Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Lauren Stepney

Chicago,IL

Summary

Results-oriented Operations Manager with over 10 years of experience in the financial services industry. Excels in leading teams and integrating fintech solutions. Proven track record of enhancing process efficiency and building strong community relations, resulting in significant growth in membership and high resolution rates. Committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive customer satisfaction and propel organizational achievements.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Team Lead

Chicago Post Office Employees Credit Union
10.2019 - Current
  • Orchestrated community engagement initiatives, incorporating membership drives & volunteer events
  • Enhanced customer onboarding, escalating membership growth by 10%
  • Directed a six-member team, securing a 95% first-contact resolution rate
  • Implemented fintech solutions, amplifying user satisfaction with remote deposit and bill pay systems
  • Managed operations, ensuring client satisfaction

Client Service Representative

Planites Credit Union
10.2017 - 10.2019
  • Enhanced product adoption by 20% via personalized consultations
  • Solved customer issues swiftly, maintaining high client satisfaction
  • Handled sensitive client information with discretion, ensuring confidentiality at all times.

Customer Service Manager

Walmart
10.2012 - 10.2017
  • Orchestrated operations with a 15-member team, securing top customer contentment scores
  • Tuned service procedures, reducing wait times by a significant 25%
  • Dealt with escalated customer grievances, providing effective remedies

Education

High School Diploma -

Simeon Career Academy
06.2012

Skills

  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Process Optimization
  • Community Engagement
  • Fintech Implementation
  • Customer Service
  • Project Management
  • Business process reengineering
  • Cross-functional coordination

Certification

  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Institute
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Scrum Alliance
  • Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Scrum Alliance
  • Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor (CCUFC), America's Credit Unions
  • Notary Public, State of Illinois

Timeline

Operations Team Lead

Chicago Post Office Employees Credit Union
10.2019 - Current

Client Service Representative

Planites Credit Union
10.2017 - 10.2019

Customer Service Manager

Walmart
10.2012 - 10.2017

High School Diploma -

Simeon Career Academy
Lauren Stepney