Prince Obiora Candido Ike

Chief Executive Officer @ Candonask

About

I am a Merchant Navy student and founder of Candonask, a growing conglomerate operating across multiple sectors, including marketing, sales, and e-commerce. My journey bridges two worlds that demand discipline, strategic vision, and leadership — maritime operations and entrepreneurship. Through my maritime training, I’ve developed core technical and operational skills such as responsibility, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure. As the founder of Candonask, I apply strategic management, innovation, and customer-oriented thinking to drive sustainable business growth. My goal is to keep evolving as a professional in both the maritime and business fields, combining passion, competence, and a global outlook in everything I do.

Country

Brazil

City

Belém

Industry

Logistics & Supply Chain

Skill

Maritime Security, operational co-ordination, Radio Communication, Leadership, Coastal Surveillance, Crisis Response, Marine Engineering, Marine Diesel Engines , Engine Room Operations , Preventive Maintenance, Maritime Safety (STCW), Thermodynamics, Mechanical Systems, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, Discipline and responsibility , Leadership and adaptability , Entrepreneurship, Brand Management

Experience

Chief Executive Officer

Candonask

2019-6 - Present · 7 yrs 4 mos

São Tomé, São Tomé and Príncipe

As the Founder and CEO of Candonask, I lead a diversified conglomerate that operates across multiple sectors, including marketing, sales, and e-commerce. The company’s core mission is to create value by balancing profitability with customer satisfaction, continuously improving operations and expanding into new markets. I oversee the strategic planning, business development, and daily management of a growing team. My role includes identifying investment opportunities, developing new ventures, and building partnerships that strengthen the company’s long-term position. Through this experience, I’ve honed my skills in leadership, strategic thinking, financial management, and cross-industry operations, while maintaining a strong focus on innovation and client trust.

Second Corporal (2° Cabo) - Maritime Communications Center (COPSMAR)

Guarda Costeira de São Tomé e Príncipe

2023-12 - 2025-9 · 1 yr 10 mos

São Tomé, São Tomé and Príncipe

Served as Second Corporal (2º Cabo) at the Maritime Protection and Security Operations Center (COPSMAR) of the Guarda Costeira de São Tomé e Príncipe, during a period of active national service to São Tomé and Príncipe. Executed operational duties at a level equivalent to Sergeant responsibilities, contributing to maritime domain awareness, vessel monitoring, and coordination of coastal surveillance activities within national waters. Supported command operations through structured communication systems, situational reporting, and inter-unit coordination between patrol assets and central command. Assisted in maritime protection, security enforcement procedures, and support to search and rescue operations, ensuring compliance with national maritime safety regulations. Demonstrated leadership, discipline, and operational readiness while serving in a structured maritime security framework dedicated to safeguarding national maritime interests.