Hi, I’m Ivie Osula, a senior project manager with a track record of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives across luxury, fashion, media, and creative sectors. I’m passionate about turning ambitious ideas into structured, high-impact programs that balance creative vision with financial discipline and operational rigor. I excel at collaborating with editorial, production, legal, and external partners to deliver fast-paced, high-value outcomes while maintaining integrity and strategic focus. I thrive on building strong governance, clear communication, and sustainable processes that drive successful deals and memorable brand experiences.

Ivie Osula

Hi, I’m Ivie Osula, a senior project manager with a track record of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives across luxury, fashion, media, and creative sectors. I’m passionate about turning ambitious ideas into structured, high-impact programs that balance creative vision with financial discipline and operational rigor. I excel at collaborating with editorial, production, legal, and external partners to deliver fast-paced, high-value outcomes while maintaining integrity and strategic focus. I thrive on building strong governance, clear communication, and sustainable processes that drive successful deals and memorable brand experiences.

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Hi, I’m Ivie Osula, a senior project manager with a track record of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives across luxury, fashion, media, and creative sectors. I’m passionate about turning ambitious ideas into structured, high-impact programs that balance creative vision with financial discipline and operational rigor.

I excel at collaborating with editorial, production, legal, and external partners to deliver fast-paced, high-value outcomes while maintaining integrity and strategic focus. I thrive on building strong governance, clear communication, and sustainable processes that drive successful deals and memorable brand experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at DWLL Ltd
January 1, 2017 - Present
Led the creative and strategic direction of a luxury womenswear brand, developing structured collections and overseeing execution from concept to final product across bespoke and ready-to-wear lines. Managed multiple concurrent projects including lookbooks, pop-ups, campaigns, and collaborations; integrated content production workflows, distribution strategy, and brand positioning to accelerate go-to-market timelines while safeguarding creative integrity.
Senior Project Manager, Project & PMO at Standard Chartered Bank
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Led delivery of complex, multi-market initiatives within banking, aligning project scope, governance, and execution with strategic priorities in luxury and media spaces; partnered with business, technology, risk, and compliance teams to drive timely delivery and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
Senior Finance Analyst at Keystone Bank
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2016
Analyzed financial performance, prepared management reports, and delivered insights to support strategic decision‑making; led budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to guide planning and monitor business performance; partnered with stakeholders to provide financial advisory and ensure regulatory compliance.
Senior Project and Program Manager at Deloitte
September 1, 2021 - April 10, 2026
Led several complex, multi-stakeholder commercial initiatives within the luxury and media space, shaping structured partnership approaches that balanced creative direction with financial and operational objectives. Developed a comprehensive collaboration model that integrated content production workflows, distribution strategy, and brand positioning, enabling faster stakeholder alignment and accelerating deal progression by 30%. Structured pricing frameworks and budgeted multi-phase production costs across pre-production, filming, and post-production, ensuring commercial viability while maintaining creative integrity. Modeled revenue scenarios and partnership tiers using financial forecasting tools, supporting decision-making on licensing, sponsorship, and distribution rights negotiations. Handled client-facing discussions and negotiation sessions with senior executives and brand stakeholders, securing agreement on key commercial terms and reducing contract cycle time by 25%. Remodeled initial proposal narratives into compelling commercial decks, combining creativity and data-driven insights to strengthen value positioning and improve client buy-in. Supported cross-functional teamwork across editorial, production, legal, and external agency partners to ensure seamless communication and alignment on deliverables and timelines. Dealt with complex stakeholder expectations and confidentiality requirements, upholding integrity while navigating sensitive commercial and creative trade-offs. Developed governance structures, risk registers, and milestone tracking using project management tools such as Asana and Notion, ensuring disciplined execution within a short-term engagement window. Participated in post-deal transition planning, defining handover processes to production teams and establishing performance metrics to track partnership success beyond contract closure.
Senior Project Manager at Standard Chartered
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Led delivery of cross-functional, multi-market projects across banking functions (retail, corporate, risk, and digital), defining scope, governance, and detailed execution plans; managed dependencies, risks, and regulatory considerations across jurisdictions. Partnered with business, technology, risk, and compliance teams to drive digital transformation, process optimization, and regulatory change programs. Maintained senior stakeholder engagement through steering committees and executive reporting, ensuring clear communication of progress, risks, and mitigations. Ensured adherence to internal controls and banking regulations while driving continuous improvement across portfolios.
Senior Finance Analyst at Keystone Bank
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2017
Analyzed financial performance, prepared reports, and delivered insights to support strategic decision-making. Led budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to guide planning and track business performance. Partnered with stakeholders to provide financial advisory, manage risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Robert Gordon University
January 11, 2030 - April 13, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Banking & Finance at Babcock University
September 3, 2001 - May 13, 2005

Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI
January 11, 2030 - April 13, 2026
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
January 11, 2030 - April 13, 2026
Six Sigma Yellow Belt
January 11, 2030 - April 13, 2026
IBM AI Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - April 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Other