AKOSUA SAYER KODUAH
Fayetteville
Summary
Dedicated hospitality management professional pursuing a master’s degree in hospitality management, with a strong focus on hospitality data analytics. Eager to harness the power of data to optimize operations, elevate guest experiences, and support strategic decision-making within the hospitality industry. Passionate about transforming data into actionable insights that improve performance, employee satisfaction, and sustainability in the ever-evolving hospitality landscape.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Arkansas
08.2024 - Current
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards.
- Enhanced research quality by conducting thorough literature reviews and synthesizing findings.
- Completed administrative and research duties per professor request.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Reviewed and synthesized relevant research articles to inform the development of research questions and hypotheses.
Hospitality Officer
FORESTRY COMMISSION, ACCRA
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Managing accommodations within the Aburi Botanical Gardens and Forest Reserves, such as Lodges and cabins
- Handle reservations, check-ins, and check-outs for guests staying within the forest reserves and botanical gardens
- Greet and assist visitors, providing them with information about the forest, its rules, and any recreational opportunities available
- Submitting periodic reports on visits to processing firms to scientific liaison officers
- Compiling information on guidelines for new innovations for demonstration to all clients
- Organize and coordinate events within the forest, such as workshops, seminars, or environmental education programs
- Develop and implement strategies to promote the forest as a tourist destination
Remote Research Assistant
UNIVERSITY OF ZURICH
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with doctoral students to collect and analyze data on economic situations in Ghana
- Utilized Python for data analysis, developing scripts to extract, process, and interpret complex datasets
- Conducted thorough research and ensured accurate data collection to meet academic standards
- Prepared detailed reports and visualizations to present findings clearly and effectively
Summer Internship
KWAHU EASTER PROJECTS, KWAHU
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted in organizing and coordinating Kwahu Easter Paragliding Festival Events within the Kwahu Ridge and Mountains
- Assisted in developing and implementing strategies to promote the Kwahu Ridge as a tourist destination in Ghana during Easter festivities
- Assisted in collaborating with marketing teams to create promotional materials and campaigns
Summer Internship
GHANA TOURISM BOARD, ACCRA
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted in collecting and analyzing data related to tourist arrivals, preferences, and feedback
- Contributed to social media campaigns, blog posts, or other promotional materials for Ghana as the Tourist Hub in Africa
- Assisted in the development and implementation of marketing strategies to promote Ghana as a tourist destination
- Work closely with local businesses, hospitality providers, and other stakeholders to enhance the overall tourism experience
Education
Master of Science - Human Environmental Sciences, Hospitality Mgmt
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Business Adminstration, Hospitality Management.
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana11-2022
WASSCE - undefined
Wesley Girls' High School
01.2018
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft office suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Academic research
- Good interpersonal skills
- Time management
- Detail-oriented
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Global Distribution Systems Fares and Ticketing – SABRE
- Diploma in Leadership and Management Styles, Allison
- Tourism management in Ghana.
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Arkansas
08.2024 - Current
Hospitality Officer
FORESTRY COMMISSION, ACCRA
11.2022 - 01.2024
Remote Research Assistant
UNIVERSITY OF ZURICH
09.2022 - 01.2023
Summer Internship
KWAHU EASTER PROJECTS, KWAHU
05.2020 - 08.2020
Summer Internship
GHANA TOURISM BOARD, ACCRA
05.2019 - 08.2019
WASSCE - undefined
Wesley Girls' High School
Master of Science - Human Environmental Sciences, Hospitality Mgmt
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Business Adminstration, Hospitality Management.
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
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