I am responsible for supporting the growth and development of startup ecosystems globally. To achieve this goal, I collaborate with a range of stakeholders, including governments, government agencies, investors, accelerators, incubators, and corporations, to identify and pursue opportunities for growth and collaboration. Additionally, I am responsible for cultivating relationships with key players within the startup community globally.

GC Business Finance | Mar 2021 - Jul 2022

Loan Officer - Start-Up Loans

I was responsible for developing relationships with new and existing intermediaries and assessing loan applications. I provided a judgemental decision on applications and offered support to clients in developing business plans and accessing finance. I also worked closely with various UK government agencies to assist start-up businesses in obtaining funding.

Access Bank Zambia Plc | Oct 2018 - Nov 2020

Branch Service Manager

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Atlas Mara Ltd. | Jul 2017 - Sep 2018

Relationship Officer- SME and Business Banking

As the principal point of contact for SME and business banking customers, I developed and maintained strong relationships to provide responsive service and support their financial needs. I also contributed to the overall success of the bank by acquiring new customers and increasing business with existing clients.

Finance Bank(Z) Ltd | Sep 2014 - Jun 2017

Retail Banking Officer

As part of the management team at Kitwe Branch, I played a key role in transforming the branch from a loss-making to a profit-making operation within one year. We accomplished this by identifying and addressing income leakages, increasing the bank's share of business with existing customers, bringing on new customers, and finding ways to tailor the bank's products and services to meet the diverse needs of all customers.

Mukuba Pensions Trustees Limited | Jan 2014 - Jul 2014

Pension Officer-Claims and Benefits

I was responsible for administering pension benefits to eligible pensioners, accurately calculating pension benefits according to scheme rules, and explaining pension benefit calculations to matured pensioners. I also provided a high level of customer service to all clients, ensuring that their queries were resolved efficiently. In addition, I ensured that new pensioners, including retiring members and dependents of deceased members, fully understood their benefits entitlements and procedures to avoid misunderstandings.

First National Bank (FNB) Zambia Limited | May 2013 - Jul 2013

Intern

I was responsible with managing and maintaining customer account files, providing customer service to clients, both companies and individuals and helping out with overall bank work.

University of Namibia | Jan 2011 - Dec 2011

Faculty Representative of Economics and Management Sciences

My responsibilities were to act as the link between the students and the staff in the Faculty, representing the views of the students in the Faculty Meetings, making a year plan for the Faculty in conjunction with the Dean and Faculty Officer and chairing the Student Lecturer Forum.

Finance Bank of Zambia Limited | Feb 2008 - Nov 2008

Cashier

Paying out Government of the Republic of Zambia bursaries at the Copperbelt University.

My Education

Take a look at my formal education

Master's degree, Quantitative Asset and Risk Management · (October in Quantitative FinanceUniwersytet Ekonomiczny w Katowicach | 2024

Certificate in Treasury Fundamentals, TreasuryAssociation of Corporate Treasurers | 2017

Bachelor of Economics (Honours), EconomicsUniversity of Namibia | 2012

Grade 12 Certificate St John Convent Secondary School | 2007

About Me

With over a decade of experience in business development, lending, and banking spanning three countries and two continents. I am eager to develop the requisite skills needed to excel as a Quantitative Analyst and/or Data Scientist.

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