Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Interests
Timeline
2 x manager of the year award
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Billy Slack

Avoca

Summary

Dynamic professional with experience at the Social Security Administration, excelling in customer support and problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and complaint resolution. Skilled in call center operations and building rapport, driving positive outcomes in high-pressure environments. Committed to fostering team collaboration and operational efficiency.

Proven Leadership skills in various positions.

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Call Center Representative

Social Security Administration, SSA
05.2024 - Current
  • Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Developed rapport with customers through empathetic listening skills, creating positive experiences even during difficult conversations.
  • Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
  • Established trust with clients by accurately addressing their concerns and offering appropriate resolutions based on their needs.

GWA

The Home Depot Inc
02.2017 - 04.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

General Manager

Gehl Group, Bay Area Council Inc., BSM Marketing
01.1988 - 05.2016
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.

Education

General

Wallenpaupack Area HIgh School
Hawley, PA
06-1982

Skills

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Customer support
  • Data entry
  • Customer service
  • Resolving issues
  • Call center operations
  • Customer communications
  • Answering questions
  • Complaint resolution
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Calm disposition
  • Building rapport

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of numerous staff members as General Manager and Regional Supervisor.
  • Marketing - Implemented marketing strategies which resulted in continuedgrowth of customer base.
  • Created a company-wide, comprehensive training program for all sales team members.
  • Named "Manager of the Year" in 1992 and 1993
  • Promoted to Regional Sales Manager after 2 successful years in the sales department.

Interests

  • Music
  • Accomplished Guitar Player
  • Blogging/Vlogging I run a twitch streaming site called "Slacks_shack" with over 2000 followers as a hobby

Timeline

Call Center Representative

Social Security Administration, SSA
05.2024 - Current

GWA

The Home Depot Inc
02.2017 - 04.2024

General Manager

Gehl Group, Bay Area Council Inc., BSM Marketing
01.1988 - 05.2016

General

Wallenpaupack Area HIgh School

2 x manager of the year award

In my first year of management I was awarded "Manager of The Year" 

I again was awarded in 1993.

I was soon after promoted to regional supervisor of The Central Florida Region.