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Hina Nakashima

'Ewa Beach,HI

Summary

Proven leader with extensive experience at Disney Vacation Club, adept in team management and staff development, significantly enhancing performance metrics. Fluent in Japanese and English, excels in customer service, demonstrating innovation and creativity. Successfully reduced operational costs, showcasing a blend of strategic thinking and interpersonal skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Member Ser Vices Manager

Disney Vaction Club
05.2022 - Current
  • Managed a team of staff members, providing coaching and professional development opportunities, resulting in overall improvement in performance metrics.
  • Reduced operational costs by implementing cost-saving measures while maintaining high levels of service quality for members.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop comprehensive programs catering to the diverse needs of our members.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training processes for new team members, helping build a skilled workforce committed to delivering excellent results for our organization''s members.

Training Facilitator

Disney Vacation Club
05.2019 - 05.2022

• Facilitate learning programs of varying complexity that are designed to address a targeted business need and have measureable goals to achieve

• Facilitate learning programs to all levels, including update or ongoing training for existing Cast and new in role onboarding to meet defined learning needs

• Develop or enhance classroom, virtual, or technology based learning experiences using Instructional Design theories to achieve learning goals and support important messages across the department.

• Lead projects independently or collaborative with peers and partners on design and delivery of learning programs to effectively meet learning objectives

• Conduct course evaluations to determine effectiveness

• Mentor and train less experienced facilitators • Lead behind the scenes support for delivery, producing, moderating, and in person support as needed

• Conduct training administration functions such as scheduling, summarizing rosters, post-session follow up emails, reports or general communication

Call Center Representative

Disney Vacation Club
05.2017 - 05.2019
  • Assisted Japanese guests with planning their future reservations and answering question's both by phone and email.
  • Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
  • Mastered multiple software systems for seamless navigation during calls, improving efficiency and reducing hold times for customers.

Front Desk Agent

Marriott Vacation Club
03.2014 - 05.2017
  • Contacted pre arrival guests in Japan by email to assist them with questions or concerns.
  • Translated English documents to Japanese
  • Assisted Japanese guests as a translator to help them communicate with English speaking personnel.
  • Maintained accurate records of guest information, payments, and reservations using hotel management software systems.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Provided exceptional service during high-volume periods or challenging situations, ensuring a seamless experience for all guests.
  • Resolved guest issues promptly, resulting in positive feedback and return visits.
  • Welcomed each new arrival pleasantly and confirmed reservations and identification.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs both in English and Japanese.

Customer Care Representative

Hertz Asia Pacific
10.2008 - 06.2013
  • Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.

Call Center Operator

Hertz Asia Pacific
10.2003 - 10.2008
  • Assisted customers by making car rental reservations, answering questions and responding to inquiries
  • Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
  • Demonstrated resilience in high-stress situations, consistently maintaining a calm demeanor and professional tone when assisting challenging customers.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media And Communication

City College of City University of New York
New York, NY
06.2002

Skills

  • Native Speaker of Japanese, Fluent in English both speaking and writing
  • Customer service expertise
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Team Management
  • Innovation and Creativity

Timeline

Member Ser Vices Manager

Disney Vaction Club
05.2022 - Current

Training Facilitator

Disney Vacation Club
05.2019 - 05.2022

Call Center Representative

Disney Vacation Club
05.2017 - 05.2019

Front Desk Agent

Marriott Vacation Club
03.2014 - 05.2017

Customer Care Representative

Hertz Asia Pacific
10.2008 - 06.2013

Call Center Operator

Hertz Asia Pacific
10.2003 - 10.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Media And Communication

City College of City University of New York
Hina Nakashima