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Mayree Workman

Fairfield,IA

Summary

Accomplished Director of Operations & Client Service adept in strategic planning and operations management. Elevated revenue by innovating business strategies and fostering robust client relationships. Excelled in team leadership & relationship building. Strongly believes in a collaborative, engaged, and empowering work culture. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Achieved over $1 million in net revenue annually through effective team, people, and process management.


Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Operations & Client Service

Financial Moxie Inc. & Divorce Moxie
01.2019 - 07.2024
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly for approximately 400 established clients.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using firm issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable accounts with a 99% success rate.
  • Assisted and monitored current client's accounts, budgets/cash flow. Provided feedback to clients regarding their goals.
  • Managed market trends, sales, marketing, and customer account operations efficiently.

Supervisor- Virtual Assistant

Cambridge Investment Research
08.2015 - 10.2018
  • Developed and implemented a virtual assistant service within the broker/dealer for financial advisors. This service was intended to generate revenue for the firm and provide a lasting relationship for advisors to stay with the firm. In 3 years, the program grew from 1 employee to 42 employees with over $1 million in net revenue to the firm annually.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures from a new perspective/team.
  • Developed complex reports in Excel for cost, revenue, and work projections reporting.
  • Surpassed monthly and annual department goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
  • Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests as well as quarterly reviews to solicit feedback.
  • Review resumes and conduct interviews, coordinate new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to human resources.
  • Develop and submit department annual budget, track costs ongoing. *5 year Budget Star Award Winner

Team Lead, Partner Support Center

Cambridge Investment Research
01.2008 - 08.2015
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests, and found coverage for short shifts for 25 employees.
  • Coached team members on the techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issues directly and implementing timely solutions.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures.
  • Work with team members on complex service requests to provide the best possible solution while teaching simultaneously.
  • Developed monthly and daily production output plans to deliver on customer service and financial metrics.
  • Communicated KPIs outlined in the annual plan to inform employees of expectations and deliverables.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues for over 1,000+ calls per day.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Technology Consultant- CLIC

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.
04.2003 - 01.2008
  • Improved client satisfaction by implementing innovative technology solutions tailored to their specific needs.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of client systems, providing actionable recommendations for improvements and upgrades.
  • Streamlined business processes for increased efficiency and productivity through the integration of cutting-edge technologies.
  • Designed user-friendly interfaces that simplified complex tasks while maintaining high levels of functionality across multiple platforms.
  • Controlled development of test areas, systems test data and testing methods prior to implementing new systems and enhancements to existing systems.
  • Develop & Implement traveling technology roadshows throughout the US. Training financial advisors and their staff on efficiency in using proprietary technology offered through the firm.
  • Perform office efficiency studies for financial advisors and their staff. Provide onsite training as well as written recommendations, goals, and a follow up plan.

Transition Consultant

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.
08.2001 - 04.2003
  • Facilitated smooth, organized, transitions for financial advisors books of business from other broker/dealers to Cambridge.
  • Delivered training sessions on transition best practices for clients & internal teams, fostering self-sufficiency and ongoing success.
  • Advised clients on regulatory compliance matters related to the financial industry industry and geographic region throughout the course of transitions.
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing transition processes, implementing changes to enhance overall effectiveness.
  • Research complex issues as they arise during transition to find solutions or alternative options to ensure the transition process was smooth for the advisor and the end client.
  • Developed comprehensive transition plans, outlining project timelines and key milestones for success.
  • Completed ongoing followup after transition at 3, 6, 9, & 12 months to ensure satisfaction in the overall firm operations.

Education

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt -

Iowa Lean Consortium

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt -

Iowa Lean Consortium

Securities Industry Essentials -

FINRA

Series 99- Operations Professional -

FINRA

Registered Corporate Coach -

Worldwide Associationof Business Coaches
01.2016

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts/Business Management

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.2001

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team & People Management
  • Operations Management
  • Staff Development
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Team Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Process Improvements
  • Customer Service
  • Proficient in Office 365, G-Suite, RingCentral, ADP Workforce, Meta Business, Calendly, Zoom, Adobe Suite, Quickbooks,

Affiliations

  • Secretary/Board Member- Kaden's Kids 501(c)3
  • Ambassador, Fairfield Chamber of Commerce

Timeline

Director, Operations & Client Service

Financial Moxie Inc. & Divorce Moxie
01.2019 - 07.2024

Supervisor- Virtual Assistant

Cambridge Investment Research
08.2015 - 10.2018

Team Lead, Partner Support Center

Cambridge Investment Research
01.2008 - 08.2015

Technology Consultant- CLIC

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.
04.2003 - 01.2008

Transition Consultant

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.
08.2001 - 04.2003

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt -

Iowa Lean Consortium

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt -

Iowa Lean Consortium

Securities Industry Essentials -

FINRA

Series 99- Operations Professional -

FINRA

Registered Corporate Coach -

Worldwide Associationof Business Coaches

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts/Business Management

Kirkwood Community College
Mayree Workman