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Elizabeth Cairns

Results Driven and Customer Focused professional with proven track record.

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 Proven Track Record: With a background in establishing clear client retention goals, I have a proven track record of driving customer success. My previous roles have involved successfully retaining clients through strategic planning and execution.  Process-Oriented Approach: My ability to process milestones for both clients and employees ensures that everyone is aligned toward common objectives. I thrive in creating structured frameworks that guide individuals and teams toward success, contributing to overall organizational efficiency.  Technical Proficiency: Having assisted customers in setting up and navigating various programs and software, I am comfortable with technology and possess the technical skills necessary to address client needs. This proficiency enables me to provide effective solutions and support.  Sales and Brand Promotion: My experience includes effectively promoting product value and upselling services while maintaining the brand image. I understand the importance of aligning sales strategies with the overall brand message, contributing to a cohesive and compelling customer experience.  Customer-Centric Approach: I am dedicated to promoting value through an exceptional customer experience. I believe in building strong, lasting relationships with clients by understanding their unique requirements and delivering tailored solutions that go beyond expectations.  Training and Improvement Initiatives: Having actively participated in creating training courses and educational materials, I bring a proactive approach to employee and client empowerment. My commitment to continuous improvement is evident in my efforts to review and address customer complaints, ensuring a positive customer journey.  Skilled in acknowledging and resolving customer complaints, ensuring customer satisfaction.  Proficient in processing orders, forms, applications, and requests with attention to detail.  Experienced in keeping accurate records of customer interactions, transactions, comments, and complaints.  Effective communication and coordination with colleagues to enhance customer service processes.  Capable of managing a team of junior customer service representatives, fostering a collaborative environment.  Strong commitment to ensuring customer satisfaction and delivering professional customer support.  Ability to stay calm and composed when dealing with stressed or upset customers.  Comfortable and proficient in using computers, with prior experience in customer support roles.  Received over 100 5 – Star Trip advisor posts, in which specifically mentioned my name  Awarded and nominated for over 10 company awards
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Sandestin Investments, LLC
Jan 2012 – Sep 2018
Sandestin, Florida
Senior Front Office Manager
• Directly managed daily operations of front desk, PBX, guest services and valet for 2400-acre property, 1400 rental units. • Oversaw a staff 5 managers, 20-30-line employees, up to ten J1 students • Directed reservations, arrivals, and events for over 100 group blocks of 100-1500 including weddings. • Maintained high levels of engagement with 60+ customers a day by maintaining a confident and energetic demeaner ensuring excellent customer relationships. • Effectively delivered directions with staff throughout 3 separate locations with resort at a consistent 90-100% occupancy rate • Anticipated potential concerns within daily operations and pursue problem resolution. • Attended Pre-Con meetings groups and coordinated with meeting planners to ensure the conference was a success. • Commenced “Management in Training” Program and successfully guided two employees through completion, resulting in entry-level management roles. • Developed expense management controls, creating a budget reduction in customer redemption costs of 25%. • Implemented virtual tracking system using Google Forms which enabled responsive tracking and sped response times by 50%; and offered data to anticipate future guest needs. • Tracked guest satisfaction surveys and maximized usage of the guest response tracking system which led to service scores improving by 10% for the quarter. • Accomplished financial objectives monthly budget (multi-department), analyzing variances, and initiating corrective action. • Successfully implemented budget improvements resort-wide with conception of a loyalty program that I executed within a two-month deadline, resort-wide. Success Examples:  Received over 100 5 – Star Trip advisor posts, in which specifically mentioned my name.  Awarded and nominated for over 10 company awards.