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Sherry Williams Beck

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Skilled Front office Specialist focused on customer success through effective use of comunication, listening and understanding abilities. Top-notch communicator with excellent time management, administrative and customer service skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Tommy Hilfiger Specialist

Parians

Receptionist

AHC Knoxville/Shannondale Healthcare
06.2020 - Current
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • 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.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
  • Maintained visitor log for entering and leaving facility for security purposes.
  • Helped maintain office security by monitoring visitor access and issuing badges.
  • Reduced waiting times for visitors by implementing more efficient check-in process.
  • Enhanced accuracy of record-keeping with diligent maintenance of logs and records.

Front Office Receptionist

Interstate Mechcanical
08.2011 - 06.2018
  • Reduced wait times for callers, promptly answering phone lines and directing calls as needed.
  • Maintained clean reception area to promote positive, professional environment for clients.
  • Ensured a welcoming atmosphere for guests with efficient check-in and check-out procedures.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism while handling sensitive customer information, ensuring privacy and confidentiality.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Collaborated with team members for smooth workflow, supporting colleagues during peak hours or absences.
  • Contributed to the company''s positive image by consistently delivering exceptional service to clients and visitors.

Front Office Executive

Wallace and Wallace Coldwell Banker Real Estate
06.1997 - 07.2011
  • Maintained strict compliance with security protocols while managing sensitive guest information confidentially and securely.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction with prompt attention to inquiries and professional communication skills.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping staff to ensure timely room turnovers, resulting in improved guest experience.
  • Assisted in training new front office team members, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Managed high call volumes, directing callers to appropriate departments or handling inquiries as needed.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving issues promptly and effectively for satisfied guests.
  • Maintained office machines and equipment within budgets and contacted outside repair personnel to avoid productivity interruptions.
  • Worked closely with sales teams on promotional activities aimed at increasing hotel bookings during low occupancy periods.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Scheduled meetings, coordinated with invitees and organized logistics, technology and refreshments for executive management and customers.
  • Requested, reviewed, processed and distributed status reports from various team members to executive management according to established workflow processes.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

Real Estate Agent

Hammontree Realty
01.1995 - 05.1997

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
1969

Skills

  • Organization skills
  • Telephone skills
  • Data Entry
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Customer/Client relations
  • Scheduling
  • Greeting and Seating Clients
  • Data inputting
  • Office Administration

Timeline

Receptionist

AHC Knoxville/Shannondale Healthcare
06.2020 - Current

Front Office Receptionist

Interstate Mechcanical
08.2011 - 06.2018

Front Office Executive

Wallace and Wallace Coldwell Banker Real Estate
06.1997 - 07.2011

Real Estate Agent

Hammontree Realty
01.1995 - 05.1997

Tommy Hilfiger Specialist

Parians

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Sherry Williams Beck