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Rolan Lagura

Rolan Lagura

Senior Director, Head Of Go-To-Market
Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at FWD Life Insurance, adept in fostering collaborative leadership and leveraging data analytics for strategic decision-making. Excelled in driving operational excellence and cultivating stakeholder relations, achieving significant growth and compliance. Skilled in team building and innovation management, consistently delivering exceptional results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Director, Head of Go-To-Market

FWD Life Insurance
06.2015 - Current
  • Created an agile working environment, enabling rapid response to changing business needs without sacrificing quality or performance standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
  • Directed design and execution of business transformation initiatives to drive performance, profit optimization and growth opportunities.
  • Navigated complex regulatory environments to ensure compliance with local laws, standards, and regulations relevant to the business domain.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence within the organization.
  • Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

Jr. Manager, Events

Smart Communications
11.2013 - 02.2015
  • Optimized inventory control processes, minimizing stock discrepancies and maximizing cost savings.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients through excellent communication and service quality, fostering long-term loyalty.
  • Streamlined office operations for increased efficiency and reduced overhead costs.
  • Drove cost savings by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers for effective resource acquisition.
  • Managed resource bandwidth and forecasted resource allocations.

Head of Events

Sun Cellular
10.2008 - 11.2013
  • Developed comprehensive event proposals tailored to specific client needs, demonstrating a deep understanding of their objectives and priorities.
  • Led post-event evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes for future success.
  • Generated significant cost savings through efficient budget management and effective vendor negotiation tactics.
  • Deftly navigated unforeseen challenges or obstacles during live events while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
  • Cultivated lasting relationships with key industry partners, expanding the company''s network of reliable service providers.
  • Supported organizational growth by recruiting, training, and mentoring top talent in the events industry.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction levels by consistently delivering exceptional service throughout all stages of the event lifecycle.
  • Achieved measurable success in meeting clients'' objectives while adhering to strict deadlines and tight budgets.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Management

University of Santo Tomas
Manila
04.2001 -

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Team management

Stakeholder relations

Organizational development

Key performance indicators

Team building

Policy implementation

Culture transformation

Data analytics

Reporting expertise

Core values management

Human resources management

Prospecting skills

Marketing

Innovation management

Strategic planning

Certification

LOMA

Timeline

Senior Director, Head of Go-To-Market

FWD Life Insurance
06.2015 - Current

Jr. Manager, Events

Smart Communications
11.2013 - 02.2015

Head of Events

Sun Cellular
10.2008 - 11.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Management

University of Santo Tomas
04.2001 -

LOMA

Rolan LaguraSenior Director, Head Of Go-To-Market