Fashion and Design
Nena Kalu Ogba
Creative Director
Lagos
Summary
Dynamic designer with a proven track record at excelling in fashion, interior design and bespoke product production solutions, operations and vendor management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Managing Director
Nena Kal Hunter Limited
Lagos, Lagos
12.2010 - Current
- Expanded the design division of the company to incorporate interior design.
- Launched a new line of interior home decoration accessories and beddings.
- Launched a lighting fittings line including chandeliers, floor lamps and table lamps.
- Leads the design team on furniture design and production
- Leads the design team on door design and bespoke staircase railings.
- Negotiates new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
- Delivery of numerous mansions, hotels, guest houses and office complexes across the country.
Lead Designer
Nena Kal Hunter Limited
02.2002 - 04.2010
- Launched one of the biggest millinery studios in Nigeria which created a unique interest and excitement for headgear fashion in Nigeria especially amongst the elite.
- Four time feature in Vogue Magazine for exceptional designs in hats, clothes and fashion accessories.
- Featured in Cosmopolitan Magazine UK.
- Featured in Harpers Bazaar, UK.
- Three time feature in the Royal Ascot Magazine
- Multiple features in Genevieve Magazine, Gallery, City People, Encomium and Fame Magazines.
- Countless features in Nigerian digital and Print media
- Spearheaded the export of Made in Nigeria hats for elite events like the Royal Ascot and Cheltenham horse races UK and similar events in South Africa, Ghana, United States of America and the United Arab Emirates.
- Design and production of ladies nightwear and sports wear.
- Design and production of bespoke wedding and evening gowns
- Design and production of men's casual wear
- Design and production of ladies fashion accessories
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Put together videos for social media, advertising, and informational purposes.
Design Assistant
Henry Poole & Co
08.2001 - 10.2001
- Hand stitching of high end, hand made suits for men
- Led presentations to lead design teams for quality control checks
- Conducted market research to understand trends and customer preferences.
Design Assistant
Freya Lingerie
07.1999 - 09.1999
- Lace selection and pattern grading for brand's lingerie mass production
- Enhanced design project efficiency by streamlining communication amongst team members.
- Assisted with the creation of visually appealing presentations to effectively communicate design concepts and ideas.
- Created samples for presentation to brand's lead designers.
- Supported the design team by preparing print-ready files and coordinating with printers to ensure accurate output.
- Worked with vendors and showrooms to produce quotes.
Internship
Designer: Julien McDonalds Couture
03.1999 - 06.1999
- Led the beading and design of couture handbags, belts for the brand's runway shows in the United Kingdom
- Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
- Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion And Textile Design And Manufacture
De Monfort
Leicester, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Millinery
Kensington And Chelsea College
London, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Skills
Operations management
Logistics Management
Budget Managment
Vendor management
Production Line Management
Quality Control Management
Additional Information
- In 1999, was commissioned by the England Rugby team to design a sports bra and knickers with two small rugby balls, signed by the England rugby team. This was worn by the renowned BBC TV Presenter, Julia Carling to run the London Marathon race. The sports bra and knickers were later actioned at Selfridges London and raised Twenty-Eight Thousand pounds which was donated to the Breast Cancer Appeal Fund, United Kingdom. £28,000
- Received one on one training by the Late Queen Mother's milliner - Rose Corey from the year 2000 to 2001.
Interests
Music
Gourmet Cooking
Timeline
Group Managing Director
Nena Kal Hunter Limited
12.2010 - Current
Lead Designer
Nena Kal Hunter Limited
02.2002 - 04.2010
Design Assistant
Henry Poole & Co
08.2001 - 10.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion And Textile Design And Manufacture
De Monfort
04.2001 -
Millinery
Kensington And Chelsea College
04.2001 -
Design Assistant
Freya Lingerie
07.1999 - 09.1999
Internship
Designer: Julien McDonalds Couture
03.1999 - 06.1999
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