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Freneka Smalls

Columbia,SC

Summary

Senior Business Analyst with more than 20 years of experience in business, Customer Service, Information Technology, and Healthcare Analysis. Highly organized, multi-tasking expert and effective communicator.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Business Analyst

Conduent
12.2020 - Current

Strategy & Business Analysis Team

  • Virtually managed and mentored a team of 3 business analysts
  • Enhanced stakeholder engagement through effective communication of complex data and insights.
  • Developed complex dashboard and reporting tools to track business performance metrics.
  • Analyzed key aspects of business to evaluate factors driving results and summarized into presentations.
  • Improved business direction by prioritizing customers and implementing changes based on collected feedback.
  • Proficient in documenting best practices and Standard Operating Procedures enabling business continuity and process improvement
  • Effectively supervised team performance by implementing measurable metrics to assess delivery of requirements.

Information Technology Associate

Bechtel
11.2017 - 12.2020
  • Strong communicator during customer interviews to understand business needs and user requirements.
  • Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
  • Conducted computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems and provide technical assistance and support.
  • Troubleshot technical issues, providing timely solutions and minimizing downtime for staff members.
  • Developed training materials and procedures and trained users in proper use of hardware and software.
  • Proficient in conducting data sanity checks to ensure data integrity.

Senior Training Coordinator

Fluor
04.2015 - 07.2017
  • Scheduled and coordinated training sessions, including booking facilities and arranging catering.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors and partners, securing cost-effective solutions that met organizational needs.
  • Served as a subject matter expert on various topics, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information was conveyed during training sessions.
  • Conducted regular reviews of training materials and resources, making updates as needed to maintain relevance and accuracy.
  • Coordinated logistics for large-scale events such as conferences or seminars, ensuring smooth execution from start to finish.
  • Mentored junior team members in best practices for effective training coordination and facilitation techniques.

Customer Service Supervisor

Verizon Wireless
08.2001 - 06.2015
  • Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
  • Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
  • Conducted regular quality assurance checks on team interactions with customers, ensuring adherence to company standards.
  • Facilitated cross-functional initiatives between teams for improved coordination in addressing complex customer needs.
  • Monitored call center data to assess trends, proactively implementing solutions for identified issues.
  • Implemented effective scheduling strategies to optimize staff coverage during peak hours and minimize wait times for customers.
  • Researched and corrected customer concerns to promote company loyalty.

Education

Associate of Science - Commerce

DeVry University
Downers Grove, IL
04.2021

Skills

  • Business Analysis
  • MS Excel
  • Problem solving
  • Data Analysis
  • Time management abilities
  • Data Warehousing
  • Self Motivation
  • User Acceptance Testing
  • Negotiation
  • Customer Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Senior Business Analyst

Conduent
12.2020 - Current

Information Technology Associate

Bechtel
11.2017 - 12.2020

Senior Training Coordinator

Fluor
04.2015 - 07.2017

Customer Service Supervisor

Verizon Wireless
08.2001 - 06.2015

Associate of Science - Commerce

DeVry University
Freneka Smalls