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Lakeshia Harris

Pensacola

Summary

Motivated and compassionate professional with a strong background in delinquency control and member support. Known for fostering employee morale, enhancing team productivity, and promoting personal development. Passionate about creating purpose-driven work environments where individuals feel valued and empowered. Brings a collaborative spirit and a creative approach to problem-solving, shaped by a lifelong commitment to helping others and building meaningful connections.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Delinquency Control Counselor IV

Navy Federal Credit Union
02.2021 - Current
  • Contacted and counseled delinquent members to resolve account delinquency using all available payment options.
  • Controlled delinquency across Consumer and Credit Card loan accounts, ensuring timely intervention and resolution.
  • Obtained and analyzed detailed financial information from members to recommend solutions and alternatives to bankruptcy or charge-off.
  • Delivered daily reports to supervisors and management, including in-house activity trends and payment tracking updates.
  • Served as a mentor and trainer, providing guidance and support to team members to enhance performance and ensure procedural compliance.
  • Conducted regular reviews of member account data and documentation to maintain accuracy and compliance with federal and Navy Federal guidelines.
  • Utilized online tools and collaborated with appropriate parties to facilitate account resolution and recovery efforts.

Delinquency Control Counselor III

Navy Federal Credit Union
06.2020 - 02.2021
  • Initiated contact with delinquent members to resolve account delinquency using all available payment options and loss mitigation tools.
  • Collected and analyzed detailed financial information to determine optimal solutions for curing delinquency.
  • Recommended short- and long-term solutions, including repayment plans, promises-to-pay, loan modifications, refinances, personal finance management, and deferral programs.
  • Provided coaching and guidance to less experienced staff, fostering skill development and team effectiveness.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry practices to ensure compliance and informed decision-making.

Delinquency Control Counselor Class O

Navy Federal Credit Union
04.2015 - 06.2020
  • Mitigated potential losses by proactively addressing early signs of delinquency in member accounts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing empathetic support and tailored financial advice.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for delinquency control.
  • Achieved successful repayment resolutions by negotiating payment arrangements with members.
  • Maintained working knowledge of federal and state consumer protection laws, including UDAAP, FDCPA, FCRA, and SCRA.

Team Leader

Hitachi Cable
06.2010 - 04.2015

· Performed quality checks on products and parts.

· Packed finished products and prepare them for shipment.

· Completed production reports to communicate team production level to management.

· Rotated through all the tasks required in a particular production process.

· Maintained production equipment and machinery.

· Supervised assemblers and train employees on job procedures.

Education

West Florida High School
Pensacola, FL

Skills

  • Negotiation techniques
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Financial counseling
  • Empathy development
  • Organized
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Active Listener
  • Communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Time Management

Certification

Management Development Certificate

Timeline

Delinquency Control Counselor IV

Navy Federal Credit Union
02.2021 - Current

Delinquency Control Counselor III

Navy Federal Credit Union
06.2020 - 02.2021

Delinquency Control Counselor Class O

Navy Federal Credit Union
04.2015 - 06.2020

Team Leader

Hitachi Cable
06.2010 - 04.2015

West Florida High School