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Davina Miller

Salem,OH

Summary

Enthusiastic Travel Advisor with over 39 years of travel industry excelling in prioritizing and completing multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong sales skills, commercial awareness and sound knowledge of domestic and international travel trends. Proficient in computer reservations systems and customer interaction.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel Advisor

AAA East Central
Boardman, OH
09.2006 - Current
  • Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for customers, arranging for airfare as well as hotel and rental car reservations.
  • Maintained favorable working relationships with co-workers to foster and promote cooperative working environment.
  • Attended training sessions, familiarization trips and site inspections to maintain current industry knowledge and gain insight into tourism trends.
  • Responded promptly to client calls and emails requesting new travel arrangements or changes to existing itineraries to provide optimal customer service.
  • Responded to clients' questions, issues and complaints and implemented appropriate solutions.
  • Developed loyal clientele base due to excellent listening and research skills and keen understanding of travel budgets.
  • Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Took proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues that could have negative impact on business operations and revenue generation.
  • Increased travel sales focusing on Preferred Suppliers
  • Maintained high customer service scores
  • Participated in AAA Travel Shows
  • Attended Destination Trainings
  • Completed many tour company/cruise line expertise programs for Preferred Suppliers
  • Awarded several “Be Legendary” awards

Travel Manager

Uniglobe Travel
Salem, OH
03.1996 - 09.2006
  • Prepared necessary travel documentation for national and international trips to diverse locations.
  • Managed several travel advisors
  • Completed weekly ARC reports
  • Assigned tasks and assisted advisors

Education

Business Development/Travel And Tourism - Business Development/Travel And Tourism

Wilma Boyd School of Business And Travel
Pittsburgh, Pa
05.1981

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Needs Assessment
  • Critical Thinking
  • Tour and Travel Quotes
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Active Listening
  • Problem Solving
  • International and Domestic Travel
  • Airline GDS System

Timeline

Travel Advisor

AAA East Central
09.2006 - Current

Travel Manager

Uniglobe Travel
03.1996 - 09.2006

Business Development/Travel And Tourism - Business Development/Travel And Tourism

Wilma Boyd School of Business And Travel
Davina Miller