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Candice Bunch-Kiyuyo

West Palm Beach,FL

Summary

Experienced in remote project management, specializing in efficiently managing manufacturing employees to ensure high-quality and productive output. Excel at planning, directing, and maintaining operations across multiple departments. Prioritize continuous process improvement with a creative and analytical approach. Proven ability to identify and anticipate problems for effective solution provision. Excel in mentoring, training, and empowering teams to achieve exceptional performance.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager (Remote)

Expedia.com
12.2018 - 12.2023

Overview:

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex digital travel projects on time and within budget, ensuring seamless integration with Expedia's platform while managing stakeholder expectations, utilizing Agile methodologies to oversee project planning, execution, and monitoring progress against key milestones, with a focus on optimizing user experience and driving business growth across the Expedia website and related applications.


Accomplishments:


Managed a comprehensive digital transformation project, delivering a streamlined workflow that reduced turnaround time by 35%.

Coached and mentored junior project managers, leading to a 40% increase in team performance. Utilized advanced data analytics.


  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects using online mediums and platforms such as Asana, Trello, Monday.com, and Miro for communication and job production, for managing projects and collaborating with remote teams.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives such as EPI system training and troubleshooting as well as AWS app systems.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission within Agile methodologies.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.

Auto Claims Adjuster (Hybrid)

Allstate
05.2016 - 10.2018

Overview:

Accurately and ethically determined liability in insurance claims. Committed to avoiding litigation by ensuring fair settlements with claimants. Being a talented problem-solver with high levels of social competence and a passion for helping people in crisis.


Accomplishments:

Collaborated with senior adjusters to expedite claim resolutions, achieving a team goal of settling 80% of claims within 30 days.

Reviewed and processed over 500 claims annually, maintaining accuracy and compliance with industry regulations and company policies


  • Documenting claims cases and keeping detailed records of all actions taken during the claims process, including correspondence and decision-making rationale using CRM systems including Blitz, Allstate Lead Manager and Velocify.
  • Negotiating monetary settlements and engaging in negotiations with insured individuals or their representatives to settle claims fairly and efficiently
  • Examined claim photographs and surveillance and any other documents relating to claims.
  • Negotiated with claimants to settle claims.
  • Issued payouts to claimants.
  • Evaluated and investigated over 169 auto claims 2016-2017 and decided whether insurer should pay claim.
  • Created detailed assessments of damages to property and vehicles using Colossus software.

Transportation Dispatcher

Aron's Towing Company (Out of Business)
08.2009 - 11.2015

Overview:

Responsible for receiving calls from customers requesting towing services, coordinating the dispatch of tow trucks to the appropriate location based on availability and urgency, maintaining communication with drivers and customers throughout the towing process, and ensuring efficient operations by managing driver schedules and monitoring road conditions.


Accomplishments:

Consistently achieved on-time delivery rates, optimized routes to reduce mileage, effectively managed driver schedules.

Resolved complex logistics issues, improved driver satisfaction through clear communication, utilized dispatching software proficiently.

Implemented strategies to minimize delivery delays due to unforeseen circumstances.


  • Reviewed paperwork and contracts prior to dispatching crew members to support accuracy and clarify understanding of details.
  • Worked closely with customers to effectively resolve issues and complaints.
  • Created delivery routes and optimized plans for traffic, road conditions, and other factors.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to individuals contacting company's call center for support and assistance.
  • Checked that each scheduled route was appropriately covered by delivery drivers.
  • Handled incoming calls and emails from customers regarding issues with deliveries.
  • Coordinated dispatching of 12 drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Scheduled and dispatched drivers to locations in Martin County and surrounding areas.

Education

AA Degree - Early Childhood Education

UAGC
Chandler, Arizona
02.2018

BS Degree - Education

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Georgia
05.2021

CELTA - undefined

Cambridge University
Atlanta, Georgia
11.2021

Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) - undefined

Association for Talent Development (ATD)
01.2025

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Goal Driven
  • Workforce training
  • Phone etiquette
  • Team-Player
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Feasibility analysis
  • CRM software
  • Call handling
  • Refunds processing
  • Merchandise upselling
  • Member account management
  • Microsoft office expertise
  • Document and records management
  • Project tracking
  • Work flow planning
  • Systems implementation
  • Account reconciliation
  • Negotiation skills

Timeline

Project Manager (Remote)

Expedia.com
12.2018 - 12.2023

Auto Claims Adjuster (Hybrid)

Allstate
05.2016 - 10.2018

Transportation Dispatcher

Aron's Towing Company (Out of Business)
08.2009 - 11.2015

AA Degree - Early Childhood Education

UAGC

BS Degree - Education

Valdosta State University

CELTA - undefined

Cambridge University

Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) - undefined

Association for Talent Development (ATD)
Candice Bunch-Kiyuyo