Ahmed Sikiru

Strategic Business Development and Program Management professional with extensive experience leading stakeholder engagement initiatives, developing strategic partnerships, coordinating projects, delivering community-focused programs, and driving organizational growth across public and private sectors. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, support strategic initiatives, improve operational effectiveness, and deliver measurable outcomes through data-driven decision-making. Experienced in client relationship management, economic development, community outreach, program delivery, and business transformation.

Corporate Sales Associate at Oasis Innovation Canada (2025-07 – Present)

• Conduct detailed residential water quality assessments and provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships through consultative engagement and customer education.
• Coordinate client onboarding activities and support project implementation from assessment through installation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure service delivery excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Support strategic business initiatives, reporting, documentation, and performance measurement.

Entrepreneurship Ambassador at Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship – Centennial College (2024-01 – 2024-12)

• Delivered entrepreneurship and innovation programs to 2,000+ students.
• Coordinated community outreach initiatives and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Facilitated collaboration between students, mentors, and external partners.
• Supported strategic initiatives focused on innovation and economic development.

Business Development Manager at PK Corporate Ventures (2020-01 – 2023-12)

• Managed strategic initiatives supporting growth and market expansion for 300+ SMEs.
• Developed stakeholder engagement strategies and strategic partnerships.
• Led project coordination activities and business transformation initiatives.
• Prepared reports, recommendations, and business cases for executive stakeholders.

Business Development & Brand Manager at Earnwise Development Company Ltd (2019-01 – 2020-12)

• Developed strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Coordinated cross-functional projects involving sales, marketing, and operations.
• Led continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency.

Sales Executive / Team Lead at Diamond / Access Bank Plc (2015-01 – 2018-12)

• Acquired 2,500+ customers and managed significant sales portfolios.
• Led teams responsible for stakeholder engagement and service delivery.
• Supported policy implementation, compliance requirements, and performance reporting.

Post-Graduate Certificate in International Business Management – Centennial College (2024)

Post-Graduate Certificate in Strategic Management – Centennial College (2023)

BSc in Accounting – University of Jos (2017)

Diploma in Banking and Finance – University of Jos (2011)