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LaTonya Garrett

Hammond,IN

Summary

Results-driven customer service professional with 12 years of experience in call center operations, customer support, and retail service. Proven ability to lead teams, resolve escalations, and develop strategic solutions to enhance customer satisfaction. Adept at training, coaching, and mentoring team members to meet and exceed performance goals. Excels in high-pressure environments, multi-tasking, and cross-functional collaboration. Seeking a leadership role as a Team Lead or Customer Service Supervisor to leverage expertise in driving team success and improving operational efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Customer Service Representative (Chat) / Me

Home Depot.com
Tempe/Hammond, AZ/IN
04.2017 - 01.2025

• Serve as a mentor to new team members, providing coaching and guidance on customer engagement strategies.

• Resolve complex customer issues efficiently by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.

• Support multiple customer interactions across chat, calls, and text channels, ensuring timely and satisfactory resolutions.

• Assist team leads in performance monitoring, identifying improvement areas, and suggesting process enhancements.

• Maintain adherence to company policies, including attendance, punctuality, and compliance standards.

• Consistently exceed performance metrics, including customer satisfaction scores and resolution rates.

Call Center Representative (Winback) / Lead Suppor

Convergys
Phoenix, AZ
06.2015 - 04.2017

• Managed escalated customer retention cases, negotiating solutions to increase customer loyalty.

• Provided leadership support by assisting team members with difficult calls and customer concerns.

• Trained new hires on customer service protocols, product knowledge, and retention strategies.

• Assisted in tracking team performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement.

• Successfully exceeded department goals for productivity, quality assurance, and customer satisfaction.

Cashier / Shift Lead

Dairy Queen
Phoenix, AZ
06.2014 - 06.2015

• Supervised shift operations, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality customer service.

• Trained new employees on cash handling, food preparation, and customer engagement.

• Managed order flow, collaborating with kitchen staff to maintain efficiency during peak hours.

• Maintained cleanliness and compliance with food safety standards.

Overnight Stocker / Team Trainer

Walmart
Chicago/Phoenix, IL/AZ
07.2013 - 04.2015

• Assisted in training new overnight stockers on inventory management and safety protocols.

• Led a small team in organizing and stocking merchandise, ensuring efficient product placement.

• Provided customer assistance during night shifts, guiding them to desired products.

• Maintained inventory accuracy and reported damages or discrepancies to supervisors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Alan B Shepard
Palos Heights, IL
05-2010

Skills

Team Leadership & Training

Customer Service & Retention

Performance Monitoring & Coaching

Conflict Resolution & Escalation Management

Multi-Channel Communication (Chat, Calls, Text)

Time Management & Multi-Tasking

Process Improvement & Efficiency

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Timeline

Senior Customer Service Representative (Chat) / Me

Home Depot.com
04.2017 - 01.2025

Call Center Representative (Winback) / Lead Suppor

Convergys
06.2015 - 04.2017

Cashier / Shift Lead

Dairy Queen
06.2014 - 06.2015

Overnight Stocker / Team Trainer

Walmart
07.2013 - 04.2015

High School Diploma -

Alan B Shepard
LaTonya Garrett