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JANET KENNY

Senior Operations Coordinator
Cary,NC
JANET KENNY

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Skills

  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Customer Service-oriented
  • Reservation management
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Work History

The Africa Adventure Company
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Senior Operations Coordinator
06.2006 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed  airline  wholesale  pricing contract negotiations to establish favorable  fares and guidelines; bring in over $80,000 in commission each year.
  • Ticket sales in the amount of 1.5 million dollars yearly
    Built comprehensive travel itineraries for clients to match their land arrangements
  • Took payments via credit and debit cards and handled all sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Offered exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships that resulted in repeat business  and  new referrals. 
  • Established a base of loyal clientele due to excellent listening and research skills and a keen understanding of travel budgets.

Education

Sheraton Technical Institue

Associate of Applied Science from Travel and Hospitality
05.1997 - 05.1998

Broward College

Associate of Science from Business Management
1996

Languages

Spanish
Native language

Affiliations

  • Association for the Promotion of Africa (APTA): Board member 2010-present
  • Association for the Promotion of Africa (APTA):Tea surer 2011-2014
  • Master Kenya Authorized Travel Specialist(KATS): Specialized training in Kenyan Tourism
  • South Africa Tourism Expert(FUNDI) :Specialized in South African Tourism 
  • Suits, Stilettos and Lipstick (SSL): Women Empowerment and Leadership Network member since 2016


JANET KENNYSenior Operations Coordinator