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Candace Palmer

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Versatile professional with strong qualifications in verbal/written communication and time management. Dedicated to offering quality results in efficiency, productivity, and customer retention.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Protection Specialist

American Express
01.2022 - 01.2022
  • Worked as part of a remote special handling team to review accounts for fraud concerns
  • Performed identity and transaction verification on approximately 50 incoming calls per day.
  • Utilized several programs while interacting with card holders and other departments to resolve pending loan or banking applications
  • Maintained privacy for prominent and Centurion members

Enrichment Instructor

PCG University Instructor
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Managed a roster of over 50 students at various campuses
  • Provided individualized instruction to students in need of an individualized approach
  • Maintained a thorough knowledge base of instructional content to ensure effective instruction
  • Data entry of daily attendance and behavioral progress through Microsoft Excel.

Specials Instructor

Clayton County Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Provided quality instruction in Dance technique
  • Choreographed, rehearsed, and directed multiple shows consisting of 50-150 students
  • Responsible for weekly lesson plans, equipment maintenance, and feedback to all stakeholders.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in education.

Assistant Store Manager

Sanrio Stores, Nakajima USA
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Key Holder and first point of contact for customers within a brick-and-mortar mall location
  • Responsible for processing sales and return transactions via POS systems
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.

Customer Service Representative

Princess Cruises
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Reservations agent within a high-volume call center
  • Offered complete cruise/excursion bookings and hotel accommodations while processing payments via telephone
  • Data Entry.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts -

California Institute of The Arts
Valencia, CA

Skills

  • Situational Awareness
  • Asset Protection
  • Customer Support
  • Team Training
  • Inventory Management
  • Process Implementation
  • Retail Operations
  • Fraud Detection
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Critical Thinking

Professional Highlights

  • 07/01/2022, 07/01/2022, Account Protection Specialist, American Express, Worked remotely within SHIELD special handling team to review accounts for fraud concerns. Performed identity and transaction verification to secure compromised accounts. Utilized several programs while interacting with card holders and other departments to resolve pending loan or banking applications. Maintained privacy for prominent and Centurion members.
  • 01/01/2017, 12/31/2018, Enrichment Instructor, PCG University Instructor, Managed a roster of over 50 students at various campuses. Provided individualized instruction to students in need of an individualized approach. Maintained a thorough knowledge base of instructional content to ensure effective instruction. Data entry of daily attendance and behavioral progress through Microsoft Excel.
  • 01/01/2014, 12/31/2016, Specials Instructor, Clayton County Public Schools, Provided quality instruction in Dance technique. Choreographed, rehearsed, and directed multiple shows consisting of 50-150 students. Responsible for weekly lesson plans, equipment maintenance, and feedback to all stakeholders.
  • 01/01/2007, 12/31/2008, Key Holder, Sanrio Stores, Nakajima USA, First point of contact for customers within a brick-and-mortar mall location. Responsible for processing sales and return transactions via POS systems. Performed open and closing procedures, merchandising, pick-up orders, and general customer service.
  • 01/01/2006, 12/31/2007, Customer Service Representative, Princess Cruises, Reservations agent within a high-volume call center. Offered complete cruise/excursion bookings and hotel accommodations while processing payments via telephone. Data Entry.

Timeline

Account Protection Specialist

American Express
01.2022 - 01.2022

Enrichment Instructor

PCG University Instructor
01.2017 - 01.2018

Specials Instructor

Clayton County Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2016

Assistant Store Manager

Sanrio Stores, Nakajima USA
01.2007 - 01.2008

Customer Service Representative

Princess Cruises
01.2006 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Fine Arts -

California Institute of The Arts
Candace Palmer