Olu John
Trustee
Trustee
I am a graduate of Economics from Lagos State University and additionally, obtained an MBA in International Business Management from Cardiff Metropolitan University Wales. I have attained various qualifications from London School of Economics and City University in Project Management and Operations Research. I am also certified at green belt level as a Lean Six Sigma Practitioner.
With over 10 years’ experience within the financial, telecoms and technology sectors. I have a successful background in delivering cutting-edge product and service solutions to prominent global clients, such as Amazon, Google, INEOS, NBS and Microsoft. Specialising in delivering improvements to overall business performance, through the implementation of lean and value-adding processes with a proven track record in leading dynamic teams, as well as delivering innovative outcomes that transform business capabilities, accelerate strategic company revenue growth, and achieve cost savings. I have also held various account management and project delivery roles at DNC UK Ltd, Sky and the last role at Lumen where I was responsible for renewals and sales before joining Teradata.
Outside work and in my spare time, I maintain a healthy lifestyle by attending the gym regularly. I also have a passion for football, and I hold a red level membership at the Arsenal Football Club which allows me to watch the game from time to time at the stadium with friends and family. I have a passion for travelling and have visited almost 40 countries so far as my family live in different parts of the world and I try to visit them on a regular basis.
I enjoy volunteering with various local and international charities as i continue to support and donate to a few causes that I am passionate about globally e.g., UNHCR & Tearfund. I also have a passion for languages and currently perfecting my French and Spanish language skills for the future.
