Jude Mgbanya

I am a strategic leader with a robust track record in business transformation, market intelligence, and technology strategies across Africa's IT and fintech sectors. Experienced in delivering high-impact consulting projects, driving digital transformation, and enabling organizational growth through data-driven insights, stakeholder engagement, and innovation management. Adept at working with C-suite executives, facilitating strategic alignment, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results.

Strategy & Transformation Specialist at ITH Holdings / IT Horizons Group (2023-01 – Present)

• Led the development and implementation of the IT Horizons Five-Year Strategy Plan (2024–2029), including external/internal diagnostics, competitive analysis, and strategic recommendations for market expansion in Nigeria, Ghana, UK, and North America.
• Designed and managed the FY25 Mission Plan Process Workplan, cascading strategic objectives and KPIs across all business units, and facilitating organization-wide alignment through workshops and training sessions.
• Orchestrated the Innovation Strategy Calendar and Implementation Plan, launching and managing a company-wide innovation program, including ideation, pitch competitions, and training for cross-functional teams.
• Authored and presented the Cloud and AI Acceleration: Demand Trends for IT Solution Providers in 2025 report, providing market analysis, technology trends, and actionable strategies for IT solution providers.
• Directed and authored market research on IT industry trends and opportunities across Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, and Egypt, informing business expansion and investment strategies.
• Led workshops and training sessions for C-level executives, line managers, and staff on mission planning, strategic alignment, and innovation methodologies.

Business Development Manager at Paramount Multiservice Ventures (2021-01 – 2023-12)

• Directed brand repositioning and market expansion, resulting in a 10% increase in market penetration.
• Built and led high-performing teams, delivering projects 20% ahead of schedule and achieving a 75% revenue increase.
• Optimized supply chain and procurement processes, reducing costs by 12%.

Field Research Officer at Earth-Solutions Nigeria Ltd. (2015-01 – 2018-12)

• Managed research teams conducting 50+ field surveys across 5 states, providing actionable intelligence for policy and strategy.

Master of Agribusiness Management in Agribusiness Management – Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (2018-01 – 2021-12)

Bachelor of Agriculture Economics in Agriculture Economics – Ebonyi State University (2010-01 – 2015-12)