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Jennifer F. Cha

Clarksville,TN

Summary

Seeking a career in Hospitality management and tourism

Results-driven customer oriented specialist with a proven track record of exceeding sales quotas and providing exceptional customer service. Recognized as a top seller three times during a two-year tenure at AT&T Mobility and multiple top seller awards from Verizon Wireless. Successfully increased the store’s data take rate by almost 3% within the first three months. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and experienced in customer service, sales, and marketing. I have recently completed a bachelor’s degree in business administration minoring in hospitality management and operations 2024. I will also be completing a master’s degree in business administration concentration leadership on August 26, 2025.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retail Sales Specialist

AT&T Mobility
11.2009 - 09.2011
  • Customer-facing sales, service, and warranty reviews
  • Achieved top seller list 3 times throughout the 2 years I was there
  • Provided exceptional customer service by attentively listening to needs and offering tailored solutions.
  • Responsible for meeting and achieving quota rates that were set and handling customers in a timely and professional manner
  • Raised the data take rate of my store by almost 3% in the first 3 months of employment
  • Worked with team to assist in achieving the top 20 stores in the southeast
  • Consistently met and exceeded new sales and upgrade quotas sometimes by 20%
  • First representative in Clarksville to bring business clients into the store instead of the corporate office to handle and maintain their accounts locally
  • Opened the first large B2B account at the store level in middle TN, creating new business of 25 new lines
  • Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing sales techniques such as cross-selling, upselling, suggestive selling, and product knowledge
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze customer needs and develop solutions-oriented strategies
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding returns and exchanges, payment methods

Assistant Manager

Captain D's
01.2009 - 12.2009
  • Managed shifts of crew members and handled day-to-day operations
  • Responsible for inventory counts, food preparations, delegating chores and positions, discounting, opening and closing procedures, register and safe counts at open and end of shifts
  • Created healthy competitions daily for the team members to earn a reward
  • Raised daily sales KPIs with simple suggestions, and helped my store cut back on overtime
  • Trained new employees in product knowledge, customer service protocols, cash handling procedures, and safety regulations
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and effectively while maintaining a high level of professionalism
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Sales Representative/ management trainee

Verizon Wireless
02.2003 - 01.2007
  • New sales and upgrades, set up the sales floor, responsible for meeting quota, and have achieved data sales certification, customer first sales, customer first service skills, and customer facing training
  • Raised the text and data sales in the area by 1 ½ % in my first quarter in sales
  • Awarded number 1 in Data sales southeast region for a quarter
  • Received 6 awards for excellence in customer first sales and service
  • Received a total of 3 awards for top sales representative by region
  • Developed and maintained strong customer relationships and networks within designated sales territory
  • Worked with management teams to develop annual sales plans, goals, and targets
  • Conducted regular follow-ups with customers post purchase to ensure satisfaction and gauge loyalty levels
  • Negotiated contracts and prices with clients to exceed sales goals
  • Trained sales team members on company procedures and standards
  • Prepared comprehensive proposals for prospective clients based on their needs
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.

Senior Customer Service Representative

Verizon Wireless
07.2005 - 12.2006
  • Handled customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with customers
  • Utilized problem-solving techniques to identify solutions for complex customer inquiries
  • Investigated and researched issues to determine root causes and appropriate resolution methods
  • Provided backup support during peak periods or staff shortages to ensure seamless service delivery to clients at all times.
  • Established strong rapport with customers, fostering long-term relationships and repeat business.

Key Holder- Senior

Verizon Wireless
01.2004 - 07.2005
  • Responsible for money deposits and cash drawers
  • Managed customer escalations, billing, and payment kiosks
  • In that time, received 3 awards for excellence in customer service
  • Maintained daily records of sales and deposits, balancing cash register and reconciling discrepancies
  • Trained new team members in proper duties including opening and closing the store, handling register transactions, customer service standards
  • Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and preventing losses due to discrepancies.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Education

Master of Science (M.S.) - Business Administration Concentration in Leadership

South College
Knoxville, Tennessee
08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Hospitality Management and Operations

South College
Knoxville, Tennessee
02.2024

Skills

  • Microsoft Office suite
  • Customer Service
  • Marketing
  • Retention
  • Organization
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Problem-solving
  • Effective communication
  • Time management capabilities
  • Training and mentoring
  • Management
  • Team building
  • Promotions and specials
  • Computer literacy
  • Sales expertise
  • Customer service

Certification

Food handler


Timeline

Retail Sales Specialist

AT&T Mobility
11.2009 - 09.2011

Assistant Manager

Captain D's
01.2009 - 12.2009

Senior Customer Service Representative

Verizon Wireless
07.2005 - 12.2006

Key Holder- Senior

Verizon Wireless
01.2004 - 07.2005

Sales Representative/ management trainee

Verizon Wireless
02.2003 - 01.2007

Master of Science (M.S.) - Business Administration Concentration in Leadership

South College

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Hospitality Management and Operations

South College
Jennifer F. Cha