Client service and technical support professional with experience in hospitality and IT support across banking and financial operations, including electronic fraud analysis. Handles transaction review, client verification, issue resolution, and ticket tracking with accuracy. Supports customer satisfaction and account protection in fast-paced environments.
- Verified electronic money transfers and recent activity with bank members to detect potential fraud and protect client assets.
- Support early fraud detection efforts to reduce financial impact and protect client accounts and identities.
- Investigated suspicious transactions through Citibank fraud case systems.
- Assess risk during business decisions with attention to Citigroup reputation, client assets, policy requirements, rules, regulations, ethical judgment, and transparent escalation, management, and reporting of issues.
- Provide solutions to client issues using available resources under limited supervision.
- Managed inbound and outbound client inquiries, addressing service-related requests and concerns to enhance client satisfaction.
- Achieved performance targets consistently for individual and team efforts.
Defined verification methods for processing customer information.
Credit Card & Client Services
Kohl's Operations Center
San Antonio, TX
01.2020 - 09.2022
Delivered prompt, accurate customer service, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Resolved customer service queries efficiently, ensuring accurate information delivery.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service resulting in being one of the top 3 performers.
Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
Educated customers on products and services related to Kohl's.com ecommerce orders, increasing their purchasing confidence.
Monitored and validated individual transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance., reconciling customer accounts to identify fraud - suspicious activity, flagged certain transactions or accounts.com orders.
Work closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Application Support Analyst
TEKsystems Inc. For Marriott International
San Antonio, TX
06.2019 - 12.2019
Resolved issues related to group inventory, CITY/Marsha /Lightspeed communication, interfaces, reports, travel agencies, servers, guest reservations, scripting, and other hotel-related incidents within Lightspeed application and Linux.
Delivered 1st level support to customers and partners in PC Windows environment, escalating issues to 2nd and 3rd level support as needed.
Provided exceptional customer service and follow-up support for all customers.
Ensured timely escalation of critical issues to senior staff and management.
Queues management of incoming calls/message care. On average, 25 phone calls per day.
Assisted other analysts with support issues and escalations.
Executed tasks requested by Manager or Director.
IT Hotel Support Specialist
Accenture, LLC for Starwood Hotels and Resorts
San Antonio, TX
02.2014 - 03.2019
Provide expert first level technical support for Starwood Brand Hotels.
Professionally handle incoming telephone calls, chats and emails from Starwood employees.
Troubleshot network connectivity issues to deliver seamless problem-solving responses for customers.
Categorized, prioritized, resolved, and routed tickets to specialists for complex cases.
Tracked and documented all activity via Service Now ticketing system, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
Created IPS user accounts for employees to access necessary systems., reset passwords, set up printers for IPS reports, and forward pertinent information (outages, downtime) to all customers concerning IPS interfaces.
Resolved rate and inventory discrepancies between PMS (Galaxy and Opera) and CRS (Valhalla), ensuring data synchronization.
Navigate through multiple applications at a time to troubleshoot issues, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining an emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction.
Recognized by Accenture Infrastructure Outsourcing for earning QIP (quality integration program) for the client of Starwood.
IT Hotel Support Specialist
Comsys, A Manpower Group
San Antonio, TX
09.2009 - 02.2014
Assisted Starwood Hotels and Resorts guests via Accenture service desk, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Resolved account, reservation, and access issues using company support systems.
Monitored and recorded incidents and requests in ticketing platform to maintain service quality.
Coordinated with hotel teams and technical staff on escalated cases.
Executed daily tasks on Starwood service desk account to ensure seamless operations.
Reservations Manager - Group Liaison
Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts
San Antonio, TX
10.2008 - 09.2009
Facilitated communication between sales, convention services, and front office operations, entering all individual, group, VIP, and LNR reservations to enhance collaboration.
Coordinated with sales and front desk to streamline booking processes.
Analyzed booking trends to guide inventory management decisions.
Processed third party billing and managed incoming reservations on a multi-line phone while balancing PMS and reservations systems daily.
Utilized Holdex and Opera computer software to keep accurate records of revenue and booking levels.
Lead Reservationist handled all reservation errors and or complaints.
Assisted guests daily, providing exceptional service and effective problem- solving.
Conducted regular meetings with the team of reservation agents to discuss performance.
Group Liaison
El Tropicano Holiday Inn
San Antonio, TX
03.2007 - 10.2008
Interacted daily with sales, convention housing bureau, group leaders, and front office to ensure effective management of group and convention blocks.
Coordinated communication among guests, departments, and hotel management at El Tropicano Holiday Inn to enhance service delivery.
Scheduled meetings and coordinated event details with banquet and sales departments.
Oversaw and organized reservations to ensure smooth guest check-in and accommodation. on a multiline phone.
Set up Direct Billing Master Accounts and routing for all groups
Ensure all incoming groups, individual reservations are entered correctly.
Arranged guest requests, special services, and room needs with front desk staff.
Sales Administrative Assistant/Group Coordinator
Holiday Inn Select
San Antonio, TX
07.2000 - 03.2007
Worked directly with the Director of Sales, Director of Catering and all Sales Managers.
Prepared Sales Team reports for hotel resumé meetings. Liaison between the Sales Team, F&B and Front Office Operations.
Handled sales correspondence for guest inquiries and events, enhancing communication for Holiday Inn Select.
Arranged and confirmed sales appointments for the hotel team and maintained executive calendars for hotel team.
Assisted sales managers with reports, presentations, and follow-up mailings.
Supported guest room blocks and reservation details for corporate groups.
Verified event charges and directed charges to the finance department.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology, Anatomy, Pathology And Health Hygiene
Academy For Massage Training Therapy
San Antonio, TX
03-2012
High School Diploma -
Ralls High School
Ralls, TX
05-1998
Skills
Fraud investigation
Application Support
Technical support
Customer service
Customer inquiries
Client communication
Handling customer inquiries
Client verification
Account monitoring
Transaction monitoring
Fraud reporting
Massage therapy
Data analysis
Risk assessments
Problem resolution
Help Desk
Customer support ticket management
Report writing
Incident reporting
Crisis management
Data entry
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Google Workspace
Microsoft Teams
SharePoint
ServiceNow
Network Support
Computer networking
Windows
Linux
LAN
WAN
AWS
HTML
Desktop applications
Productivity software
Technical skills
Software Troubleshooting
Computer operation
Computer literacy
Computer skills
Typing
Faxing
Photocopying
Scanning
File organization
Filing
Organizational skills
Administrative expertise
Office equipment routine maintenance
Research
Attention to detail
Active learning
Multitasking
Task prioritization
Executive administrative support
Retail administration
Finance administration
Client outreach
Order assistance
Greeting customers
Phone answering
Cold calling
Face-to-face communication
Client assessment
Client engagement
Customer interactions
Complaint resolution
Stress management
Active listening
Basic math
Analysis skills
Report preparation
Presentation software
Shipping & receiving
Inventory control
Managing customer accounts
Account management
Account reconciliation
Presentation software
TMX
Data analysis
Technology administration
Digestive system
Circulatory system
Musculoskeletal system
Massage therapy
Trigger point therapy
Cash handling
Phone communication
Communication skills
Schedule management
Stress management
TMX
Communication skills
Cash handling
Client engagement
Client assessment
WAN
Records management
Scanning
Fraud
Filing
Customer retention
Linux
Computer operation
Microsoft Access
Productivity software
Report preparation
Confidential information handling
Schedule management
Active listening
Ethernet
Personal Information
Driving License: Driver's License
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Massage Therapy License
CPR Certification
AED Certification
Bloodborne Pathogens Certification
First Aid Certification
Driver's License
Timeline
Electronic Fraud Analyst
Citibank
09.2022 - 11.2025
Credit Card & Client Services
Kohl's Operations Center
01.2020 - 09.2022
Application Support Analyst
TEKsystems Inc. For Marriott International
06.2019 - 12.2019
IT Hotel Support Specialist
Accenture, LLC for Starwood Hotels and Resorts
02.2014 - 03.2019
IT Hotel Support Specialist
Comsys, A Manpower Group
09.2009 - 02.2014
Reservations Manager - Group Liaison
Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts
10.2008 - 09.2009
Group Liaison
El Tropicano Holiday Inn
03.2007 - 10.2008
Sales Administrative Assistant/Group Coordinator
Holiday Inn Select
07.2000 - 03.2007
Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology, Anatomy, Pathology And Health Hygiene