Accomplished Tech Support Leader with 28+ years in online technical support, fraud prevention, and collections. Resolved 200+ technical inquiries daily with a 95% resolution rate and decreased fraud cases by 25%. Led fraud and collections teams to recover 10% more outstanding payments while ensuring strict policy compliance. Identified and addressed fraudulent activities, cutting losses by 15%. Streamlined processes to enhance team performance, reduce troubleshooting time by 20%, and improve service delivery.
Overview
15
15
years of post-secondary education
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Representative
XPO Logistics
Chicago Heights, Illinois
12.2025 - 01.2026
Assisted customers with inquiries and resolved product-related issues.
Managed order processing and shipment tracking for timely delivery.
Collaborated with team members to improve service efficiency.
Provided product information and recommendations to enhance customer satisfaction.
Trained new staff on customer service protocols and procedures.
Handled escalated complaints with professionalism and empathy.
Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments, and provided payment option setup assistance.
Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.
Gathered customer feedback through surveys and used the data to improve customer service.
Identified areas of improvement in customer service processes and suggested changes accordingly.
Developed positive relationships with customers through friendly interactions.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
Identified opportunities for upselling additional products or services based on customer needs.
Implemented innovative methods for streamlining the customer service process.
Conducted regular follow-up calls with customers after resolving their issues.
Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
Collected deposits or payments and arranged for billing.
Enhanced productivity and customer service levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
Adjusted bills and refunded money to resolve customers' service or billing complaints.
Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management and order calls.
Improved product knowledge on continuous basis to provide optimal service and achieve sales quotas.
Strengthened customer retention by offering discount options.
Mentored junior team members and managed employee relationships.
Provided top quality control and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
Increased customer satisfaction ratings by effectively answering questions, suggesting effective solutions, and resolving issues quickly.
Excelled in exceeding daily credit card application goals.
Credit Card Collection Agent
Chase Bank
Elgin, IL
07.2025 - 09.2025
Contacting JP Morgan Chase customers and offer options for repayment.
Tech Champion II / Chat Tech Support / Social Media Analyst
Verizon Wireless
09.2004 - 10.2024
Rectified 200+ complex technical inquiries daily through chat and social media, reducing escalations by 30% within a year.
Delivered expert troubleshooting for fleet management systems, improving customer satisfaction by 25% as measured by post-interaction surveys.
Achieved a 95% resolution rate on technical inquiries, surpassing team targets by 10% through efficient issue resolution.
Collaborated with product and development teams on 15+ service enhancements, driving a 15% increase in customer retention and a 7% decrease in churn.
Identified and addressed recurring technical issues, cutting troubleshooting time by 20% and enhancing team efficiency.
Mentored and trained 5 new team members, elevating team performance with a 25% improvement in individual resolution rates within 3 months.
Collections Customer Service Representative
HSBC / Household Finance
Wood Dale, IL
03.2004 - 09.2004
Accounts Receivable Analyst / Lead Personal Assistant
Ameritech / AT&T
03.1996 - 01.2004
Spearheaded troubleshooting efforts during 10+ product launches, ensuring 90%+ product rollout success and minimizing support inquiries.
Analyzed customer feedback from messaging and social platforms, leading to actionable insights that resulted in a 10% increase in first-contact resolution.
Negotiated customized payment plans with customers, increasing on-time payments by 15% and reducing outstanding balances by 10% within the first quarter.
Remedied discrepancies in over 100 customer accounts, decreasing complaints by 20% and improving customer satisfaction.
Ensured compliance with internal policies by maintaining accurate records of 300+ customer interactions and payment arrangements.
Addressed and tackled issues promptly, achieving a 90% customer satisfaction rate, surpassing department goals by 5%.
Reduced delinquent accounts by 10% by effectively tracking and managing overdue balances.
Streamlined dispute resolution processes with cross-functional teams, cutting resolution time by 12% and improving customer retention.
Increased departmental efficiency by 15% through recommendations for process improvements, reducing call time and improving collection rates.
Managed a portfolio of 500+ client accounts, improving cash flow by 12% and ensuring timely payment collection.
Streamlined financial processes, reducing payment processing time by 15% and accelerating cash flow.
Led a team of 10+ staff members, improving interdepartmental communication and boosting operational efficiency by 10%.
Created and solved actionable financial reports, improving decision-making accuracy by 18% and supporting long-term business strategies.
Sustained 100% compliance with company policies while maintaining accurate records for 500+ accounts, reducing audit discrepancies by 5%.
Determined and implemented process improvements, decreasing data entry errors by 20% and enhancing financial reporting accuracy.
Played a key role in the smooth transition to a new billing system, improving billing accuracy by 30% post-launch.
Education
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Triton College
09.1988 - 05.2003
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
QuickBooks
Zendesk
Salesforce
Google Workspace
JIRA
ServiceNow
Slack
Tableau
Trello
Intercom
Sprinklr
Technical Support Expertise
Fraud Prevention Strategies
Stakeholder Engagement
Fleet Management Solutions
Customer Retention Focus
Social Media Management
Team Development Strategies
Payment Recovery Solutions
Process Optimization
Strategic Planning and Execution
Product Launch Support
Data Analysis & Reporting
Order processing
Customer relationship management
Product knowledge
Payment processing
Technical support
Complaint resolution
Service efficiency improvement
Upselling techniques
Team collaboration
Effective communication
Conflict management
Problem solving
Time management
Staff training
Information security
Order fulfillment
Strategic sales
Shipping and logistics
Microsoft office expertise
Follow-up skills
Customer relationship management (CRM)
Appointment scheduling
Account updating
Service standard compliance
Computer proficiency
Credit card payment processing
Conflict resolution
Punctuality and reliability
Scheduling
Microsoft Excel
Building rapport
Banking operations support
High-energy attitude
Call center procedures
Quality assurance controls
Product and service solutions
Call center experience
Typing proficiency
Account management
Professional telephone demeanor
Team development
Strong teamwork
Grammar
Opening and closing accounts
De-escalation techniques
Calm demeanor
Area Of Expertise
Technical Support Expertise
Fraud Prevention Strategies
Stakeholder Engagement
Fleet Management Solutions
Customer Retention Focus
Social Media Management
Team Development Strategies
Payment Recovery Solutions
Process Optimization
Strategic Planning and Execution
Product Launch Support
Data Analysis & Reporting
Timeline
Customer Service Representative
XPO Logistics
12.2025 - 01.2026
Credit Card Collection Agent
Chase Bank
07.2025 - 09.2025
Tech Champion II / Chat Tech Support / Social Media Analyst
Verizon Wireless
09.2004 - 10.2024
Collections Customer Service Representative
HSBC / Household Finance
03.2004 - 09.2004
Accounts Receivable Analyst / Lead Personal Assistant