Client services professional prepared to bring strategic vision and leadership to foster client success. Proven ability to manage and nurture client relationships while driving team performance to exceed client expectations. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments, with expertise in client relationship management and strategic planning.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Client Services & Team Success
Nurses Direct
01.2024 - Current
Collaborated with team to assess staffing agency needs and successfully researched, selected, and implemented an applicant tracking system (ATS) and database; developed and delivered comprehensive training for all employees.
Acted as primary liaison between healthcare facilities and nursing staff, ensuring satisfaction and maintaining strong client relationships.
Facilitated weekly team meetings to review schedules, address staffing challenges, and introduce process improvements.
Supervised and coached recruiters and staffing team to optimize performance and meet placement goals.
Partnered with agency owners to identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities.
Admissions Director
Academy of the Sacred Heart & Berchmans Academy
01.2005 - Current
Member of the Leadership Team at Sacred Heart
Spearheaded and delegated all campus tours, open houses and recruiting opportunities
Served as a liaison between the school and community organizations such as LCVC and One Acadiana
Pitched and secured meetings with prospective parents to discuss school philosophy, curriculum and student life
Formulated and initiated interview process for prospective families
Demonstrated knowledge of Sacred Heart’s mission, philosophy, and goals
Pioneered and collaborated with the Leadership Team and staff to incorporate Salesforce database for the admissions department.
Communicated and negotiated with international families on the admissions process.
Worked closely with U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement, via SEVP, to process and maintain current Student Visa status for international students.
Strong emphasis on an outstanding customer service experience.
PreK 3 - 12
Physician Recruiter
The Schumacher Group
01.2002 - 01.2005
Recruited and maintained a core group of physicians in Emergency Departments throughout Louisiana and southern Mississippi
Developed and maintained relationships with physicians
Interviewed physicians for hospital placement
Prepared physicians for interviews with Medical Directors and hospital CEO’s
Assisted in the coordination of trade shows, conventions and residency program receptions
Trained new recruiters on all operations-related issues
Law firm administrator/marketing director
Briney & Foret
01.1997 - 01.2002
Company Overview: (formerly Jeansonne & Briney)
Supervised 30+ employees
Handled operational issues of the firm
Responsible for public relations and firm marketing
Organized special events and client seminars
Worked closely with partners to maintain relationships with current clients and develop clientele on a national basis
Responsible for managing client database
Legal assistant
Dean, Lomenick & Seeman
01.1997 - 01.2002
Prepared correspondence and legal pleadings
Interviewed clients for bankruptcy procedures and real estate transactions
Coordinated depositions for personal injury cases
Legal assistant
Jeansonne & Briney
01.1989 - 01.1995
Supervised messengers/couriers
Assisted in office accounting and administration
Coordinated Continuing Legal Education for all attorneys
Assisted marketing director in organizing client seminars, preparing newsletters and various office functions
Coordinated travel plans for all attorneys
Assisted attorneys in trial preparation
Education
B.S. - Public Relations, Marketing
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana
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Louisiana State University at Eunice
Eunice, Louisiana
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Amy Bradford Ware
Opelousas, Louisiana
Skills
Customer satisfaction
Client relationships
Recruiting and hiring
Brand awareness
Team leader
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Member of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette alumni council, Served as Homecoming Executive Chair, Served as Homecoming Executive Chair elect, Alumni council representative, Ragin Cajun “Operation Kickoff” – Co-chair (athletic scholarship endowment), University volunteer, Served as a spokesperson for the following organizations:, - Acadia-St. Landry Medical Foundation, - Louisiana Cotton Festival, - Louisiana Yambilee Festival, - Louisiana Association of Fairs & Festivals