Successful and dependable Client Services Associate with a proven track record of excelling in conference planning and strategic relationship management. Adept at fostering collaboration across teams, enhancing customer satisfaction, and mentoring junior staff. I drive successful project outcomes through exceptional organizational skills and multitasking.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Services Associate
CORE Construction Services of Florida
Sarasota
05.2022 - 05.2025
Managed conference planning, including budgeting, scheduling, and logistics from inception to completion.
Collaborated with internal teams to create promotional materials for conferences and events.
Conducted research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Developed lasting customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
Provided mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering skill development.
Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers and key clients to promote business growth.
Aligned departmental budget with company objectives to support organizational expansion.
Enhanced workplace productivity through effective teamwork and collaboration.
Technical Recruiter
STAR-TEK
Rockville
06.2015 - 04.2022
Engaged with Senior Level Executives to source exceptional talent
Maintained databases by inputting data from a variety of sources.
Engagement Manager/Sr. Business Operations Manager
International Business Machines, IBM
Bethesda, MD
01.1999 - 06.2015
Established governance frameworks to ensure successful delivery of projects within budget constraints.
Led regular meetings with internal teams as well as external customers and partners.
Coordinated efforts among cross-functional groups including sales executives, finance analysts, software architects, and legal teams.
Ensured compliance with legal regulations during all phases of engagements.
Provided executive-level presentations on project status and results.
Monitored progress against goals and milestones, communicated updates to the team and client stakeholders.
Worked with cross-functional team members to manage entire sales process.
Assessed projects against budgets and timelines, keeping team and assignments on task.
Developed reports summarizing operational activities and presented findings at executive meetings.
Evaluated and resolved conflicts and addressed internal and external business problems, building customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and giving appropriate feedback.
Served as key corporate representative, liaising with multiple departments in support of operational excellence.
Used data analysis tools such as Excel spreadsheets to track performance metrics associated with proposals.
Prepared presentations summarizing key points of a given project or proposal.
Developed proposal outlines, coordinated with internal stakeholders and managed the proposal response process.
Managed all aspects of the proposal development process including scheduling, tracking progress and deadlines.
Conducted regular one-on-one meetings with each mentee to discuss challenges, successes and goals.
Skills
Reliable and responsible
Conference planning and logistics
Brand representation
Strategic planning
Executive management support
Cross-functional team collaboration
Multitasking and problem-solving skills
Client relationships
Client profile building
Customer service excellence
Mentorship and coaching
Microsoft applications proficiency
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Towson University
Baltimore, MD
Accomplishments
IBM Awards: (1) Knowledge Advantage Award, (3) Executive Level Awards, (10) Peer and Management Recognition Awards