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Farnoush Bastani

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic professional with over seven years of experience in customer service, sales, and operations management. Skilled in delivering personalized solutions, managing day-to-day operations, and building lasting client relationships. Known for a consultative approach, handling high-pressure environments with ease, and providing exceptional customer experiences. Passionate about helping clients achieve their goals while driving business success through strong leadership and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Relationship Consultant (CRC) & Operations

US Bank
05.2022 - Current

• Delivered exceptional customer service, building strong relationships by understanding and addressing individual client needs.
• Advised clients on financial products, demonstrating strong sales and consultative abilities to help customers meet their goals.
• Handled various operational responsibilities including cash handling, similar to retail POS transactions, and managing secure inventory (vault operations).

  • Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
  • Increased client satisfaction by developing comprehensive consulting strategies tailored to each business's unique challenges and objectives.
  • Transformed client digital strategies, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance online presence and customer interaction.

Operations Manager

Union Bank of California
07.2021 - 05.2022

• Managed teller operations and vault funds, ensuring accuracy and efficiency – skills highly transferable to managing cash registers and retail stock.
• Provided leadership to the team, fostering a customer-first culture and ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.
• Supervised day-to-day operations, akin to retail management, including staffing, cash management, and customer service improvements.

  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.

Personal Banker

Wells Fargo & Company
09.2016 - 01.2021

• Delivered personalized service to clients, demonstrating excellent sales, upselling, and customer retention skills.
• Assisted clients with banking solutions, similar to upselling products in a retail environment by understanding customer needs and offering appropriate solutions.
• Built strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and customer loyalty – a critical skill in retail.

  • Maintained compliance with bank policies and regulations while executing various financial transactions for customers.

Skills

Customer Service Excellence
Sales and Consultative Selling
Cash Management and POS Operations
Inventory Control and Vault Management
Team Leadership and Training
Retail and Client Relationship Building
Operations and Process Improvement
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills

  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Client Relationship Consultant (CRC) & Operations

US Bank
05.2022 - Current

Operations Manager

Union Bank of California
07.2021 - 05.2022

Personal Banker

Wells Fargo & Company
09.2016 - 01.2021
Farnoush Bastani