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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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MARK A. NEWELL

Houston,TX
MARK A. NEWELL

Summary

Highly motivated professional seeking the opportunity to display high-level sales, customer service & conflict resolution experience. Willing to showcase interpersonal skills and further enhance natural ability to communicate effectively. An empathetic listener with interpersonal as well as call center experience who is attentive to client needs and concerns. Ready to embrace high level demands and contribute to the success of a great organization.

Overview

27
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Richfit Foods

Customer Service Manager
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs were met consistently and promptly.
  • Maintained detailed records of interactions with clients, allowing for easy retrieval when needed during follow-up communications or escalations.
  • Followed through with client requests to resolve problems.
  • Boosted customer retention rates through exceptional problem-solving skills and relationship-building efforts.

Instacart

Shopper
04.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
  • Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.

UBER/LYFT

Driver
04.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Consistently maintained positive reviews from passengers on the Uber platform due to exceptional service quality.
  • Assisted passengers with special needs or requirements, ensuring their comfort throughout the ride.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with passengers by providing friendly and professional service.
  • Remained calm and poised in emergent situations.

The Marketing Arm

Nintendo Switch Holiday Program (Brand Ambassador)
10.2017 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Conduct demonstrations for Nintendo Switch game console to potential consumers
  • Instruct consumers on game objectives; explain controls and issue prizes and incentives for participating in competitions
  • Built extensive product knowledge and recommended personalized solutions to customers.
  • Boosted sales through product promotion and direct customer engagement.

Progressive Insurance

Insurance Sales Representative
07.2022 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Reviewed customer needs and financial means to determine appropriate policy offerings.
  • Sold auto, home, life, and other various insurance products to individuals and affinity groups within assigned territory using consultative selling techniques.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer information and policy sales.
  • Cultivated relationships with clients to identify and meet insurance needs and establish trust and rapport.

Rapid Realty

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
11.2007 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
  • Received “Rising Star” achievement award for highest closing percentage
  • Top 3 ranking in closed deals

Delias Inc, Plum Benefits, Boo.com
New York, New York

Call Center Representative
10.1997 - 11.2008

Job overview

  • Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Developed rapport with customers through empathetic listening skills, creating positive experiences even during difficult conversations.

Education

Express Real Estate School

University Overview

Licensed NYS Real Estate Sales Person

The Adjuster School
Houston, TX

from Insurance
01.2023

University Overview

All Lines Claims Adjuster License

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
Morrisville, NY

BA
06.1998

University Overview

Bachelors Degree Social Science

Skills

  • Exceptional Customer service and support
  • Ethical Judgement
  • Caseload Management
  • Claims processing
  • Conflict resolution
  • Excellent people skills
  • Sales goals attainment
  • Upselling and cross selling
  • Contact follow-up

Certification

Licensed All-Lines Claims Adjuster

Timeline

Customer Service Manager

Richfit Foods
01.2023 - Current

Insurance Sales Representative

Progressive Insurance
07.2022 - 08.2022

Shopper

Instacart
04.2020 - Current

Nintendo Switch Holiday Program (Brand Ambassador)

The Marketing Arm
10.2017 - 12.2022

Driver

UBER/LYFT
04.2017 - Current

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Rapid Realty
11.2007 - 08.2017

Call Center Representative

Delias Inc, Plum Benefits, Boo.com
10.1997 - 11.2008

Express Real Estate School

The Adjuster School

from Insurance

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville

BA
MARK A. NEWELL