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Nicolas Junko Guiass

Nicolas Junko Guiass

Abidjan

Summary

Hello! I'm an experienced business leadership specialist with a focus on Energy Services, Facility Management, and Multi-technical Solutions. With over two decades of hands-on experience, I thrive on optimizing operations within built environments and transforming properties into valuable assets. But what truly brings me joy is helping people succeed at work.

Throughout my career, I've developed the right set of skills to translate and communicate corporate strategy into effective tactics, ensuring operational excellence. If you're looking for someone who combines business development, operations, strategy, and finance expertise, I'm your go-to person!

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director, Energy & Multitechnical Services (CWA)

CFAO Infrastructure
02.2024 - Current
  • Directed regional business development, establishing company as a key player in energy services and data center sectors.
  • Developed high-performing teams through mentorship, guidance, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Enhanced team collaboration via regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Cultivated a continuous improvement culture by empowering employees to express ideas and fostering open communication.
  • Optimized project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and effective time management.
  • Implemented innovative solutions for complex problems, increasing productivity and streamlining operations.
  • Negotiated favorable vendor contracts, reducing costs while improving service quality.
  • Secured key partnerships that bolstered company growth strategy and market reach.
  • Pioneered adoption of sustainable practices, leading to industry recognition and awards.
  • Elevated company profile in industry by spearheading comprehensive rebranding initiative.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.

Executive Chairman (Part Time)

Xenon Projects Limited
06.2016 - Current
  • Formulated strategic objectives and established corporate governance standards.
  • Coordinated effective communication of corporate strategic objectives for tactical and strategic alignment.
  • Initiated discussions on proposals from executive teams and board members.
  • Maintained a compliance system to uphold corporate policies.
  • Ensured Board members received accurate information for performance monitoring and decision-making.
  • Coordinated Board and strategic management meetings to facilitate objective discussions on complex issues.
  • Promoted effective team dynamics and initiated changes with support from Nomination and Governance Committee.
  • Led annual evaluations of Board performance, senior management, and individual directors.

Vice President, Customer Success (Part Time)

Tarklish Technologies Limited
06.2014 - Current
  • Accompanied customers through project development to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Collaborated with software engineering team during design phase to create DFDs aligned with customer needs.
  • Advised customers on effective transformation of ideas into applications.
  • Analyzed customer business models and value chains to recommend technology solutions.
  • Managed software development projects using Agile methodologies, ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207:2017 and ISO/IEC 25000:2005 standards.

Head, International Business & FM Operations

Alpha Mead Facilities & Management Services Limited
08.2018 - 01.2024
  • Coordinated Facilities Management Operations and Portfolio Expansion across Africa, enhancing technology-based FM products.
  • Formulated and reviewed Facilities Management strategies to align with ISO41001 and ISO41012 standards.
  • Developed business strategies for international portfolios, deploying new technologies to increase operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw coordination of International FM Portfolios, ensuring deployment of innovative and sustainable practices.
  • Managed financial planning, CAPEX/OPEX budget monitoring, and performance reporting for improved cash flow.
  • Implemented staff acculturation procedures in line with corporate culture, focusing on stakeholder engagement training.
  • Conducted research and development activities to identify market trends and enhance FM value chain pricing models.
  • Led African expansion program by establishing new businesses in selected countries aligned with corporate vision.

General Manager, Business & Operations

African Star Energy Services Limited
10.2016 - 07.2018
  • Coordinate all Brown Field Maintenance Portfolios and inherent programs and projects
  • Liaise with OEM to procure, Install and maintain divers equipment required for offshore and onshore oil production platforms
  • Plan and execute TAM and Planned preventive maintenance on client oil fields
  • Develop project execution plans in line with global standards and client specification with emphasis on quality, safety and traceability
  • Develop business and operational tactics in line with strategic objectives and execute corporate performance management using the BSC methodology
  • Strategy communication, implementation, alignment, monitoring, evaluation
  • Design & communicate project execution tactics to achieve strategic objectives
  • Stakeholder engagement, management & Board Reporting
  • Financial & technical Risk analysis and management; and Change planning, management, evaluation, and realignment
  • Project Audit & Process Control to identify failures and deviations for subsequent realignment towards strategic direction
  • Monitoring and implementation of Quality & HSE procedures
  • Confirm compliance of bookkeeping with IFRS and analyse management account for informed business decisions and direction
  • Develop and monitor implementation of marketing and sales strategy for Portfolio Diversification and attend major Oil and Gas conferences around the world to gather market intelligence that determines products and value adds that keep customers satisfied
  • Establish global partnerships and local representation of OEMs with innovative products and attend events to showcase company products

General Manager, Business & Operations

Tartan Engineering Limited
05.2014 - 10.2016
  • Develop the Civil Engineering business and coordinate all property development activities from design to completion
  • Coordinate all Brown Field Maintenance Portfolios and inherent programs and projects
  • Liaise with OEM to procure, Install and maintain divers equipment required for offshore and onshore oil production platforms
  • Monitor staff performance and ranking exercise and review scorecards to identify talents and subsequent deployment to positions where their strengths are optimally exploited
  • Develop project execution plans in line with global standards and client specification with emphasis on quality, safety and traceability
  • Develop business and operational tactics in line with strategic objectives and execute corporate performance management using the BSC methodology
  • Strategy communication, implementation, alignment, monitoring, evaluation
  • Design & communicate project execution tactics to achieve strategic objectives
  • Stakeholder engagement, management & Board Reporting
  • Financial & technical Risk analysis and management; and Change planning, management, evaluation, and realignment
  • Project Audit & Process Control to identify failures and deviations for subsequent realignment to strategy
  • Monitoring and implementation of Quality & HSE procedures
  • Confirm compliance of bookkeeping with IFRS and analyse management account for informed business decisions and direction
  • Develop and monitor implementation of marketing and sales strategy for Portfolio Diversification and attend major Oil and Gas conferences around the world to gather market intelligence that determines products and value adds that keep customers satisfied
  • Establish global partnerships and local representation of OEMs with innovative products and attend events to showcase company products

Advertising & communication Officer

NEXT ONE
07.2013 - 05.2014
  • Company Overview: - Paris
  • Design and implementation of surveys and drafting of marketing plans
  • Accompanying client on their marketing and communication projects
  • Evaluate advertising & communication effects
  • - Paris
  • PROJECT: Publicity campaign for Twingo & Smart in Rouen, Rive Gauche & Rive Droite
  • CLIENT: Renault & Smart

Business Development/Global strategist (Part Time)

Tartan Engineering Limited
05.2009 - 03.2014
  • Developing local and Global Partnership
  • Formulating and implementing business development strategies
  • Market study, research and data analysis (Triangulation Approach)
  • Drafting of business development procedures
  • Strategic partnership with OEMs, Suppliers & Clients
  • Marketing and Sales
  • Design & implementation of Client retention strategies
  • Organize strategy and planning sessions
  • Design and implement performance management using the Balanced Score Card system

Research Officer

Agence le Troisième Pole
07.2012 - 06.2013
  • Company Overview: - Paris
  • Design and circulate web/paper based questionnaires
  • Implement a quantitative approach to pull data on artistic and cultural practices
  • Compute collected data and analyse with Modalisa software
  • Collect and analyze data under the qualitative approach
  • Drafting of final survey report
  • - Paris
  • PROJECT: CLIENT: The Region of Upper Normandy
  • Survey on Culture & entertainment practices in the upper Normandy Region of France

Business Partnership Facilitator

Franco-Nigerian Chamber of Commerce
04.2008 - 06.2011
  • Facilitated investments of French companies in Nigeria through strategic consultancy services.
  • Established partnerships between Nigerian and French companies to enhance collaboration.
  • Organized business seminars and workshops to promote strategic partnerships.

Manager IT, MultiMedia & Events

Alliance Française Port Harcourt
12.2005 - 02.2011

IT Management:

  • Oversee the daily operations of the IT department, ensuring the network, systems, and data are secure and running efficiently.
  • Develop and implement IT policies and procedures to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance.
    Manage IT budgets, including forecasting and cost control.
  • Lead IT projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and new implementations.
    Provide technical support and training to staff as needed.

Multimedia Management:

  • Supervise the creation and production of multimedia content, including videos, graphics, and animations.
  • Ensure the quality and consistency of multimedia content across all platforms.
  • Manage multimedia projects from concept to completion, including scriptwriting, filming, editing, and distribution.
  • Stay updated with the latest multimedia tools and technologies to enhance content creation.


Multimedia Management:

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute company events, including conferences, seminars, and corporate meetings.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure event objectives are met.
  • Manage event budgets, logistics, and vendor relationships.
  • Oversee the setup and operation of audiovisual equipment for events.
  • Evaluate event success and provide post-event reports and recommendations.
  • Organization of creative seminars and workshops on specific topics
  • Organization of Festivals, Artistic & Scientific Exhibitions
  • Develop Local & International Sponsorship & Partnership
  • Responding to issues related to creativity and artistry
  • Liaising with the French community in Port Harcourt to promote the French culture in Port Harcourt
  • Liaising with the state's ministry of education to promote communicative pedagogic methods

IT Technician

Alliance Française Port Harcourt
03.2001 - 11.2005
  • Maintained office PCs, networks, and mobile devices to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Set up PCs, projectors, and microphones for efficient video conferencing room usage.
  • Established and optimized networks through installation of wiring, cabling, and devices.
  • Provided remote technical support, resolving issues swiftly without onsite visits.
  • Responded to end-user support requests and guided individuals through troubleshooting processes.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on hardware to extend lifespan and reduce failures.
  • Managed hardware and software inventory to ensure proper allocation and maintenance.
  • Completed detailed reports on IT operations, offering management insights for improvement.

Education

Risk Management

Académie Canadienne De Management Et De Technologies
Canada

Strategic Management

Académie Canadienne De Management Et De Technologies
Canada

Operations Management

Académie Canadienne De Management Et De Technologies
Canada

Economics & International Business

International Business Management Institute

Certificate in Marketing and Communication -

International Business Management Institute
Germany

Ph.D. - International Business & Communication

Horizon University
France
04-2027

Sustainability Facility Management Certification

INTERNATIONAL FACILITY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
USA
09-2025

IFMA FMP - Facilities And Worplace Management

International Facility Management Association
04-2024

EDGE Expert Training

IFC SINTALI
United Kingdom
01-2024

Masters 2 - Creative Project Development & Management

Université De Rouen
Rouen France
05-2014

Master of Science - Audience Development

Université De Rouen
Rouen France
06-2013

Bachelor of Science - Communication

Université De Rouen
Rouen France
05-2008

Associate of Science - Didactics of Languages

Université De Rouen
Rouen France
05-2007

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • People management
  • Operations management
  • Project management
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Strategies and goals
  • Employee development
  • Staff management
  • Goal setting
  • Budget control
  • Business planning
  • Change management
  • Program management
  • Negotiation
  • Contract negotiation
  • Legal and regulatory compliance
  • Crisis management
  • Corporate communications
  • Business administration
  • Financial planning
  • Sales management
  • Story pitching
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Visionary leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Performance management
  • Business strategy
  • Risk management

Accomplishments

  • Established Alpha Mead in 22 Countries
  • Attained Operating Income of Over $50m
  • Developed & Implemented the SEOp DNA Change at CFAO
  • Won 5 Global Key Accounts

Languages

English
French

Other Competencies

  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Application
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft project
  • Advanced knowledge on HTML coding
  • Advanced knowledge in both accrual and cash basis accounting
  • Advanced understanding of general contractual terms
  • Advanced knowledge on customer approach
  • Advanced knowledge on the use of internet
  • Intermediate knowledge in hardware & software troubleshooting
  • High consciousness of the triple constraints and references for international specifications

Life Principle

Be truthful and fair in all you do

Personal Information

  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Cameroonian/Nigerian
  • Marital Status: Married

Hobbies and Interests

  • Music
  • Martial Arts

Years Of Experience

24

Affiliations

  • IFMA

Certification

INFMA FMP

Music

Guiter & Voice

Music

Guitar & Voice (The Absolution Band)

Timeline

Director, Energy & Multitechnical Services (CWA)

CFAO Infrastructure
02.2024 - Current

Head, International Business & FM Operations

Alpha Mead Facilities & Management Services Limited
08.2018 - 01.2024

General Manager, Business & Operations

African Star Energy Services Limited
10.2016 - 07.2018

Executive Chairman (Part Time)

Xenon Projects Limited
06.2016 - Current

Vice President, Customer Success (Part Time)

Tarklish Technologies Limited
06.2014 - Current

General Manager, Business & Operations

Tartan Engineering Limited
05.2014 - 10.2016

Advertising & communication Officer

NEXT ONE
07.2013 - 05.2014

Research Officer

Agence le Troisième Pole
07.2012 - 06.2013

Business Development/Global strategist (Part Time)

Tartan Engineering Limited
05.2009 - 03.2014

Business Partnership Facilitator

Franco-Nigerian Chamber of Commerce
04.2008 - 06.2011

Manager IT, MultiMedia & Events

Alliance Française Port Harcourt
12.2005 - 02.2011

IT Technician

Alliance Française Port Harcourt
03.2001 - 11.2005

Risk Management

Académie Canadienne De Management Et De Technologies

Strategic Management

Académie Canadienne De Management Et De Technologies

Operations Management

Académie Canadienne De Management Et De Technologies

Economics & International Business

International Business Management Institute

Certificate in Marketing and Communication -

International Business Management Institute

Ph.D. - International Business & Communication

Horizon University

Sustainability Facility Management Certification

INTERNATIONAL FACILITY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION

IFMA FMP - Facilities And Worplace Management

International Facility Management Association

EDGE Expert Training

IFC SINTALI

Masters 2 - Creative Project Development & Management

Université De Rouen

Master of Science - Audience Development

Université De Rouen

Bachelor of Science - Communication

Université De Rouen

Associate of Science - Didactics of Languages

Université De Rouen
Nicolas Junko Guiass