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Cathy Palmer

Fredonia,NY

Summary

Operations & Transformation Professional with diverse experience across military, legal, and service industries. Skilled in process improvement, training design, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven track record in facilitating workshops, enhancing communication between stakeholders, and driving performance through data-informed decisions. Adept at fostering cultures of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and scalable transformation.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Writer

Larry Romance and Son
02.2022 - Current
  • Facilitated communication between technicians and customers to align expectations and improve service outcomes, contributing to greater satisfaction and operational efficiency.
  • Designed and delivered structured training programs for new hires, accelerating onboarding and ensuring adherence to performance standards.
  • Ensured accuracy and completeness of repair documentation, enabling data-driven performance tracking and long-term process improvements.
  • Promoted workplace safety by enforcing established protocols and monitoring compliance, contributing to a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Deputy Court Clerk

Eureka County
09.2021 - 12.2021

-Improved communication workflows between the court and litigants by implementing timely notifications, enhancing transparency and reducing delays.

- Prepared accurate reports and legal documents, providing stakeholders with reliable data to support decision-making and compliance.

- Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive records, supporting organizational integrity and adherence to legal guidelines.

Restaurant Manager

The Mustard Seed
07.2018 - 12.2020
  • Directed daily operations to optimize efficiency and service quality, applying process improvements that enhanced speed and consistency.
  • Facilitated staff training workshops to ensure compliance with health regulations and build a culture of accountability.
  • Mentored and coached employees to elevate performance, fostering continuous learning and professional growth within the team.
  • Streamlined hiring, onboarding, and performance management processes to align with business goals and ensure long-term scalability.

Staff Sergeant

US Air Force
03.2010 - 11.2017
  • Designed and delivered training curricula aligned with evolving military doctrine, ensuring programs remained scalable, relevant, and impactful.
  • Facilitated workshops and collaborative activities to strengthen teamwork, communication, and problem-solving among diverse groups.
  • Implemented new instructional strategies based on performance data and emerging needs, contributing to measurable improvements in trainee outcomes.
  • Mentored junior instructors through coaching and knowledge-sharing, building organizational capability and continuous improvement in training delivery.

Education

BBA - Business Analysis

American Public University
Charles Town, WV
06-2021

Associate of Applied Science - Instruction of Technology & Military Science

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
11-2016

Associate of Applied Science - Restaurant, Hotel, & Fitness Management

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
02-2013

Skills

  • Schedules coordination
  • Training
  • Status reports maintenance
  • Team Work
  • Sales transactions
  • Documentation & Compliance

Timeline

Service Writer

Larry Romance and Son
02.2022 - Current

Deputy Court Clerk

Eureka County
09.2021 - 12.2021

Restaurant Manager

The Mustard Seed
07.2018 - 12.2020

Staff Sergeant

US Air Force
03.2010 - 11.2017

BBA - Business Analysis

American Public University

Associate of Applied Science - Instruction of Technology & Military Science

Community College of The Air Force

Associate of Applied Science - Restaurant, Hotel, & Fitness Management

Community College of The Air Force