Valentine Okwara
About Valentine Okwara
Valentine Okwara is the Country Manager at d.light in Nigeria, where he has successfully implemented strategic initiatives to enhance customer acquisition and revenue growth since 2018. With a background in engineering and business administration, he has held various management roles in telecommunications, including positions at Globacom, Airtel Nigeria, and Smile Communications.
Work at d.light
Valentine Okwara has served as the Country Manager at d.light since 2018, overseeing operations in Nigeria for six years. In this role, he has implemented strategic initiatives that have significantly improved customer acquisition and revenue growth. His leadership focuses on adapting to new challenges and driving sales and distribution success within the organization.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Before joining d.light, Valentine Okwara held several key positions in the telecommunications sector. He worked as the Area Manager at Globacom for 11 months in 2012, and as the Divisional Business Analyst for one year from 2010 to 2011. He also served as the Area Sales Manager at Airtel Nigeria from 2013 to 2016, and as the Regional Head at Smile Communications Nigeria Limited from 2016 to 2018, managing operations across three regions: Edo, Delta, and Anambra.
Education and Expertise
Valentine Okwara holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Enugu State University of Technology (ESUT), which he completed from 2001 to 2006. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the European Business School (EBS) between 2010 and 2012. His academic background supports his expertise in business management and engineering.
Achievements in Team Management
Valentine Okwara has a proven track record of turning around under-performing teams to achieve exceptional business outcomes. His experience in various managerial roles has equipped him with strong skills in team leadership and performance improvement, contributing to the success of the organizations he has worked with.