Our Woman Crush Wednesday, Chinonyerem Opara is a one-of-a-kind marketing and sales leader whose career spans over a decade of transforming brands and driving business growth in Nigeria’s consumer goods industry.
At Reckitt, Chinonyerem leads brand strategy and execution, using insights and creativity to design campaigns that truly connect with consumers. Her work has shaped household names, fuelled innovation, and delivered consistent results through effective leadership and collaboration.
Before Reckitt, she made her mark at Unilever, where she spearheaded category growth and brand positioning. Under her leadership, brands like Pepsodent and OMO recorded significant market share and volume increases, solidifying her reputation as a strategist with both vision and execution power.
Her achievements in sales are equally noteworthy, from expanding territory coverage by 20% to boosting sales volumes by 24%, earning her recognition as Best Field Sales Manager not once, but twice.
Beyond her corporate achievements, Chinonyerem continues to invest in her growth. With an MBA from Nexford University, a degree in Banking & Finance from Imo State University, and certifications from CIM, BMA, and Harvard Business Online, she embodies a commitment to excellence and lifelong learning.
Chinonyerem Opara is more than a marketing professional, she is a force shaping the future of brands, inspiring women in business, and proving that passion and persistence always pay off. Pride Magazine Nigeria today acknowledges and celebrates Chinonyerem for all her great work and accomplishments.