Accomplished at New York Life Insurance Co, I leveraged my expertise in operations management and client support to enhance service delivery, achieving a notable increase in agent satisfaction. My strategic approach and relationship management skills fostered long-term loyalty and streamlined processes, driving efficiency and accuracy in reporting metrics.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CSR- Retention Analyst
New York Life Insurance Co
09.2022 - 10.2024
Provided Field Management, Administrators and agents with inforce illustrations based off state regulations and requirements.
Upheld strict adherence to company policies and procedures while providing exceptional service experiences for each agent interaction.
Managed high call volumes, maintaining a professional demeanor during peak hours and effectively multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated empathy and active listening skills, resulting in a higher rate of agent satisfaction.
Developed strong relationships with agents by understanding their needs and preferences, fostering long-term loyalty.
Followed up with agents about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
Processed a minimum of 18 to a maximum of 25 inforce illustration requests daily.
Average call handle time 5 minutes with 97% first call customer satisfaction score.
Streamlined communication between departments ensuring timely resolution of customer concerns.
Provided Senior Leadership Team with feedback for workflow process improvement.
Skillset resourced for ad-hoc projects.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
Planned and coordinated fundraising events.
Planned and implemented fundraising events.
Enhanced donor retention rates with consistent communication strategies and personalized outreach efforts.
Increased donor engagement by developing and implementing targeted fundraising campaigns.
CSR- External Replacement Analyst
New York Life Insurance Co
08.2018 - 09.2022
Input replacement transactions accurately based on each state requirement and regulation.
Run inforce illustration as required by each requirement by each state regulation.
Coordinated communications between various departments related to compliance deadlines.
Maintained and archived regulatory paperwork.
Performed and documented quality control checks to maintain compliance with company initiatives.
Skillset resourced for technical, product and regulatory information.
Processed an average of 37 replacement requests daily.
Planned and coordinated fundraising events.
Planned and implemented fundraising events.
Increased donor engagement by developing and implementing targeted fundraising campaigns.
CSR- Withdrawal Disbursement Representative
New York Life Insurance Co
10.2016 - 08.2018
Managed high call volumes, maintaining a professional demeanor during peak hours and effectively multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated empathy and active listening skills, resulting in a higher rate of customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Processed various financial withdraw transactions, loans, dividends and surrendered contracts.
Updated CMR, Customer Master Record accordingly.
Processed an average of 50 disbursement cases daily.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Developed strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs and preferences, fostering long-term loyalty.
Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
Greeted customers warmly to set tone of customer experience and provide welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
Processed outgoing correspondence to clients, external agents and carriers with a high level of accuracy.
Program Assistant I
Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus
09.2013 - 12.2014
Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
Established rapport with clients through exceptional customer service practices, fostering ongoing relationships built on trust and respect.
Provided administrative support to department leadership, streamlining daily operations through efficient task prioritization and delegation skills.
Supported planning and coordination of workforce classes, programs and associated activities.
Implemented centralized record-keeping system to improve overall data accuracy and accessibility for team members.
Prepared clearly written and formatted documents and reports.
Managed both digital and physical filing systems and retrieved documents as required.
Supported the development of new programs through thorough research and analysis of industry trends.
Coordinated event logistics, including venue selection, catering arrangements, and attendee registration processes.
Developed comprehensive resource materials for program participants, leading to better program understanding and compliance.
Enhanced program visibility by coordinating and executing marketing campaigns across multiple platforms.
Managed data and correspondence to secure information across complex landscapes of organizational departments.
Provided prospective or new students with information about educational and career planning, university resources and academic programs.
Assisted in the planning and execution of on-campus events, promoting a positive campus culture for both new and returning students.
Helped students complete applications and navigate admissions processes.
Finalized and processed enrollment applications.
Monitored enrollment trends to inform strategic planning initiatives aimed at optimizing recruitment efforts in target markets.
Housing Choice Voucher Operation Specialist
CMHA Housing Choice Voucher Program
10.2007 - 06.2012
Provided training and mentorship to junior staff members, contributing to overall team success.
Analyzed data trends to identify opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
Ensured compliance with industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new workflow strategies.
Facilitated change management initiatives, guiding teams through periods of transition while maintaining morale and productivity levels.
Supported business continuity planning efforts by developing contingency plans and emergency response protocols.
Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful project execution and timely delivery of services.
Collaborated with various departments to develop integrated solutions addressing organizational challenges.
Facilitated smoother day-to-day operations by establishing clear guidelines for task prioritization and resource allocation.
Enhanced data accuracy by overseeing transition to new data management system, minimizing errors.
Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
Reduced scheduling conflicts and ensured timely execution of tasks through proactive rescheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
Identified best practices within the scheduling function, sharing these insights across teams to drive continuous improvement efforts.
Improved dispatch efficiency by implementing new scheduling and routing strategies.
Reported to management operational activities and maintained current records.
Supported the implementation of new technology systems designed to enhance dispatch operations' overall efficiency and effectiveness.
Maintained meticulous records of all case-related documents, facilitating easy retrieval and review when needed.
Managed a team of 4 route schedulers responsible for route coordination of 18 HCVP inspectors daily.
Education
GED -
Max S Hayes Vocation High School
2211 W 65th St, Cleveland, OH 44102
05.2000
Skills
Client Support Expertise
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
Strategic Route Planning
Conflict Resolution Expertise
Strategic Workforce Planning
Relationship Management Expertise
Accuracy in Reporting Metrics
Analytical Problem-Solving
Client-Centric Approach
Technical Documentation Skills
Project Coordination
Operations Management
Analytical Thinking
Skilled in CRM Applications
Precision in Task Execution
Certification
Customer Service HCV Program - Nan McKay & Associates
Financial Services Professional at New York Life Securities/ New York Life InsuranceFinancial Services Professional at New York Life Securities/ New York Life Insurance