Amobi Okugo
Growth Operator | Help turn relationships into revenue
Studied at Harvard Business School
Works at Visa
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Amobi's Offerings
Custom hourly · $215/hr
Get help with Business Development Strategy, Negotiation Skills, and .
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Amobi’s Business Development & Partnerships Qualifications
Experience level: Manager
10+ people coached for Business Development & Partnerships
Welcome to my profile! With a rich background in business development and strategic partnerships, I bring a wealth of experience from leading roles at Visa, Status Pro, and my own ventures, Serve Consulting LLC and Okugo Ventures. My journey has been marked by successful collaborations with high-profile stakeholders, including the NFL and META, and the launch of innovative projects like NFL PRO ERA. I specialize in helping clients navigate the complexities of business development and partnerships, drawing on my experience in sports, entertainment, and technology sectors. Having coached 18 individuals to achieve their professional goals, I'm here to help you unlock new opportunities and drive impactful growth. Let's connect and explore how I can support your journey!
Amobi can help with:
Business Development Strategy
Negotiation Skills
Networking Strategy
Partnership Development
Skill Building
Amobi also coaches for Career Coaching and Marketing. View all.
Work Experience
Business Associate
Visa
September 2024 - Present
The Visa Champions Program empowers former professional athletes transitioning into new careers by providing tailored development and personalized coaching as they embark on three 8-month rotations across diverse functions and roles within Visa. Rotation 1: Global Core Products - Regional Product and Innovation Affluent Team Rotation 2: Commercial Money Solutions VCS LMM NA FI Sales Specialist Rotation 3: Global Loyalty & Solutions - Points Network, Fifa Loyalty Strategy, Visa Offers Network
Business Development & Account Leadership
Status Pro
July 2022 - February 2024
StatusPRO is a sports technology company that combines data, XR, and real-life experiences to provide a revolutionary suite of training and gaming products. Collaborated with business development and marketing teams to drive project management, strategic partnerships, and business growth with high-profile stakeholders, including the NFL, NFLPA, META, and other key partners. -Contributed to the successful launches of NFL PRO ERA, with over 1M units sold as a core member of the launch team. -Spearheaded the development of compelling pitch decks, shaping the framework to align client goals with partner expectations. -Managed cross-functional communication between clients and partners, ensuring seamless execution of initiatives. -Provided strategic insights and market research for new ventures, enhancing business outcomes and leading on-site activations for major events. Marketing Strategy, Business Development and +3 skills
Founder
Serve Consulting LLC
June 2022 - Present
Boutique firm that designs and delivers strategy, programs, and partnerships for organizations that use sport and education as tools for purposeful social impact. Properties powered by Serve Consulting include: Athlete CEO - an education media platform that helps athletes become enterprises following our Athlete C.E.O playbook model Frugal Athlete - originally founded in 2016 a personal finance blog intended to help athletes make more prudent financial and smarter career decisions Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship and +8 skills
Business Development Consultant
For Soccer
April 2022 - December 2023
Creative venture firm leading a collaborative movement to advance soccer in America, on and off the field. -Played a pivotal role in cultivating key leads and partnerships for soccer activations, significantly expanding the reach and engagement of soccer programs. -Led efforts to facilitate strategic partnerships and secure sponsorship opportunities for the Black Star Soccer Initiative, increasing visibility and resources for the initiative. -Developed and nurtured relationships with sponsors and stakeholders, resulting in successful activations that amplified soccer's presence within underrepresented communities. Business Development, Talent Management and +3 skills
Founder
Okugo Ventures
January 2022 - Present
OK U GO Ventures is the umbrella for my entrepreneurial and creative pursuits — a dynamic house of ventures focused on storytelling, strategy, and execution across sports, culture, and business. As founder, I operate at the intersection of talent, brand, and community, bringing ideas to life through curated experiences, strategic partnerships, and powerful conversations. Talent | Strategist | Creator | Speaker | Moderator | Content Development | Curator | Collaborator | Advisor
Professional Athlete
Major League Soccer
January 2010 - December 2021
Professional soccer player 10+ year career over 200 appearances 1st round draft pick in 2010
Education
Harvard Business School
The Business of Entertainment, Media, and Sports
2021 - 2021
Immersed in a rich and focused learning experience that includes faculty presentations, group discussions, and case studies, you will examine best practices and winning strategies in the worlds of film, television, publishing, music, and sports. Through enlightening cases featuring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Hamilton: An American Musical, MRC's House of Cards, and The Walt Disney Studios, the program provides new insight into strategic entertainment business challenges.
Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Masters of Legal Studies , Sports Law
2019 - 2020
Unique advanced legal degree for non-lawyers that enables professionals to gain solid foundation in U.S. Law