ADEYEMI FOLAKEMI ADEFUNKE

Results-Driven Client Engagement & Operations Specialist

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+2347033345061

Lagos, NG

About

Results-driven professional with a Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, specializing in virtual assistance, customer support, and lead generation. Proven ability to drive sales growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and optimize workflows through strategic digital tool utilization. Adept at managing projects, securing funding, and building strong client relationships to deliver exceptional results and support organizational objectives.

Work Experience

Talent Manager (Remote)

Virtual Tribe

Apr 2025 - Present

Remote, San Fransisco, United States

Managing end-to-end talent acquisition and coordination, ensuring seamless project execution and strong talent-client relationships.

  • Sourcing, screening, and onboarding of 50+ top talents, including UGC creators and creatives, to precisely meet diverse client needs.
  • Cultivating strong relationships with the talent pool, enhancing engagement and contributing to improved retention rates.
  • Supporting and implementing process improvements that streamlined talent management and project delivery workflows, increasing efficiency.
  • Managing seamless execution of multiple projects by coordinating talent and preparing detailed briefs to align expectations and streamline workflows.

Project Manager (Hybrid)

Livingspring Human Development Initiative

Jan 2023 - May 2025

Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria

Directed and managed diverse projects from conception to completion, securing vital funding and optimizing operational efficiency.

  • Secured significant project funding by crafting and presenting successful proposals, ensuring resource availability for key initiatives.
  • Directed and empowered cross-functional teams, ensuring 100% on-time project completion within scope and budget.
  • Optimized financial record-keeping processes, enhancing compliance and accuracy of reporting for all project expenditures.

Customer Support Representative (Remote)

Digital Witch Support

Apr 2024 - Mar 2025

Remote, Remote, NG

Resolved customer issues and collaborated with sales to enhance satisfaction, retention, and revenue growth.

  • Resolved complex customer complaints, significantly boosting satisfaction scores and improving client retention rates.
  • Collaborated strategically with sales teams to nurture qualified leads, contributing directly to revenue growth.
  • Implemented proactive customer retention strategies that enhanced loyalty and reduced churn across the client base.

Lead Generation Intern (Remote)

LexiconUSA

Oct 2023 - Feb 2024

Remote, Remote, US

Executed targeted outreach campaigns to generate and qualify leads, significantly improving database efficiency and engagement rates.

  • Achieved high response and conversion rates (e.g., 15% response, 5% conversion) by leveraging Lemlist and Apollo.io for targeted outreach.
  • Generated and qualified a high volume of leads, increasing database efficiency by 30% through meticulous data management.
  • Optimized outreach campaigns through A/B testing and performance analysis, significantly improving engagement rates.

Learning Intern (Remote)

Nobel Learning PBC

Jun 2023 - Dec 2023

Remote, Remote, US

Facilitated learning activities, resolved technical issues, and contributed to user-friendly website design for educational programs.

  • Facilitated engaging group activities and guided discussions for 20+ participants, significantly enhancing team collaboration and leadership abilities.
  • Diagnosed and resolved 90% of common internet connectivity issues, ensuring uninterrupted learning environments for participants.
  • Designed and maintained user-friendly websites, improving layout, functionality, and user experience for educational platforms.
  • Developed and implemented effective conflict resolution strategies that fostered a positive and productive learning environment.

Virtual Assistant Intern (Remote)

African Leadership Experience

Aug 2023 - Oct 2023

Remote, Remote, NG

Provided comprehensive administrative and research support, leveraging digital tools for enhanced productivity and collaboration.

  • Managed complex calendars and organized detailed travel itineraries, optimizing executive schedules and reducing administrative burden.
  • Conducted in-depth research and comprehensive data entry to support critical project requirements and inform strategic decisions.
  • Leveraged Google Suite, Calendly, Trello, Asana, and Slack to enhance team collaboration and boost overall productivity.

Sales/Loan Officer

Counting Concept Limited

Feb 2022 - Jan 2023

Lagos, Lagos State, NG

Drove significant portfolio growth and enhanced customer retention through targeted sales strategies and personalized service.

  • Increased the company's loan portfolio by 20% within 12 months through the execution of targeted sales strategies.
  • Retained a significant customer base by maintaining proactive communication and delivering personalized service, enhancing loyalty.

Education

Agricultural Economics

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai

Jan 2017 - Nov 2021

Lapai, Niger State, NG

Agricultural Economics

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ogbomosho

Aug 2009 - Feb 2015

Ogbomosho, Oyo State, NG

Certificates

Workflow Specialist

Asana

Jun 2023

Email Marketing

LinkedIn Learning

May 2023

Customer Relationship Management

Great Learning

Apr 2023

Customer Service Essential

LinkedIn Learning

Mar 2023

Customer Service: Problem Solving and Troubleshooting

LinkedIn Learning

Feb 2023

Customer Service Foundation

LinkedIn Learning

Jan 2023

Languages

English

Skills

Customer Service & Support

  • Customer Service
  • Customer Retention
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Problem Solving
  • Troubleshooting
  • Product Knowledge
  • Client Engagement

Sales & Lead Generation

  • Lead Generation
  • Sales Strategies
  • Cold Calling
  • Appointment Setting
  • Email Marketing
  • Conversion Rate Optimization
  • CRM
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Lemlist
  • Apollo.io
  • Pipedrive
  • Go High Level

Project Management & Operations

  • Project Management
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Process Improvement
  • Data Entry
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Compliance
  • Financial Record Keeping
  • Strategic Planning
  • Deadline Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Asana
  • Trello
  • ClickUp
  • Notion
  • Airtable

Virtual Assistance & Administration

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Calendar Management
  • Travel Itinerary Planning
  • Data Entry
  • Research & Analysis
  • Digital Tools
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google Workspace
  • Zoom
  • Calendly

Communication & Collaboration

  • Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Collaboration
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Empathy
  • Active Listening
  • Slack

Web Design & Development Fundamentals

  • User-Friendly Websites
  • Layout Design
  • Functionality
  • User Experience (UX)