A passionate, forward-thinking Director and Business Partner with over 15 years of leadership experience with companies from 15 to 150,000 employees. Excelling in cultivating strong relationships with team members across all organizational levels while promoting an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Accomplished people executive with a strategic blend of empathy and critical thinking to create impactful leadership strategies that resonate with the team. Known for strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to new challenges. Eager to contribute to organizational success with a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
• Revamped customer service processes for an upscale boutique company, resulting in a 35% increase in customer satisfaction scores and a 20% boost in client retention rates, sustained over a three-year period.
• Researched and implemented a new automation system, increasing departmental efficiency by 45% and expanding client capacity by 30% over two years, while maintaining superior service quality.
• Drove significant business growth, expanding the department from 1 to 7 team members over four years. Personally recruited and mentored three high-performers who were promoted to management roles.
• Led a cross-functional project to streamline client data management, reducing field team data retrieval time by 60% and improving first-call resolution rates by 25%, with continuous improvements implemented annually.
• Built and mentored a high-performing field leadership team, achieving a cumulative 50% increase in productivity and a 25% improvement in project delivery timelines over three years.
• Developed and refined a comprehensive onboarding program, reducing new hire integration time by 30% and improving project integration speed by 40% over the course of four years.
• Successfully managed orientation for over 500 new employees during tenure, maintaining a consistent 95% satisfaction rate in new hire surveys.
• Implemented and continuously improved CRM strategies and incentives, resulting in a 40% increase in customer loyalty and a 35% boost in sales over four years, while effectively navigating challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic.
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• Revamped customer service processes for an upscale boutique company, resulting in a 35% increase in customer satisfaction scores and a 20% boost in client retention rates within the first quarter.
• Researched and implemented a new automation system, increasing departmental efficiency by 45% and expanding client capacity by 30%, while maintaining superior service quality.
• Drove business growth, expanding the department from 1 to 3 team members. Personally recruited and mentored a high-performer who was promoted to Department Manager within 15 months.
• Led a cross-functional weekend project to streamline client data management, reducing field team data retrieval time by 60% and improving first-call resolution rates by 25%.
• Built and mentored a high-performing field leadership team, achieving a 30% increase in productivity and a 15% improvement in project delivery timelines.
• Developed a comprehensive onboarding program, reducing new hire integration time by 20% and improving project integration speed by 25%.
• Successfully managed orientation for over 100 new employees annually, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate in new hire surveys.
• Implemented CRM strategies and incentives that boosted customer loyalty and sales, while maintaining composure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, including during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Led operations for a high-profile Starbucks location in an affluent area, frequently serving company executives and maintaining exceptional standards of service and professionalism.
• Consistently achieved top 10% status in district-wide customer satisfaction scores through strategic hiring and rigorous training of staff to meet elevated customer expectations.
• Fostered strong community ties by actively participating in the Magnolia Chamber of Commerce, resulting in a 30% increase in local business partnerships and establishing the store as the premier coffee shop for community events.
• Implemented a proactive approach to staffing and inventory management based on local events and activities, leading to a 25% increase in sales during peak community periods and a 15% reduction in waste.
• Developed and maintained a team known for exceptional professionalism and composure, receiving frequent commendations from customers and visiting executives alike.
• Cultivated a deep understanding of the local market, resulting in tailored promotions and product offerings that increased average ticket size by 20% over four years.
• Successfully managed and trained staff during high-pressure situations, including serving Howard Schultz and other top executives, maintaining composure and excellence in service delivery.
• Achieved consistent year-over-year growth in store revenue, with an average annual increase of 15%, outperforming district averages by 5% each year.
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