Professional Summary

Results-driven and strategic operations executive with over a decade of experience leading cross-functional teams and managing regional operations across Africa. Demonstrated excellence in business development, compliance oversight, strategic planning, and customer satisfaction. Adept at scaling operations, developing organizational capacity, and delivering sustained growth in competitive environments. Proven record of success in foreign exchange trading, construction and interior design services, and technology sales.

Professional Experience

Regional Operations Manager, Africa Sep 2021 – Present
Solution Brainbox FZTE, Dubai, UAE

• Lead strategic operations and resource allocation across Africa to maximize productivity and operational efficiency.
• Oversaw interdepartmental coordination, compliance adherence, and business continuity planning.
• Designed innovative strategies resulting in a 40% increase in revenue and enhanced customer satisfaction.
• Facilitated mentorship programs, workforce training, and cross-border team collaboration.

Chief Operating Officer Sep 2019 – Present
Bel Gagne-Pain Investment Limited, Lagos, Nigeria

• Directed core business units including foreign exchange, construction, luxury goods, and IT equipment sales.
• Provided executive oversight for project delivery, staff training, compliance audits, and performance evaluations.
• Spearheaded business continuity and crisis management planning for multinational operations.

Chief Operating Officer Jul 2020 – Present
Rivere de Joie Limited, Lagos, Nigeria

• Championed social impact projects and partnered with Rivere de Joie Foundation in Rwanda to support community infrastructure.
• Executed vendor negotiations, HR development initiatives, and quality assurance programs.
• Represented the organization at business forums, policy events, and international development conferences.

Manager Oct 2016 – Nov 2018
Creamtown, Benin City, Nigeria

• Supervised team operations, inventory planning, and customer experience programs.
• Implemented store compliance and performance tracking systems.

Assistant Feb 2013 – Jan 2016
Sonic Paints, Benin City, Nigeria

• Assisted in office administration, inventory management, and procurement processes.

Education

• Master in Business Administration – Lagos State University, Lagos, Nigeria (Dec 2018)
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science – Benson Idahosa University, Benin City, Nigeria (Jun 2011)

Certifications & Specialized Training

• Supernumerary Police Training Course (Rank: Deputy Superintendent of Police)
• First Aid Certification

Publications

• Obiri, D. (2022). Strategic Compliance Oversight for Multi-National Business Operations. Global Academic Journal of Economics and Business, 4(6), 202–210.
• Obiri, D., Mbabie, C. K., & Obiri, J. C. (2023). The Role of Foreign Exchange Trading in Strengthening Business Resilience. Cross Current International Journal of Economics, Management and Media Studies, 5(6), 146–156.
• Obiri, D., Braimoh, K., & Owolabi, I. O. (2024). Optimizing Workforce Efficiency through Business Intelligence. Middle East Research Journal of Economics and Management, 4(6), 225–233.

Awards and Recognitions

• Best Research Paper Award – Global Academic Journal of Economics and Business (2022)
• Innovative Contribution Award – Solution Brainbox FZTE (2024)
• Leadership Award – Bel Gagne-Pain Investment Ltd. (2023)
• Mentorship Excellence Award – Solution Brainbox FZTE (2024)
• Outstanding Achievement Award – Bel Gagne-Pain Investment Ltd. (2024)
• Star Performance Award – Bel Gagne-Pain Investment Ltd. (2022)
• Teamwork Award – Solution Brainbox FZTE (2023)

Academic Service

• Peer Reviewer, CogNexus: Multidisciplinary Journal of Research and Innovation (2025)
• Recognized for quality reviews in business management, AI, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurial strategy.

Core Competencies

• Organizational Leadership & Strategy
• Foreign Exchange Trading
• Business Intelligence & Risk Management
• Project Planning and Supervision
• Compliance and Regulatory Oversight
• Staff Training and Development
• Sales and Marketing
• Customer Service Excellence
• Crisis and Continuity Planning
• Digital Transformation & Tech Solutions

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite | Business Intelligence Tools
• CRM and ERP Systems | Data Reporting & Analysis
• Workflow Automation | Document Management Systems