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MELISSA S. LARSON

Fergus Falls,MN

Summary

Professional with strong background in customer interactions and service solutions. Highly skilled in conflict resolution, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Effective team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently focused on achieving results through efficient and empathetic service. Known for reliability and proactive approach to meeting customer and organizational goals. I bring top-notch skills in oral and written communications along with analytical problem-soling skills. Articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative II

Otter Tail Power Company
04.2016 - Current

• Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
• Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
• Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
• Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
• Negotiated solutions with dissatisfied customers, turning potential negative reviews into positive testimonials.
• Ordered materials for field crew and worked up invoices.

Title Associate

West Central Abstracting, Inc.
12.2011 - 04.2016

• Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Prepared title insurance policies for lenders and owners.
• Answered incoming calls for company and directed towards personnel.
• Reduced errors in title documentation by conducting thorough research.
• Helped company accountant with end of month transactions.

Office Assistant

Kelly Services of Fargo
06.2011 - 09.2011

• Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
• Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
• Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
• Achieved high levels of accuracy in data entry tasks while adhering to strict deadlines.

Chiropractic Assistant

Smith Family Chiropractic
01.2011 - 04.2011

• Answered phones to respond to customer questions, provide information and schedule appointments.
• Prepared examination rooms with necessary equipment, promoting efficient appointment flow while prioritizing sanitation protocols.
• Greeted incoming visitors warmly and directed patients to appropriate areas to keep office running smoothly.
• Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.

Receptionist / Office Support

Kelly Services of Fargo
08.2010 - 01.2011

• Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
• Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
• Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
• Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Assisted the preparation of county meetings.

Teller

Gate City Bank
06.2009 - 01.2011

• Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.
• Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience.
• Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
• Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
• Conducted daily audits of cash drawer, ensuring accuracy and compliance with bank policies.
• Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers.

Travel Coordinator

Perfect Travel Promotions
08.2004 - 01.2009

• Established partnerships with key suppliers to enhance service offerings and broaden available resources for clients'' travel needs.
• Created customized travel packages tailored to individual client preferences and needs.
• Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
• Visited and negotiated resort/hotel contracts to use for company travel packages.
• Provided clients with literature outlining available services at destinations and transfer points.
• Supported company growth by contributing ideas during brainstorming sessions focused on expanding the range of services offered to clients.

Travel Coordinator

Small Escapes Travel
10.2002 - 08.2004

• Set up domestic flights, cruises, hotel stays, car rentals and travel packages.
• Created customized travel packages tailored to individual client preferences and needs.
• Stayed current with industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure top-notch service offerings for clients.
• Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

Assistant to the Owner / Travel Coordinator

VIP Travel Reservations, Inc
07.1999 - 09.2002

• Coordinated travel arrangements for external clients and internal corporate clients that included booking via the airline computer system, car rentals, hotels, cruises and a variety of travel packages.
• Filed weekly paperwork with the ARC.
• Handled emergency situations calmly while working quickly to find alternative travel arrangements when needed.

• Developed materials and trained call center agents on a different software system so they could take part in the booking of all around travel packages.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of travel industry trends, regulations and best practices to better serve customers.
• Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.

Education

B.A. - Business Administration, Human Resources

KEISER UNIVERSITY
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
01.2008

A.A. - Business Management, Entrepreneurship

BRAINERD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Brainerd, MN
01.1994

Skills

  • Customer service and relations
  • Critical thinking and Conflict resolution
  • Problem resolution
  • Call center experience and operations
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Travel planning
  • Account management
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Recordkeeping strengths
  • Billing and credit/debit adjustments
  • Staff education and training
  • Business development

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

Cayenta

Citrix

Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point, Notebook, and Outlook

Legacy computer system

Apollo and Sabre airline systems (would need to touch up)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork-life balance

Timeline

Customer Service Representative II

Otter Tail Power Company
04.2016 - Current

Title Associate

West Central Abstracting, Inc.
12.2011 - 04.2016

Office Assistant

Kelly Services of Fargo
06.2011 - 09.2011

Chiropractic Assistant

Smith Family Chiropractic
01.2011 - 04.2011

Receptionist / Office Support

Kelly Services of Fargo
08.2010 - 01.2011

Teller

Gate City Bank
06.2009 - 01.2011

Travel Coordinator

Perfect Travel Promotions
08.2004 - 01.2009

Travel Coordinator

Small Escapes Travel
10.2002 - 08.2004

Assistant to the Owner / Travel Coordinator

VIP Travel Reservations, Inc
07.1999 - 09.2002

A.A. - Business Management, Entrepreneurship

BRAINERD COMMUNITY COLLEGE

B.A. - Business Administration, Human Resources

KEISER UNIVERSITY
MELISSA S. LARSON