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CustomerServiceRepresentative

Gwendolyn Sams

Portsmouth,VA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in customer service and problem-solving, honed at MAP Communications and other leading companies. Excelled in enhancing customer satisfaction and team performance through effective conflict resolution and critical thinking. Skilled in call center operations and customer relations, consistently achieving and surpassing performance targets.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

MAP Communications
09.2009 - 12.2020

Call Center Representative

Taking incoming call

Emergency Road Service Supervisor

AAA of Tidewater
03.2004 - 10.2009
  • Handled customer complaints and inquiries.
  • Assisted with training and development of team members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing service issues and providing timely resolutions.
  • Updated job knowledge by attending workshops, training sessions and educational opportunities.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed, resulting in a safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Successfully managed high-pressure situations, maintaining composure while finding solutions to complex problems quickly.
  • Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Monitored team's performance and gave feedback when necessary.
  • Managed daily operations of the service department, maintaining a high level of organization and productivity.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing effective training programs and regularly evaluating staff progress.

Reservation Agent

American Airlines
09.1998 - 08.2002
  • Managed and closed reservation calls to increase bookings by maintaining strong knowledge of resort products, services, and facilities.
  • Managed online booking inquiries and assisted guests and travel partners with questions throughout entire booking cycle.
  • Consistently met performance targets in both call handling time and customer service ratings, contributing to the overall success of the reservations department.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and developed friendly rapport with callers while answering questions, making recommendations, and leading conversations to bookings.
  • Maintained high levels of efficiency by managing multiple phone lines and email correspondence for reservation requests and adjustments.
  • Provided customers with information about availability and pricing.
  • Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills.

Education

Associate Degree - Human Services

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA
05.2016

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Data Entry
  • Customer Relations
  • Problem Resolution
  • Call center experience
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Complaint Handling
  • Client Relations
  • Professional telephone demeanor
  • Call Center Operations
  • Call Management

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

MAP Communications
09.2009 - 12.2020

Emergency Road Service Supervisor

AAA of Tidewater
03.2004 - 10.2009

Reservation Agent

American Airlines
09.1998 - 08.2002

Associate Degree - Human Services

Tidewater Community College
Gwendolyn Sams