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Yvonne Taylor

Lake Stevens,WA

Summary

Dynamic business leader with proven success at N2 Publishing, and Penguin Windows. Extensive sales experience and also specializing in financial management and customer relationship development. Achieved significant revenue through effective contract negotiation and optimized business processes, enhancing service excellence. Skilled in fostering high-performing teams and delivering exceptional client experiences, driving repeat business and referrals.

Overview

24
years of professional experience

Work History

N2 Publishing

Owner/Editor-in-Chief
01.2014 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Managed day-to-day business operations, including advertising sales, content and event coordination.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.

Loan Goddess Consoluting, LLC

Owner/Finance Officer
10.2011 - 11.2013

Job overview

  • Managed day-to-day business operations, including setting up relationships with professional home improvement companies and getting their portfolio created and approved with banking vendors in unsecured, secured and refinance loans.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all loan stipulations were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Negotiated contracts with lenders for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
  • Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist sales team members and administers and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.

Penguin Windows & Home Improvement

Finance Manager
04.1996 - 10.2011

Job overview

  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
  • Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement by training team members on financial best practices and software enhancements.
  • Improved forecasting accuracy, allowing company to make proactive adjustments with strategic initiatives.
  • Negotiated with suppliers to improve payment terms, enhancing cash flow management.
  • Led negotiations for major contracts, achieving favorable terms and significant cost savings.
  • Delivered comprehensive financial training programs for the sales team and managers enhancing cross-functional understanding and collaboration.
  • Established robust financial controls and policies, significantly reducing risk of fraud and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
  • Set up relationships with lending institutions and business administration to secure financed financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.

Education

Everett Community College
Everett, WA

Associate Business Certificate from Business Administration And Management
05-1986

University Overview

Certified in all business administration and machines.

HR certificate

Professional training on working with people and to trouble shoot problems.


North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC

Associate of Arts
06-1981

Skills

  • Business Process Optimization
  • Financial management
  • Customer Relationship Development
  • Effective Team Leadership
  • Coordinated Event Execution
  • Service Excellence
  • Policy Compliance Expertise
  • Resolution Facilitation
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Streamlined Business Processes
  • Effective Relationship Building
  • Clear Communication Abilities
  • Business management
  • Digital Marketing
  • Proficient in Contract Negotiation
  • Advertising Revenue Generation

Timeline

Owner/Editor-in-Chief

N2 Publishing
01.2014 - 03.2020

Owner/Finance Officer

Loan Goddess Consoluting, LLC
10.2011 - 11.2013

Finance Manager

Penguin Windows & Home Improvement
04.1996 - 10.2011

Everett Community College

Associate Business Certificate from Business Administration And Management

North Carolina A&T State University

Associate of Arts
Yvonne Taylor