February 2013 - Present
Nashville, TN
As head of 100 specialists across 5 departments, I improved:
Improved detail and scope of data gathered through incident ticket creation.
Ticket creation raised 50%. Data points enhanced 300%.
Decreased average number of tickets open at a given time.
Average number of days open per ticket decreased 94% - from 11.63 days to 0.74 days.
Increased user-acceptance by improving support and creating streamlined communication.
End-user utilization increased by 75%.
Developed and deployed training, and created knowledge base for tech-specialists.
This increased confidence and competence, which resulted in greater consistency and accuracy.
Due to my communication, leadership and analytical thinking skills, I have continually been chosen for special projects which require high-level technical skills, analytical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability.
October 2007 - February 2013
Nashville, TN
Cross functional trainer.
Trained, delegated and led the team to maintain project quality, timeliness, and drive cost-savings.
Fall 2007 - Spring 2010
Fall 2000 - Spring 2002
Adaptability:
I look for the smarter solutions to problems and maintain my composure, even when faced with difficult situations.
Analytical Thinking:
Skilled at gathering and cleaning relevant data to identify patterns and present productive findings.
Collaboration:
I am a confident person, but I know that nobody has all the best answers. I am an excellent collaborator.
Communication:
Being a confident speaker and attentive listener has been invaluable for me as a trainer and leader.
Problem-Solving:
I have refined my problem-solving skills of research, analysis, creativity, and communication.
Creativity:
Creativity is a powerful tool that I utilize often. I redefined my team's troubleshooting process with great success.
Critical Thinking:
I objectively analyze data and observable phenomena to construct goals and re-evaluate processes.
Decision-Making:
When an opportunity arises, I gather and review the data, evaluate possiblities, and choose the logical solution.
Excel Proficiency:
I am highly skilled in Excel. I have created tools for UHC that save time and energy, as well as ensuring quality.
Innovation:
Creation and implementation of my quality-assurance tool reduced processor errors from 15% to 0%.
Leadership:
I have led 100 specialists across 5 departments to increased quality, productivity, and confidence.
Presentation Skills:
I am a confident and well-organized communicator. I have years of experience leading and presenting.
Quantitative Skills:
I acted on process gaps found through data analysis to improve quality, which led to increased user-acceptance.
Self-Motivated:
I have excelled in my career because of my drive and entrepreneurial spirit.
Strategic Thinking:
I analyze and evaluate departmental needs to construct goals and actions for my team.
Strong Work Ethic:
I am responsive, present at all times, and perform to the best of my ability. I've led my team by this example.
Technical Skills:
I lead a team of tech-support specialists and use Excel for extensive data analysis - pivot tables, charts, etc.
I received bonuses for programs and processes I created and implemented to generate and save the company $150,000+ monthly.
I received awards for redesigning and re-inventing the tech-specialist program in my organization.
I made the Dean's List each semester I attended Middle Tennessee State University. I graduated with a 3.7/4 GPA.
Dedication: I am a distance runner with multiple half and full marathons completed. I know the value of determination.
Work Ethic: As a musician, I understand that consistency and hard work are the cornerstones of great accomplishment.
Compassion: I've volunteered for 20 years at a week-long summer program for children. Giving back has always been important to me.
Film Sound: I am a film sound technician. I have worked on multiple video and film projects, some of which are award-winning.
Photography: I am the official photographer of the USA Traditional Taekwondo International Team.