Dr. Ikenna Okongwu

Pioneer
DISC Type : Dsi

MD/CEO at DAATI Universal Concepts Limited

Nigeria

Overview

Dr. Ikenna Okongwu is a visionary leader in the FMCG and QSR industries, currently serving as the MD/CEO of DAATI Universal Concepts. With extensive experience from roles at Food Concepts PLC (Chicken Republic) and KFC, he specializes in operational excellence and strategic growth. People often describe him as exceptional, compassionate, and transformative.

Personality Overview

Driven But Considerate

Friendly But Fast

Decisive But Friendly

If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product  They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)

Topics They Care About

Operational Excellence
His career at KFC and Food Concepts PLC showcases a deep focus on process improvement, cost control, quality management, and driving profitability through operational efficiency.
People Development
Consistently emphasizes his passion for mentoring and coaching. He believes that taking care of people is the most critical element of business success and continuity.
QSR Industry Growth
Has a proven track record of driving massive expansion for QSR brands like Chicken Republic across West Africa, making him an expert on market penetration.

Media Appearances

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Work History

1-2024
MD/CEO at DAATI Universal Concepts Limited
3-2022 - 1-2024
Executive Director at Food Concepts PLC
7-2019 - 3-2022
Divisional Managing Director Operations at Food Concepts PLC
9-2015 - 7-2019
Chief Operating Officer at Food Concepts PLC
5-2012 - 8-2015
Operations Coach at KFC Nigeria - Devyani International Nigeria Limited

Education

2009 - 2011
MiM from University College Dublin
2-2022 - 2-2026
Executive MBA from Henley Business School

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Exp : 33 Location : Nigeria Job Level : N/A Designation : MD/CEO at DAATI Universal Concepts Limited
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Insights For Selling To Dr. Ikenna

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage

DONT's

  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a formal approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Dr. Ikenna is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Dr. Ikenna

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Dr. Ikenna move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Dr. Ikenna take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Dr. Ikenna

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