Highly capable customer service professional offering twenty plus years of experience in customer service support i.e. customer service representative, receptionists, reservations, and call centers Skilled at providing hassle-free travel experiences for corporate clients. Good communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities developed over 17+ years in the field.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Travel Agent/VIP Agent
World Travel INC
11.2018 - Current
Arranging complex domestic and international travel for corporate client(s), including air, car rental, hotel, other ground transportation, transfers, etc
Advising travelers of international travel requirements and concerns (passport, visa, inoculations, etc.)
Fostering a strong, productive relationship with the client while maintaining a clear understanding that the client is the client and not the employer
Fostering a strong, productive relationship with relevant travel behalf
Corporate Travel Agent
BCD Travel
01.2015 - 12.2018
I was responsible for accurately and efficiently handling incoming requests via multiple channels (i.e
Phone, email, etc.)
As well as being the primary point of contact for the customer and provides active travel consultation towards the business customers, including providing travel details and up-selling of related product
Travel Counselor
American Express Business Travel
01.2011 - 12.2014
I have worked as a travel agent for many years my job description repeats, most of the VIP accounts I worked with and I worked close with the clients and these were some of my job functions:
Meet with clients to determine travel needs, budgets and preferences
Sold and coordinated transportation, accommodations, insurance, tours and activities
Advised clients regarding destinations, cultures, customs, weather and activities
Collected payments, booked travel arrangements and paid applicable fees
Handled travel issues, conflicts, complaints, cancelations and refunds
Build and maintained relationships with travel and tour vendors
Attended travel seminars and conferences
Maintained accurate records of bookings, payments, transactions, phone calls and meetings
Contributed to agency efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed
Customer Service Gate Agent
Northwest Airlines
01.1997 - 12.2011
Responsible for providing check-in and gate services based on government requirements
Verify documentation for international and domestic flights
Ensure correct boarding passes are provided to each passenger for the assigned flight
Match manifest to on-board count, assist with various governmental agency requirements
Provide outstanding customer service to those travelers that assist in strengthening the business relationship with that account