Marvin Ogutu

Developed and managed a high-performing team of sales managers, team leaders, promoters, and over 70 sales agents Provided comprehensive training, mentoring, motivation, and coaching to ensure accountability and drive profitability Leveraged CRM data to determine customer preferences and customize marketing campaigns, optimizing sales techniques for customer acquisition, development, and retention Oversaw the area agent representatives' cascaded training program to ensure proper training for customer service teams, agents, and promoters Generated precise analytical reports detailing daily, weekly, and monthly sales activities and performance metrics against predetermined KPIs Created a comprehensive product strategy for the KOKO Smart Cooker Kit and implemented creative sales techniques

Led successful partnership negotiations and facilitated focused group discussions between the County Government's Department of Environment, the Kenya Forestry Service, and key players in the forestry industry Accelerated project development and expansion in Kwale and Kilifi counties Implemented strategic cost analysis and innovative cost-saving strategies Developed and managed budget models, expenses, and forecasts Oversaw the promotion of 15% of my team to leadership positions

Led and coordinated forestry activities in Kwale County Hired and managed a team of 130+ field extension staff Proactively identified and resolved high-level problems and challenges Played a key role in developing and implementing county-level Field Operations Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Led the hiring, onboarding, and training of the entire field team Mentored and coached the first batch of field staff in Kwale Designed comprehensive training curricula for field teams and farmers Orchestrated the planting of a record-breaking 435,200 trees Implemented effective communication channels and processes

Led the successful implementation of the LEAP 2.0 program across 22 counties in Kenya Oversaw the distribution of 660 e-readers to 32 libraries Developed and implemented timely and accurate data collection and reporting systems Launched an initiative at the Naivasha Maximum Prison

Effectively carried out the Tusome e-reading program Conducted comprehensive training needs assessments Designed and managed engaging and inspiring training sessions Acted as a liaison between Worldreader and government officials

Led the recruitment, training, and selection process for teachers and academy managers Conducted regular classroom observations Facilitated monthly reflection sessions

Contributed to the development of a comprehensive communications strategy Coordinated logistics and planning for high-profile events