Chi Chi Okezie

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DISC Type : CD

Owner/Producer at SIMPLEnetworking, LLC

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Overview

Chi Chi Okezie is the owner and Chief Networking Officer of SIMPLEnetworking, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in networking, diversity and inclusion, and cultural awareness. A trilingual Emory University alumna and author of two books, she is a recognized speaker and trainer for corporations, universities, and federal agencies. People who have worked with her describe her as transformative, forward-thinking, and an outstanding professional.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, to Nigerian immigrants, Chi Chis multicultural upbringing shaped her worldview and career. She is passionate about mentoring, volunteering, and giving back to her community, particularly through her active involvement with the Emory University alumni association, where she supports students and fellow graduates.

As a child, when asked what she wanted to be when she grew up, Chi Chi replied, "A Ninja, " inspired by the discipline, grace, and art form of the skilled fighters.

Personality Overview

Thorough Evaluator

Fast But Analytical

Rigorous & Demanding

They take a lot of pride in personal achievements.  They like to move fast and expect the same from others. They are not always relationship oriented.

Topics They Care About

Strategic Networking
As the founder of SIMPLEnetworking and author of two books on the topic, she has built her career on teaching others how to build meaningful professional relationships.
Diversity & Inclusion
Her consulting firm specializes in D&I training, and she actively promotes diversifying professional networks, often speaking on the topic and creating content for Black History Month.
Cultural Awareness
A trilingual cultural expert who infuses arts and entertainment into her training, she leverages her multicultural background to help others navigate different cultural environments.

Media Appearances

Podcast Interview – SIMPLEnetworking, LLC. Featured in SN Seminars

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Work History

1-2006
Owner/Producer at SIMPLEnetworking, LLC
9-2001 - 12-2005
Owner at PARLEZ-VOUS FRANCAIS

Education

1996 - 2000
BA from Emory University
1996 - 1998
Associate of Arts - AA from Oxford College of Emory University

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Insights For Selling To Chi Chi

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get to the point quickly instead of spending time doing small talk
  • Hold your ground without indulging in one-upmanship
  • Speak about competitive differentiation that your product offers

DONT's

  • Don’t take too much time in sending them information if they ask for any
  • Don't try too hard to forge relationships with them
  • Do not hesitate from asking counter questions, just avoid challenging their authority

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chi Chi is

  • Confidence in impact is paramount to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chi Chi

  • If they decide not to go ahead, they will say no without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chi Chi move?

  • They can reach decisions fairly quickly if they are convinced.
  • Can Chi Chi take some risk or not?

  • They don’t mind risks but can be quite binary about them.

You And Chi Chi

Personality Compatibility


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