Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
Timeline
Generic

AKAIA Rainey

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Customer service representative with experience in sales and relationship management. Strong skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and communication. Proficient in MS Word and Excel, with cash handling experience. Bilingual in Spanish (beginner) and authorized to work in the US. Willing to relocate.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

U.S Bank
Brookfield, WI
11.2025 - 10.2026

Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.

  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service, contributing to positive client experiences.
  • Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
  • Supported client onboarding and account maintenance tasks.
  • Escalated complex issues to appropriate internal service teams.
  • Assisted implementation of new Single Point Layout, facilitating smoother transitions for team and clients.

Customer Service Representative

Northwestern Mutual
Milwaukee, WI
07.2018 - 11.2025
  • Placed and confirmed open-ended mutual fund and money market trades on behalf of supported business lines and their respective clients.
  • Communicated timely and effectively with trust administration, investment officers, trade services, and various other departments.
  • Established and maintained strong working relationships with mutual fund representatives and service providers, enhancing collaboration and service quality.

Branch Manager

BMO Harris Bank
Milwaukee
01.2014 - 06.2018
  • Managed employee relations, payroll, benefits, and training to support staff satisfaction and operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated administrative functions of the bank to ensure compliance and smooth operations.
  • Assisted clients in managing their financial portfolios by providing personalized advice. in order to balance their rates of risk and return.
  • Processed new account transactions, assisted customers in selecting financial services, and cross-sold bank products to enhance customer engagement.

Customer Care

JCPenney
Milwaukee
05.2013 - 10.2014
  • Assisted customers with online and phone transactions for purchases and returns, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Resolved customer issues during escalated calls.
  • Handled escalated calls, resolving complex issues and improving customer experience.
  • Guided customers through website navigation, ensuring they accessed desired products and services.
  • Implemented strategies for customer retention in sales.

Childcare

Louise Play House
05.2012 - 12.2013
  • Processed payroll accurately for employees and made appointments for new and old clients.
  • Created a safe and nurturing environment for special needs children during childcare hours.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to childcare services.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints related to childcare services.

Personal Care Attendant

Independence First
04.2010 - 04.2013
  • Assisted with daily activities and personal care for elderly individuals to enhance their quality of life.
  • Managed daily financial transactions and billing processes for clients.
  • Supported independent living tasks for consumers at Independence First.
  • Assisted personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming routines.
  • Transferred clients using safe mobility techniques and equipment.

Customer Service Volunteer

Snuggle Up and Read
Milwaukee
02.2009 - 01.2011
  • Responded to incoming calls promptly
  • Coordinated schedules for client meetings
  • Engaged children by reading stories aloud
  • Maintained clean, sanitary workspace to ensure a welcoming environment for visitors.

Call Center Representative

Black Student Union
06.2009 - 05.2010
  • Maintained customers' accounts by addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Resolved customer issues during escalated calls
  • Answered student inquiries for Black Student Union membership, events, and resources.
  • Directed callers to campus offices, officers, and support services.
  • Resolved questions about meetings, programs, and registration details.

Call Center Representative

Carlton Communications
Whitewater
01.2008 - 02.2009
  • Calling future customers about subscribing (Outbound Calls).
  • Executed sales initiatives to promote upgrades and drive customer subscriptions.
  • Managed collection services to recover outstanding debts.
  • Facilitated sales transactions to meet customer needs.
  • Provided customer service support, addressing inquiries and resolving issues to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Managed collection services to recover outstanding balances and maintain positive customer relationships.
  • Utilized computer and internet for daily operational tasks.

Customer Service Representative

Wells Fargo
Milwaukee
02.2008 - 08.2008
  • Collaborated with loss mitigation home team to support mortgage customers.
  • Assisted customers in managing home mortgage payments.
  • Set up customers with tailored loan and payment plans.
  • Collaborated with negotiators to support customers in retaining their homes.

Customer Service Representative

Big Lots
Milwaukee
12.2007 - 01.2008
  • Provided customer assistance at service desk.
  • Handled cash and credit transactions accurately.
  • Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of work environment.

Education

Bachelor's - Criminal Justice

University Wisconsin Whitewater
Milwaukee, WI

High School -

Washington High School
Milwaukee, WI

Skills

  • Customer Communication
  • Inside Sales
  • Client Engagement
  • Product Knowledge
  • Banking
  • Financial Services
  • Client onboarding
  • Salesforce
  • Account Team Collaboration
  • Risk Assessment
  • Management
  • Negotiation

Personal Information

  • Availability: Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

U.S Bank
11.2025 - 10.2026

Customer Service Representative

Northwestern Mutual
07.2018 - 11.2025

Branch Manager

BMO Harris Bank
01.2014 - 06.2018

Customer Care

JCPenney
05.2013 - 10.2014

Childcare

Louise Play House
05.2012 - 12.2013

Personal Care Attendant

Independence First
04.2010 - 04.2013

Call Center Representative

Black Student Union
06.2009 - 05.2010

Customer Service Volunteer

Snuggle Up and Read
02.2009 - 01.2011

Customer Service Representative

Wells Fargo
02.2008 - 08.2008

Call Center Representative

Carlton Communications
01.2008 - 02.2009

Customer Service Representative

Big Lots
12.2007 - 01.2008

Bachelor's - Criminal Justice

University Wisconsin Whitewater

High School -

Washington High School
AKAIA Rainey