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Sam Thomas

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Results-driven customer relationship and operations professional with expertise in financial services and retail management. Built strong client relationships, drove customer retention, and improved operational efficiency in fast-paced environments. Experienced in account management, conflict resolution, and cross-functional collaboration, delivering strategic solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and business growth. Transitioning to Client Management to focus on client engagement and long-term partnership development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Relationship Manager II

Morgan Stanley
Alpharetta, Georgia
05.2022 - Current

• Built and maintained strong relationships with high-net-worth and institutional clients for exceptional experiences.

• Served as primary contact for client inquiries, account maintenance, and financial service support.

• Assisted clients with tailored banking, investment, and wealth management solutions.

• Collaborated with financial advisors and business partners to identify account growth opportunities.

• Monitored client accounts and transactions for accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.

• Analyzed financial data, client needs, and market trends to provide strategic recommendations.

• Supported onboarding processes, documentation, and compliance procedures per regulatory standards.

• Resolved complex client concerns using professionalism, discretion, and problem-solving skills.

Supervisor

Voice Systems Engineering
Langhorne, Pennsylvania
06.2018 - 08.2021
  • Created training materials to enhance staff knowledge and skills.
  • Led team meetings to identify and resolve goals, challenges, and solutions.
  • Coordinated project timelines and communicated updates to stakeholders.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
  • Tracked employee performance, attendance, and disciplinary actions to support management decisions.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided training support.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to review upcoming tasks and deadlines.
  • Implemented new operational procedures that increased overall efficiency.

Branch Teller

Police & Fire Credit Union
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
11.2017 - 12.2018

Ensured cash drawer integrity through regular balancing and reconciliation processes.

  • Secured sensitive financial information while ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Delivered comprehensive customer service by operating money counters, balancing and replenishing ATMs, and maintaining accounts to support customer needs.
  • Delivered exceptional service levels by remaining friendly and professional during transactions.
  • Cross-sold bank products by addressing inquiries and promoting new services and promotions to enhance customer engagement.

Retail Store Manager

Forever 21
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
01.2017 - 11.2017
  • Implemented campaigns and promotions to enhance product visibility and drive customer engagement.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
  • Balanced sales and reconciled cash to streamline opening and closing procedures.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Led training and mentoring for newly hired employees to ensure comprehensive understanding of company programs.
  • Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mantachie High School
Mantachie, MS
05-2011

Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS

Some College (No Degree) - Business and Marketing Management

Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS

Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Client Success & Retention

Account Management

Sales & Business Development

Onboarding Processes

Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Team Leadership & Staff Development

Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving

Affiliations

  • Volunteer, Hands On Atlanta - Atlanta, GA (2021-Present)
  • Volunteer, Habitat For Humanity - Atlanta, GA (2022-Present)
  • Volunteer, We Feed The Homeless - Philadelphia, PA (2017-2021)
  • Volunteer, ACCT Philly - Philadelphia, PA (2017-2021)

Accomplishments

  • Relationship Management Excellence Award, 2025 - Acknowledged for building and maintaining strong client relationships that contributed to business growth.
  • Client Excellence Recognition, 2023 - Recognized for delivering outstanding client support and maintaining high customer satisfaction scores.
  • Operational Achievement Award, 2021 - Recognized for improving operational efficiency, maintaining team performance standards, and ensuring smooth daily workflow execution.
  • Employee of the Month, 2019 - Awarded for strong leadership, consistent team support, and delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
  • Top Referral Performance Recognition, 2018 - Acknowledged for driving strong customer referrals through exceptional service and relationship-building skills.
  • Top Sales Performance Award, 2017 - Recognized for exceeding sales targets and driving store performance through leadership, merchandising, and customer engagement.

Timeline

Relationship Manager II

Morgan Stanley
05.2022 - Current

Supervisor

Voice Systems Engineering
06.2018 - 08.2021

Branch Teller

Police & Fire Credit Union
11.2017 - 12.2018

Retail Store Manager

Forever 21
01.2017 - 11.2017

High School Diploma -

Mantachie High School

Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology

Mississippi State University

Some College (No Degree) - Business and Marketing Management

Itawamba Community College
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