Wilfred Lim
Summary
Results-driven manager with a strong background in identifying and leveraging business growth opportunities. Proven track record in negotiating partnerships and enhancing market presence demonstrates a commitment to driving organizational success. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams and crafting strategic business plans ensures alignment with overarching company goals. Passionate about fostering innovation and delivering measurable results in dynamic environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development Manager & Co-Founder
Little Unicorn Preschool Pte. Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
- Financial Oversight: Managed budgeting and financial forecasting to support sustainable growth.
- Market Analysis: Conducted research to identify community needs, developing targeted marketing strategies that boosted enrolment.
- Operational Management: Oversaw enrollment processes, staff recruitment, and compliance, maintaining high-quality educational standards.
- Partnership Building: Established collaborations with local businesses and organizations to enhance offerings and community engagement.
- Strategic Development: Crafted a curriculum focused on play-based learning and emotional growth, aligned with Singapore's educational framework.
- Key Achievements:
- Successful Launch: Successfully established the preschool's foundational structure, completing the setup within three months, ahead of schedule.
- Operational Efficiency: Developed business strategies that increased operational efficiency by 35% within the first six months.
- Community Initiatives: Implemented outreach programs, increasing local engagement by 20%.
- Brand Growth: Developed a strong brand presence, resulting in 15% growth in social media engagement.
- Staff Development: Created a training program leading to 25% improvement in staff retention & satisfaction.
- Revenue: Increased revenue potential by 20% through strategic planning and new service offerings.
Managing Director & Co-Founder
HanLin Language School
01.2010 - Current
- Designed and implemented new curricula that improved student retention rates by 30%.
- Utilized data analytics to identify trends, leading to a 25% improvement in operational efficiency.
- Navigated the school through economic shifts, maintaining profitability and securing long-term growth.
- Recruited, trained, and managed a team of 15 educators and staff, achieving 90% employee retention rate.
- Spearheaded strategic planning and daily operations, leading to 29% growth in annual revenue over 5 years.
- Established international partnerships with five leading educational institutions, resulting in a 20% rise in overseas student enrollment.
- Key Achievements:
- Introduced digital learning solutions that cut curriculum development time by 45%.
- Increased total student enrollment by 65% since taking over as Managing Director.
Facilitator Manager
EAE MBA Residential Program (International)
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Streamlined visa applications and claim submissions, reducing processing time by 32%.
- Managed a $100,000 budget, optimizing resource allocation and achieving cost savings of 18%.
- Recognized for exemplary logistical management, contributing to a 95% program success rating.
- Coordinated logistics for program hosting 60 international participants, ensuring seamless event execution.
- Arranged travel and accommodation for participants across 10 countries, ensuring a 100% satisfaction rate as reflected in post-event surveys.
- Key Achievements:
- Liaised with various organizations to offer participants a pipeline of new employment opportunities
- Recognized for exemplary logistical management, contributing to a 95% program success rating.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Middlesex University
UK03.2024
International Relation
LSE IDEAS
01.2023
Digital Health
Harvard Business School
12.2021
GCE A Levels - undefined
Raffles Junior College
12.2005
GCE O Levels - undefined
Raffles Institution
12.2003
Skills
- Entrepreneurial Leadership: Extensive experience as Managing Director at HanLin Language School, and co-founder of Little Unicorn Preschool, showcasing strategic planning, curriculum development, HR management, and business development skills
- Operational Expertise: Proven ability to oversee day-to-day operations, manage staff, and adapt to changing business environments
- Project and Program Management: Demonstrated success in facilitating the EAE MBA program and setting up preschool operations, highlighting skills in logistics, coordination, and stakeholder management
- Academic Credentials: Impressive educational background with certifications from globally recognized institutions (Harvard Business School, London School of Economics, UBI-Belgium)
- Language Proficiency: Bilingual abilities in English and Mandarin, a significant asset for roles requiring cross-cultural communication
- Highly Transferable Skills:
- Leadership
- Operational efficiency
- Cross-cultural collaboration
- Facilitating high-profile programs
- Adaptability to changes in the business environment
- Business development and planning
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Relationship building and management
- Client relationship building
- Strategic planning
- New business development
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building and rapport
- Goals and performance
- Mentoring and coaching
- Operations
- Verbal and written communication
- Process improvement
- Relationship development
- Lead generation
- Strategic business planning
- Relationship building
- Revenue generation
- Business administration
- Training and development
- Training and mentoring
- Key decision making
- Customer acquisition
- Performance evaluations
- Strategic partnerships
- Sales tracking
- Team building
- Business intelligence and analysis
- Analytics
- Performance goals
- Staff management
- Business planning
- Promotional planning
- Issue resolution
- Stakeholder communication
- Event planning
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of staff in the development of online programs .
Certification
- English and Mandarin (Spoken and Written Native Proficiency)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Business Development Manager & Co-Founder
Little Unicorn Preschool Pte. Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
Facilitator Manager
EAE MBA Residential Program (International)
04.2023 - 06.2023
Managing Director & Co-Founder
HanLin Language School
01.2010 - Current
International Relation
LSE IDEAS
Digital Health
Harvard Business School
GCE A Levels - undefined
Raffles Junior College
GCE O Levels - undefined
Raffles Institution
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Middlesex University