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Vanessa Williams

Johnstown,CO

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in customer service and document control, notably at Time Warner Cable. Excelled in building rapport and employing analytical thinking to enhance client satisfaction and streamline operations. Achieved a substantial increase in profit margins through strategic negotiations and effective communication. Skilled in Microsoft Office and adept at multitasking.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Life Insurance Agent

American Income Life
Johnstown, CO
01.2025 - Current
  • Offered policy guidance and management to promote asset protection.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods.
  • Communicated with clients to understand needs and identify best policies for each case.
  • Interviewed prospective clients to obtain data about financial resources and needs.
  • Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.

Realtor

LoKation Real Estate
Johnstown, CO
11.2023 - Current
  • Communicated with clients to determine property needs and budget constraints.
  • Prepared and delivered sales presentations.
  • Provided client guidance regarding market conditions, mortgage options, and legal requirements.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Plasma Center Technician

Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Longmont, CO
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Reviewed donor files for accuracy and completeness prior to donation process.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was completed correctly prior to releasing a donor from the center.
  • Adhered strictly to all HIPAA regulations when dealing with confidential patient information.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Delivery Driver

DoorDash / UberEATS
Fort Collins, CO
07.2021 - 11.2024
  • Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Presented order bills and collected payments for deliveries.
  • Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
  • Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.

Substitute

ESS
Fort Collins, CO
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Adhered strictly to confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information related to student records.
  • Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior and performance.
  • Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
  • Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.

Paraprofessional

Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee, WI
12.2019 - 03.2021
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
  • Recorded and maintained accurate student records and progress reports.
  • Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
  • Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.

Resident Assistant

Volunteers of America
Milwaukee, WI
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Assisted with the evaluation and revision of residence life policies to enhance student living experience.
  • Facilitated bereavement groups and provided counseling and emotional support to help residents cope with loss.
  • Promoted diversity awareness by creating informative bulletin boards or hosting special events addressing relevant issues.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Maintained accurate records of incidents that occurred in the residence hall.

Owner

Beyond Mink Hair Extensions
Omaha, NE
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
  • Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.

Customer Service Representative

Time Warner Cable
Appleton, WI
08.2015 - 12.2015
  • Answered customer inquiries via phone, email, and chat.
  • Utilized job-related software to prepare change of address records and issue service discontinuance orders.
  • Updated system with order specifics and customer details, preferences, and billing information.
  • Updated databases with new and modified customer data.
  • Conducted regular follow-up calls with customers after resolving their issues.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism when dealing with difficult customers.

Residential Care Worker

Phoenix Care Systems
Milwaukee, WI
06.2008 - 08.2010
  • Developed individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident.
  • Provided companionship by engaging in conversations and listening attentively.
  • Managed medication administration according to protocol.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving residents or visitors.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Public Service

Concordia University-Wisconsin
Mequon, WI
02-2027

Associate - Business and Management

Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI
12.2014

Skills

  • Complaint resolution
  • Document control
  • Information security
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Customer service
  • Building rapport
  • Multitasking
  • Microsoft office
  • Analytical and critical thinking

Certification

  • Colorado Life and Health Insurance License 01/2025
  • West Virginia Life and Health Insurance License 02/2025
  • North Carolina Real Estate License 12/01/2024
  • Colorado Real Estate License 11/01/2023

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Independent Life Insurance Agent

American Income Life
01.2025 - Current

Plasma Center Technician

Takeda Pharmaceuticals
09.2024 - 11.2024

Substitute

ESS
05.2024 - 09.2024

Realtor

LoKation Real Estate
11.2023 - Current

Delivery Driver

DoorDash / UberEATS
07.2021 - 11.2024

Paraprofessional

Milwaukee Public Schools
12.2019 - 03.2021

Resident Assistant

Volunteers of America
09.2019 - 12.2019

Owner

Beyond Mink Hair Extensions
09.2018 - 09.2019

Customer Service Representative

Time Warner Cable
08.2015 - 12.2015

Residential Care Worker

Phoenix Care Systems
06.2008 - 08.2010

Bachelor's degree - Public Service

Concordia University-Wisconsin

Associate - Business and Management

Cardinal Stritch University
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