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President's Club 2013- 2018
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Monica Ayala- Agadzhanov

Monica Ayala- Agadzhanov

Kirkland,WA

Summary

Bilingual (English/Spanish) professional with over a decade of proven leadership in sales, account management, business development, and coaching. Adept in B2B strategy, customer success, negotiating contracts, resolving client issues and strategic partnerships. Recognized consistently for driving revenue growth and delivering impactful client solutions across industries. Knowledgeable manager with background in overseeing studio operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely project completion. Led teams to achieve high-quality standards and effectively coordinated resources to optimize production. Demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills, fostering collaborative environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
3
3

Certifications

Work History

Account Manager (Freelance)

(TSYS) Global Payments
03.2019 - Current

    Skills:

    • B2B Marketing Strategy and Sales.
    • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
    • Developed long-lasting relationships with clients by consistently delivering exceptional customer service and support.
    • Facilitated seamless transitions for clients switching from other providers, ensuring minimal disruption to their operations.
    • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
    • Coordinated with technical support teams to resolve any system issues quickly, maintaining client trust in our services.
    • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
    • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
    • Conducted regular account reviews to identify areas for improvement and ensure continued success.
    • Cultivated portfolio of high-value clients by leveraging industry knowledge and strategic networking.
    • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
    • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of transition of product and services.
    • Conducted thorough analyses of clients'' current payment processing systems, recommending appropriate upgrades or changes to optimize performance.

Studio Manager & Head Trainer

F45 Training- Kirkland
Kirkland, WA
10.2020 - 04.2025

Skills:

  • Verified that organization maintained open-door policy so employees could openly discuss ideas and make suggestions.
  • Managed monthly/ yearly budgets and financial reports, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
  • Strengthened relationships with external partners such as vendors or suppliers, promoting collaboration opportunities that ultimately benefited both parties involved.
  • Promoted culture of continuous improvement within team by encouraging open feedback and sharing best practices between colleagues.
  • Developed and enforced studio policies, leading to safer and more productive work environment.
  • Established feedback system for clients, leading to continual service and process improvements.
  • Boosted team morale and productivity through regular team-building activities.
  • Expanded studio''s client base by proactively seeking out new business opportunities through networking events or industry conferences.
  • Streamlined studio operations by implementing efficient scheduling and project management systems.
  • Created policies and procedures for company and delivered company-wide training to employees.
  • Recruited, trained, and developed high-performing and customer-focused team from scratch.
  • Coordinated daily studio operations, including scheduling, staff management and customer service.
  • Improved gym member retention through consistent monitoring of progress and providing regular feedback on performance.

Account Manager

Central Payment
09.2013 - 03.2019

Skills:

  • Managed sales pipelines, merchant service solutions, and client consultations.
  • Provided ongoing support to clients, addressing any questions or concerns promptly and professionally, maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Supported partner success through training and strategic support.
  • Negotiated contract terms with clients, securing favorable agreements for both parties.
  • Established clear communication channels between clients and internal teams, ensuring seamless project execution.
  • Increased revenue generation by upselling appropriate products and services to existing clientele.
  • Ensured timely handling of disputes by coordinating resolutions between issuing banks, cardholders, and merchants.
  • Provided comprehensive training on payment systems for new merchants, promoting seamless transition and integration.
  • Boosted merchant retention rates with proactive outreach and relationship-building efforts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving merchant inquiries and concerns.
  • Recognized as a top performer within the team for consistently exceeding targets in both customer satisfaction ratings and sales quotas.
  • Served as a liaison between technical support departments and merchants during system updates or troubleshooting incidents.
  • Promoted high level of customer satisfaction using strong relationship-building skills, consistent follow-up and prompt issue resolution.
  • Performed cold-calling and follow-ups with leads to secure new revenue.
  • Set up appointments with potential and current customers to promote new products and services.
  • Managed high-volume portfolios, effectively balancing workload while maintaining strong client relationships- 300+ clients.
  • Consistently exceeded new sales growth quotas for Central Payment.
  • Recognized as a top performer within the team for consistently exceeding targets in both customer satisfaction ratings and sales quotas- Consistent President's Club Award Member

Outside Management Consultant

PEP Inc.
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
11.2015 - 01.2018

Skills:

  • Provided guidance in marketing and business development strategy.
  • Designed customized training programs to enhance employee skills and improve productivity levels.
  • Increased client revenue through effective sales strategy development and implementation.
  • Helped clients improve organizational efficiency.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and timely project completion.
  • Implemented technology solutions that streamlined processes, improved efficiency, and reduced costs for clients.
  • Improved communication at all levels and transformed company culture into more productive atmosphere.
  • Mentored junior consultants in effective communication techniques, analytical skills development, and problem-solving methodologies.
  • Reviewed internal systems and organized training plans to address areas in need of improvement.

Account Manager

iPayment, Inc.
Spokane, Washington
09.2011 - 09.2013

Skills:

  • Focused on direct sales, relationship building, and customer experience delivery.
  • Developed tailored recommendations for merchants based on detailed analysis of their business needs and goals.
  • Implemented process improvements, significantly reducing chargeback rates for clients'' businesses.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and minimizing fraud cases.
  • Streamlined payment processing for clients by implementing efficient transaction procedures.
  • Evaluated creditworthiness of prospective clients through diligent review of financial statements and credit reports.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices to provide informed advice to clients.
  • Managed high-volume portfolios, effectively balancing workload while maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Assisted merchants in selecting optimal payment solutions, resulting in increased sales volume.
  • Prepared pricing agreements and contracts to close sales.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.
  • Assisted clients throughout sales process and provided after-sales support to assess satisfaction and resolve problems.
  • Serviced existing accounts on regular basis to maximize revenue.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving merchant inquiries and concerns.
  • Recognized as top performer within team for consistently exceeding targets in both customer satisfaction ratings and sales quotas.
  • Served as liaison between technical support departments and merchants during system updates or troubleshooting incidents.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration & Management

University of Phoenix
Online
01.2010

Associate of Arts - Visual Communications & Merchandise Marketing

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM)
Los Angeles, CA
01.2005

Skills

  • Sales & Marketing Strategy
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Team Leadership & Talent Development
  • B2B Marketing & Deal Closure
  • Project & Time Management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Payment processing
  • Client retention strategies
  • Upselling strategies
  • Strong negotiation
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail

Accomplishments

  • Training Development- Designed and executed weekly and daily training programs for company sales team, increasing employee productivity and product knowledge.
  • Supervised team of 10+ agents and staff members.
  • Managed client portfolio of 300+

Certification

  • Certified Fitness Trainer, CFL1, CrossFit
  • Pre/Postnatal Fitness Certification, PRONATAL Fitness
  • CGFI - Certified Group Fitness Instructor

President's Club 2013- 2018

Qualification: enroll & maintain portfolio of 100+ active clients

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Work Location

RemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsPaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k matchPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company RetreatsCareer advancement4-day work week

Quote

Success is often achieved by those who don’t know that failure is inevitable.
Coco Chanel

Timeline

Studio Manager & Head Trainer

F45 Training- Kirkland
10.2020 - 04.2025

Account Manager (Freelance)

(TSYS) Global Payments
03.2019 - Current

Outside Management Consultant

PEP Inc.
11.2015 - 01.2018

Account Manager

Central Payment
09.2013 - 03.2019

Account Manager

iPayment, Inc.
09.2011 - 09.2013

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration & Management

University of Phoenix

Associate of Arts - Visual Communications & Merchandise Marketing

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM)