Godwin David Akhamere: A global finance professional advancing smarter credit and risk management systems

Godwin David Akhamere is a distinguished finance professional whose career spans global institutions and complex markets, bringing analytical precision and strategic foresight to the dynamic field of financial risk and portfolio management. 

With over seven years of experience in financial risk management, he specializes in transforming complex financial data into high-impact strategies that drive institutional growth and safeguard multi-billion-dollar portfolios.

His early work in Nigeria’s banking sector laid a strong foundation for his growth as a finance professional. At FHA Mortgage Bank—one of the nation’s leading mortgage institutions—he played a key role in reshaping credit risk practices, resulting in a 20% boost in loan approval rates, a 50% reduction in underwriting turnaround times, and a notable decline in delinquency rates. 

His efforts were instrumental in supporting some of FHA’s most significant milestones: helping mobilize N279 billion into the National Housing Fund—surpassing the N232 billion accumulated in the fund’s prior 25 years—and facilitating record disbursements of N175 billion in affordable housing and renovation loans, impacting nearly 6,000 mortgage beneficiaries and over 77,000 home improvement clients. 

By aligning risk frameworks with strategic national housing objectives, Akhamere ensured these funds reached the right recipients while maintaining strong institutional safeguards. This chapter of his career highlights his ability to deliver large-scale, socially impactful financial solutions with lasting national significance.

Akhamere’s pursuit of advanced financial expertise led him to the United States, where he completed dual Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Business Analytics. In 2023, he began working with Philips North America, a global leader in health technology with over $19.5 billion in annual revenue and a market capitalization exceeding $22 billion. 

There, he was responsible for overseeing a portfolio exceeding $5 billion, conducting in-depth financial analysis across tens of thousands of client accounts. His work contributed to a 15% reduction in risk exposure within high-volatility market segments, achieved through enhanced risk monitoring, data-driven insights, and alignment with evolving global credit policies.

To support executive decision-making, Akhamere developed real-time financial models and performed target market research, equipping senior leadership with actionable insights that improved deal conversion by 10%. His work contributed to Philips’ broader transformation strategy, helping preserve liquidity, reduce portfolio volatility, and support over $950 million in company-wide productivity savings during a critical phase of operational restructuring.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Akhamere has consistently demonstrated leadership and service to the broader community. As Vice President of Finance for Landmark University Economics Student Association, he provided financial oversight, led budget allocation initiatives, and ensured the sustainability of programs through effective resource management.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Landmark University (2016) and earned dual Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Business Analytics from Hult International Business School in San Francisco, California. 

He possesses advanced analytical expertise in developing predictive financial models, synthesizing complex datasets, and uncovering actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. His work shows a strong command of quantitative methods, statistical analysis, and data visualization techniques, skills he consistently applies to solve high-impact financial and risk management challenges.

In addition to his professional and academic achievements, Akhamere has contributed to thought leadership in his field through several published works focused on financial risk management, portfolio analytics, and the evolving landscape of global credit markets. 

His unique combination of strategic acumen, technical expertise, and leadership across both institutional and community domains positions him as a transformative figure in the field of credit risk and financial strategy.

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