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Charlene Espeut

Ocala,USA

Summary

I have 25 years experience in the customer service, retail, sales, healthcare, and marketing fields -

Last 4 1/2 years of remote experience.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Advocate

Bloom Insurance
Bloomington, IN
09.2020 - 03.2025

Worked remotely from home (4 1/2 years) with company equipment- took calls for different medicare plans - onboarded members that just signed up- also made in home assessment appointments - made appointments with PCP- reviewed plan info and went over HRA questions- also looked up dentists, providers, etc…. - and answered questions also transferred to MS

Financial Advisor Assistant

Debt Consolidation
Coney Island
10.2018 - 03.2020

Worked along side financial advisors with prepping their calls and clients to make sure they qualify for program

Health Insurance Associate/Customer Service Agent

Hyfe
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2018 - 10.2018
  • Presented and closed private policies to customers i.e health plans, multi-plan, major medical

Customer Retention Specialist

National Health Enrollment Center
Tamarac, FL
08.2016 - 12.2017
  • Saved customers from cancelling policies by offering plans that met their current needs
  • Performed customer negotiations to reach a fair conclusion for both the business and the customer
  • Educated customers on products and service offerings
  • Answered customers' questions and addressed problems and complaints over the phone

Sales and Marketing/ Business Analyst/QA

Qology Direct
Margate, FL
05.2013 - 09.2016
  • For Qology I worked on the Sprint Campaign, then was promoted to HR as a Business Analyst that provided quality assurance for the whole company of Qology
  • Assisted customers with selection of products and services
  • Described merchandise and explained product operation to customers
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices
  • Completed purchases with cash, credit, and debit payment methods
  • Administered all point of sale opening and closing procedures
  • Greeted customers with enthusiasm and offered immediate friendly service
  • Reviewed company software and business programs to determine their value
  • Managed projects and served as primary liaison between client and multiple internal groups to ensure clarity of goals and quality and adherence to deadlines
  • Documented process flows and developed requirements for functional improvements and enhancements
  • Communicated with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions and explain information
  • Created solutions in the areas of inventory, sales reporting, distribution and product upgrades that led to system improvements streamlined processes
  • Optimized roles at all levels, facilitated communication, and adjusted culture to be more open and productive
  • Established maintenance plans and oversaw repair work to maintain productivity
  • Conducted experiments on biomass or pretreatment technologies
  • Managed quality control and maintained high customer satisfaction
  • Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times, and reduce costs

Customer Service Agent

US Benefit Solutions
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02.2011 - 04.2013
  • Sold ObamaCare and Private Health Insurance ie: BCB,S Coventry, Aetna,etc.../ Muti-Plan, Major Medical

Sales/Retail/Inventory

Questcomm/Metro PCS
Tamarac, FL
06.2009 - 04.2013
  • Promoted brands through event marketing, demonstrations, and sales
  • Initiated friendly conversation with each customer to determine level of assistance required
  • Maintained a friendly, outgoing personality to promote a positive work environment and satisfy customer needs
  • Drove sales through suggestive selling and by promoting add-on purchases
  • Verified that all merchandising standards were maintained on a daily basis
  • Consulted with customers on the latest styles and trends
  • Opened and closed the store, including counting cash, opening and closing cash registers and creating staff assignments

Customer Service Rep

Commercial Marketing Group
Fort Lauderdale, FL
09.2005 - 05.2009
  • Pre-Qualified customers for health insurance agents via inbound and outbound calls

AMS
Deerfield Beach
03.1999 - 07.2005
  • Presented and closed magazine subscriptions via outbound calls

Restaurant Hostess

Hops Brewery
Sunrise, FL
05.1997 - 02.1999
  • Cleaned dishes with detergent/chemicals in the a 3-compartment sink
  • Immediately resolved complaints from guests by listening to issues and notifying the restaurant manager
  • Consistently delivered exceptional customer service by quickly and efficiently clearing restaurant tables
  • Oversaw bar inventory, restocked supplies, and placed orders
  • Welcomed guests with a personable attitude and smile, offered to bring their beverage orders while they reviewed the menu
  • Promoted and endorsed the company to bring in new business
  • Quickly and thoroughly swept and mopped floors, removed trash and cleaned and stocked restrooms
  • Fulfilled special order requests, including special occasion cakes and party platters
  • Supported other areas of the restaurant as necessary, such as set up, cleanup, prep work, and equipment maintenance
  • Delivered exceptional, friendly, and fast service
  • Gave every customer immediate and undivided attention

Retail Associate

Just For Feet
Fort Lauderdale, FL
09.1995 - 03.1997
  • Maintained a friendly, outgoing, and customer focused demeanor while on the sales floor
  • Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment
  • Guaranteed positive customer experiences and resolved all customer complaints
  • Trained new employees on company customer service policies and service level standards
  • Stocked and rotated inventory regularly
  • Organized the store by returning all merchandise to its proper place
  • Recommended, selected and helped locate merchandise based on customer needs and desires
  • Organized weekly sales reports for the sales department to track product success

Busser/Server

Clock Restaurant
Margate
06.1994 - 09.1995
  • Maintained safe food handling and other standards at all times
  • Welcomed guests with a personable attitude and smile, offering to bring their beverage orders while they reviewed the menu
  • Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in a timely and friendly manner
  • Quickly and thoroughly swept and mopped floors, removed trash, cleaned, and stocked restrooms
  • Politely answered phones promptly confirmed reservations
  • Stocked and maintained silverware, linen, and condiments
  • Completed opening and closing checklists according to set standards
  • Maintained a professional tone of voice and words at all times including during peak rush hours
  • Greeted guests, provided seating, and explained menu options
  • Prepared the buffet and salad bar for dinner service
  • Delivered exceptional, friendly, and fast service

Education

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Associate of Science - Medical Billing and Coding

City College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.1997

High school or equivalent -

Coconut Creek High School
Coconut Creek, FL
01.1997

Skills

  • Customer Service Relations
  • Able to manage multiple screens at one time
  • Spreadsheets
  • Microsoft Office
  • Client-focused
  • Proficiency in Customer Service
  • Time management skills
  • Quick learner
  • Training and development
  • Team Player

Timeline

Health Care Advocate

Bloom Insurance
09.2020 - 03.2025

Financial Advisor Assistant

Debt Consolidation
10.2018 - 03.2020

Health Insurance Associate/Customer Service Agent

Hyfe
01.2018 - 10.2018

Customer Retention Specialist

National Health Enrollment Center
08.2016 - 12.2017

Sales and Marketing/ Business Analyst/QA

Qology Direct
05.2013 - 09.2016

Customer Service Agent

US Benefit Solutions
02.2011 - 04.2013

Sales/Retail/Inventory

Questcomm/Metro PCS
06.2009 - 04.2013

Customer Service Rep

Commercial Marketing Group
09.2005 - 05.2009

AMS
03.1999 - 07.2005

Restaurant Hostess

Hops Brewery
05.1997 - 02.1999

Retail Associate

Just For Feet
09.1995 - 03.1997

Busser/Server

Clock Restaurant
06.1994 - 09.1995

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Broward College

Associate of Science - Medical Billing and Coding

City College

High school or equivalent -

Coconut Creek High School
Charlene Espeut