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Leah Palmer

Herriman,UT

Summary

Dynamic Customer Service and Quality Assurance Leader with over 20 years of experience driving operational excellence in fast-paced, global environments. Proven track record in team leadership, strategic planning, process improvement, and performance management, complemented by more than 15 years in the BPO sector. Renowned for building high-performing teams that enhance customer satisfaction and deliver measurable cost savings through data-driven initiatives and quality frameworks. Committed to achieving results while adapting to evolving needs, with strong skills in collaboration, conflict resolution, and fostering a positive team environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Manager

Freezing Point
03.2024 - 05.2025
  • Lead a team of 9 CSRs and 2 Team Leads; developed training programs and performance standards.
  • Reduced support tickets by 30% through troubleshooting improvements and cross-department collaboration.
  • Implemented performance tracking tools and defined a behavioral coaching model.
  • Achieved 99% machine uptime across 35,000+ units.
  • Conduct weekly and monthly reviews, providing coaching and strategic insights.

Quality Manager

JetBlue
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Designed and implemented a company-wide Quality Strategy for North American customer support.
  • Led the rollout of a behavioral-based Quality Form for voice, chat, and email channels.
  • Developed quality metrics, reporting systems, and coaching frameworks for BPO partners.

Regional Quality Program Lead

eBay
11.2019 - 02.2023
  • Spearheaded global quality initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
  • Conducted root cause analysis and delivered actionable insights to key stakeholders.
  • Built standardized quality reporting and conducted calibration sessions with senior leadership.

Quality Manager

Concentrix
12.2011 - 11.2019
  • Led a global team of 16 Quality Evaluators and managed quality assurance across multiple client portfolios.
  • Directed cross-functional audits, developed certification programs, and improved evaluator accuracy.
  • Reduced quality variance and enhanced stakeholder engagement with data-driven reporting.

Global Senior Quality Manager

TeleTech Holdings, Inc.
02.2008 - 06.2010
  • Managed global QA and Language teams with 200+ staff; won Manager of the Year (2009).
  • Reduced calibration variance by 10–15% and cost per evaluation to $1.35.
  • Boosted CSAT/NPS scores and reduced turnover by 12% through task force initiatives and recognition programs.

Various Roles (Quality Manager, Operations Manager, Trainer)

Teleperformance USA
08.2003 - 08.2007
  • Increased QA productivity and directed major client project launches.
  • Built reporting infrastructure and led process improvement initiatives.
  • Assisted in certifying 17 trainers during a single client visit—an organizational record.

Education

Business Studies

Ricks College
Rexburg, ID
01.1994

Skills

  • Customer Service & Satisfaction
  • Quality Assurance & Coaching
  • Process Improvement & Optimization
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Performance Management
  • Project Coordination
  • Budgeting & Cost Reduction
  • Training & Development
  • Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)

Certification

  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • Supervisor/Manager Certification
  • ROOTS Leadership Training
  • Profit & Loss Certification
  • IBM Coaching Effectiveness
  • BPO Leadership/Management
  • Business Consulting – Process Improvement
  • Training Certification
  • Customer Service Management Training

Timeline

Customer Service Manager

Freezing Point
03.2024 - 05.2025

Quality Manager

JetBlue
02.2023 - 03.2024

Regional Quality Program Lead

eBay
11.2019 - 02.2023

Quality Manager

Concentrix
12.2011 - 11.2019

Global Senior Quality Manager

TeleTech Holdings, Inc.
02.2008 - 06.2010

Various Roles (Quality Manager, Operations Manager, Trainer)

Teleperformance USA
08.2003 - 08.2007

Business Studies

Ricks College