Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Community Service
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Christina Parker

Lockport,NY

Summary

An expert with 18 years of management experience and advanced leadership skills. Thrive in a demanding environment with aggressive operational and revenue objectives.

Work History

Multi-Site Branch Manager

Citizens Bank
  • Consulted with customers to understand their desires and suggest the best products to meet their needs
  • Worked with associates and communicated goals to ensure teamwork and collaboration
  • Planned and coordinated process improvements and new initiatives, including the introduction of new products and service
  • Provided an active presence within the community by networking with organizations and building community relationships to generate new business
  • Administered all operations within the branch office
  • Oversaw maintenance and retention of existing accounts and opportunities to upsell
  • Recruited and trained top-quality candidates to fill vacancies and maximize the team's performance.
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
  • Complied with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
  • Resolved various issues impacting sales management and business operations.
  • Drove cross-selling efforts by collaborating with various departments within the organization to maximize revenues from existing clients.
  • Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.

Customer Service Representative

Bank Of America


  • Provided expert service by communicating information to customers and following up on promises
  • Provided solutions, recommendations, and replacements, using an empathetic approach and demeanor
  • Managed inbound and outbound calls to respond to inquiries and resolve concerns.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as a top performer within the team.
  • Fostered a customer-centric culture within the team by consistently reinforcing the importance of empathy, understanding, and patience in all interactions with clients.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Followed-through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates.
  • Negotiated repayment plans for borrowers, promoting financial stability and preventing foreclosures.
  • Collaborated closely with loss mitigation specialists, identifying alternative solutions for distressed borrowers facing financial hardship.
  • Maintained compliance with federal regulations and industry standards throughout the collections process.
  • Prevented potential escalations by promptly addressing borrower complaints regarding loan modification programs or collection practices.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction levels through timely resolution of mortgage-related issues.
  • Monitored customer accounts for payment delinquency and initiated collection efforts.
  • Contacted customers to discuss past-due accounts and negotiated payment plans.
  • Entered client details and notes into system for interdepartmental access and review.

Education

Associates Degree - Accounting

University at Buffalo

Skills

  • Branch Operations Management
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Relationship building and management
  • Staff Management
  • Employee Development
  • Sales management
  • Process Improvement
  • Business Development
  • Interviewing and Hiring
  • Goals and performance
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Performance Reviews
  • Loan Documentation
  • Operational Reports
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Federal Regulations
  • Team Building Leadership
  • Goal Setting
  • Onboarding, Training, and Development
  • Organizational Development
  • Exit Interviews and Processes
  • Customer Service
  • Training and coaching
  • Employee Motivation and Performance
  • Employee motivation and discipline

Accomplishments

    Citizens of Excellence winner

    Citizens Credo champion

Community Service

  • Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity
  • Volunteered, Wounded Warriors
  • Volunteer coordinator, Community Connect for Citizens
  • Volunteer, Food bank of WNY
  • Volunteer, Back packs for kids
  • Volunteer, Juvenile diabetes
  • Volunteer, Junior Achievement

Timeline

Multi-Site Branch Manager

Citizens Bank

Customer Service Representative

Bank Of America

Associates Degree - Accounting

University at Buffalo
Christina Parker