BELLO ABDULGANIYU OLUBUNMI
Business Development & Operations Executive
Travel & Tourism · Higher Education · Oil & Gas Services ? bunmibello2001@outlook.com
? +234 8149404023
? Nigeria
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28+ Years Experience

EXECUTIVE PROFILE
A versatile, results-driven executive with over 28 years of experience building businesses and leading operations across Nigeria's most dynamic sectors — from industrial chemicals and telecoms to oil & gas remediation, Hajj & Umrah pilgrimage services, and university commercial ventures. Known for transforming start-up operations into structured, high-performing enterprises and for building lasting client and stakeholder relationships rooted in trust. Currently spearheading Morkasu Connect, a pilgrim support initiative redefining standards in Nigerian Hajj and Umrah travel coordination.

CORE COMPETENCIES
Business Development Operations Management Strategic Partnerships
Hajj & Umrah Coordination Sales & Commercial Leadership Team Building & Training
Client Relationship Management University Commercial Ventures Oil & Gas Services

CAREER HISTORY
Director, Operations / Strategic Advisor | Morkasu Li Haqi Travels & Tours Limited · Nigeria
2025 – Present
? Returned to Morkasu as Director of Operations, overseeing all service delivery for Hajj and Umrah packages.
? Conceived and is actively building Morkasu Connect — a structured pilgrim support programme with WhatsApp-based coordination, multi-lingual communication (Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo), and a pre-departure 'Known Face' coordinator guarantee.
? Driving brand differentiation through a radical transparency model: written service agreements, zero hidden fees, and post-return follow-through programmes.
? Working to position Morkasu as the most trusted, pilgrim-centred travel company in Nigeria's competitive Hajj market.

Director of Business | Ahman Petigi University · Nigeria
2023 – 2025
? Appointed as Director of Business responsible for the oversight and growth of all university commercial ventures.
? Developed commercial strategies to diversify institutional revenue streams beyond tuition income.
? Built partnerships and managed relationships with external stakeholders to drive university brand visibility and commercial performance.

Head of Business Operations | Morkasu Li Haqi Travels & Tours Limited · Nigeria
2014 – 2023
? Established and led end-to-end business operations for a full-service Hajj and Umrah travel provider.
? Managed pilgrim logistics, vendor coordination, accommodation, and transport arrangements for annual Hajj seasons.
? Built a loyal and growing client base through personalised service, community trust, and repeat referrals.
? Introduced structured coordination systems that reduced confusion and improved pilgrim satisfaction significantly.

Operations Manager | MOA Technical Limited · Port Harcourt, Nigeria
2005 – 2014
? Led operational delivery of environmental remediation services to major oil companies in the Niger Delta.
? Managed multi-disciplinary field teams, subcontractors, and equipment procurement for large-scale remediation projects.
? Simultaneously managed a home appliances business line, overseeing supply chain, sales, and after-sales service.
? Cultivated strong client relationships with oil sector operators, ensuring repeat contracts and long-term partnerships.

Marketing Manager | Alphamok Limited · Nigeria
2003 – 2005
? Promoted and sold specialist IT infrastructure products including FM200 fire suppression systems, raised access floors for data centres, access control doors, and transformer installations.
? Developed the company's marketing strategy and grew the client base across corporate and government sectors.

Sales Manager | iTel Communication Company · Nigeria
2002 – 2003
? Led a sales team in the distribution and retail of mobile phones during Nigeria's early telecoms boom.
? Exceeded sales targets through aggressive market penetration and dealer network development.

Sales Representative | Cytect Engineering & Chemical Limited · Kaduna, Nigeria
Oct 1997 – 2002
? Sold water treatment chemicals for industrial steam boilers to manufacturing and processing companies.
? Built a strong regional client base through technical consultative selling, demonstrating product effectiveness and building long-term supply relationships.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science – Economics
Bayero University, Kano 1995

CURRENT INITIATIVE: MORKASU CONNECT
Morkasu Connect is a pilgrim-centred coordination programme Bunmy is personally building to transform the Hajj and Umrah travel experience in Nigeria. Key pillars under development include:
? Pre-departure 'Known Face' Guarantee — every pilgrim meets their coordinator before departure.
? Hyper-local multilingual communication in Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo, including coordinator voice notes.
? 'No Pilgrim Left Confused' ritual guidance standard for consistent, reliable spiritual support.
? Radical transparency brand identity — written service agreements, zero hidden fees guarantee.
? Post-return follow-through programme to maintain pilgrim relationships and generate referrals.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Member, National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) Nigeria
Member, Marketing Institute of Ireland (MII) Ireland