Richard Abiola Ogunsola

Spearheaded end-to-end product development for Torrista, GoTrip, and Thrupas, integrating AI to reduce bank and partner travel payment expenses by 20% and enhance automation by 60%.

Drove a 20% increase in product adoption for core digital offerings (One Bank, Café One, Specta) by optimizing the new-user activation funnel, boosting user retention and engagement by 45%.

Oversaw the digital strategy for Qoray, leading to a Guinness World Record achievement and the successful launch of Nigeria's first Electric Vehicle commercial charging stations.

Developed and launched Uncover Naija, a digital cultural repository hosting 1,000+ local content/assets, in partnership with Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Tourism.

Designed and executed customer acquisition strategies, expanding the business portfolio by 22% and generating over N18 billion ($12M) in deposits and N12.3 billion ($8.2M) in risk assets.

Led strategic partnerships and API integrations with MTN Nigeria's See Naija and My Lagos App, creating a frictionless ecosystem that delivered seamless navigation, entertainment, and localized payment experiences for diasporans.

Led remote cross-functional teams (Nigeria, India, UK) in the development and launch of an AI-powered social networking app, acquiring 11,000+ new users and generating N40 million ($72,000) in revenue within 6 months.

Integrated continuous user feedback loops into product development cycles, significantly improving user experience (UX) and boosting retention and subscription rates.

Implemented structured workflows and asynchronous communication tools, enhancing cross-timezone collaboration for remote teams and improving project delivery efficiency.

Orchestrated successful marketing campaigns for Amatem Softgel and Darvavit brands across 3 editions of Big Brother Naija, generating over 10 million impressions and achieving 1,000% social media growth.

Forged strategic, long-term CSR partnerships with organizations like itel Mobile and Drug-Aid Africa, significantly enhancing brand awareness, loyalty, and community impact.

Achieved 60% Click-Through Rate (CTR) growth and tripled user engagement for Scooper App by deploying targeted content marketing strategies during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Improved user retention rates to 98% by strategically leveraging customer insights to develop highly effective, UX-focused content.

Implemented comprehensive SEO-driven strategies, successfully expanding blog readership across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.

Produced high-quality, in-depth content covering global Entertainment, Fashion, Intellectual Property, and Gadgets, establishing increased authority in competitive niches.

Authored viral blockchain/cryptocurrency content, including 'Bitcoin at 10', which secured high-value partnerships with Propy, Steem, and other international blockchain firms.

Managed content and user engagement strategies, significantly improving blockchain adoption and community participation.