria
01.2023 - Current
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
Fashion Model
Freelancer
09.2018 - 01.2023
- Balanced a demanding schedule of modeling assignments while pursuing professional development opportunities within the industry, demonstrating strong work ethic and dedication to career success.
- Maintained optimal physical appearance by adhering to strict diet, exercise, and skincare routines, ensuring consistent booking for modeling jobs.
- Promoted fashion designers and their collections through participation in promotional events and advertising campaigns.
- Kept up with personal care to cut down on wait times for hair, makeup and styling.
- Worked closely with stylists to create innovative looks for photoshoots that captured attention from audiences worldwide.
- Mentored aspiring models on industry best practices, contributing to their successful entry into the fashion world.
- Contributed creative ideas during photoshoot planning sessions that led to unique images published in major magazines.
- Adapted quickly to ever-changing styles by mastering new poses and facial expressions during photoshoots.
- Collaborated with photographers for successful editorial shoots, resulting in increased magazine circulation.
- Traveled internationally for photoshoots and runway shows, demonstrating adaptability and professionalism across various markets.
- Received recognition as a top model in multiple publications, elevating personal reputation within the fashion industry.
- Participated in charity fashion shows, raising funds for important causes while also increasing exposure within the community.
- Provided constructive feedback to designers during fittings, leading to improved garment fit and overall design quality.
- Negotiated contracts with agencies for favorable terms, securing competitive pay rates and working conditions.
- Maintained readiness for all jobs by keeping up with proper self-care and effective stress management strategies.
- Ensured timely arrival at all bookings through effective time management, maintaining a reliable professional reputation among clients.
Shop Manager
Laura Addy
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting store environment for both customers and employees by enforcing proper safety protocols and cleanliness standards.
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing and resolving customer inquiries and complaints.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed inventory levels for optimal product availability, resulting in fewer stockouts and increased sales.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety and security protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing effective sales strategies and providing exceptional customer service.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally and promptly, maintaining a positive brand image and enhancing customer loyalty.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Kept orderly and accurate accounting records by monitoring sales documentation.
- Established strong vendor relationships for timely delivery of products and seamless order processing, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and create targeted marketing initiatives that catered to the needs of our customer base.
- Developed new promotional campaigns to attract new customers.
- Implemented store policies and procedures to remain compliant with corporate guidelines.
- Monitored sales performance closely, adjusting pricing strategies as needed to remain competitive in the market while maximizing profitability.
- Implemented effective cost control measures to reduce overheads and maintain profitability during challenging economic times.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Education
Diploma - Information Technology
Ghana Communication Technology University
Accra04.2019
Skills
Effective Decision Making
Operational Excellence
Customer Focus
Strategic Visioning
Crisis Management
Global perspective
Talent Development
Digital Transformation
Client Relationship Building
Negotiation
Relationship and Team Building
Leadership and People Development
People and Culture
Client Engagement
Business Development
Management Team Leadership
Marketing and Advertising
MIssion and Vision
Business Planning
Talent Recruitment
Sales Growth
Innovative and Visionary
Executive Leadership
Consulting
Approachable leader
Profit and Loss Management
Adaptable and Flexible
New Business Development
Balanced Work Ethic
Financial Management
Investor Relations
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
CEO
Fuseini Zakaria
01.2023 - Current
Shop Manager
Laura Addy
07.2020 - 06.2022
Fashion Model
Freelancer
09.2018 - 01.2023
Diploma - Information Technology
Ghana Communication Technology University
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