YAKUBU SALISU

Entrepreneurial Business Administration Graduate & Fashion Designer
Keffi, NG.

About

Entrepreneurial Business Administration graduate with 3+ years of hands-on experience as a CEO and Fashion Designer, demonstrating expertise in business operations, client relations, and creative production. Proven leader with strong skills in customer service, design innovation, and team mentorship, passionate about driving growth and youth development. Eager to apply a diverse skill set in business strategy, design, and education to a dynamic organization, contributing significant value and fostering professional advancement.

Work

Yakub Fashion Design
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CEO / Fashion Designer

Nasarawa State, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Summary

Led all aspects of a fashion design business, from operations and client relations to creative production and strategic growth.

Highlights

Streamlined daily business operations and cultivated strong customer relationships, enhancing client satisfaction and retention.

Innovated and produced bespoke embroidery and fashion pieces, consistently meeting client specifications and elevating brand reputation.

Mentored and trained multiple apprentices in advanced embroidery and fashion design techniques, fostering skill development and enhancing team production capabilities.

Developed and implemented strategic initiatives that expanded client acquisition and significantly drove overall business growth.

Government Secondary School, Barde
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Corps Member (Teacher)

Barde, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided academic support and contributed to school development and community service initiatives as a National Youth Service Corps member.

Highlights

Taught and provided academic support to students across various subjects, fostering improved understanding and engagement.

Actively participated in school development activities, contributing to curriculum enhancement and extracurricular program implementation.

Engaged in community service initiatives, positively impacting local welfare and strengthening school-community relations.

Misbahuddeen Islamiya Nur/Pri. School
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Class Teacher

Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Summary

Delivered comprehensive educational programs and fostered academic and moral development for primary school students.

Highlights

Successfully delivered engaging lessons and managed classroom activities for diverse groups of students, fostering a positive learning environment.

Guided students' academic and moral development through tailored instruction and mentorship, resulting in improved learning outcomes.

Accurately maintained comprehensive student records and conducted performance assessments, providing valuable feedback to students and parents.

Mohd Salisu Abdulhamid
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Tailor / Fashion Designer

Summary

Assisted in garment production and finishing while acquiring advanced tailoring and embroidery expertise.

Highlights

Contributed to garment production and finishing processes, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to design specifications.

Mastered advanced tailoring and intricate embroidery techniques, significantly enhancing technical skill set and contributing to diverse projects.

Provided attentive customer service and managed client fittings, ensuring high client satisfaction and accurate garment customization.

Education

Nasarawa State University
Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

B.Sc.

Business Administration

Certificates

Business Scaling and Exporting
YouthThrive Entrepreneurship Program
SMEDAN Entrepreneurship Training
Tailoring and Fashion Designing
ICT Certification

Skills

ICT Skills

Digital Literacy, Computer Proficiency.

Embroidery

Hand Embroidery, Machine Embroidery.

Fashion Design

Fashion Design, Garment Construction.

Business Management

Business Operations, Strategic Planning, Client Acquisition.

Customer Service

Client Relations, Customer Satisfaction.

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Communication, Presentation Skills.

Leadership & Teamwork

Team Leadership, Mentorship, Collaboration.

References

Available upon request

Projects

Fashion & Embroidery Portfolio

Summary

A comprehensive portfolio showcasing expertise in custom fashion design, intricate embroidery, and apparel production for diverse client needs.