PROFILE STATEMENT
Energetic and results driven professional with diverse experiences in
marketing, human resources, and operational based roles. Skilled in
building client relationships and possesses a high degree of motivation.
Proven ability to develop and implement strategies that support business
and financial objectives. Desires to utilize my bilingual skills and
additional core strengths within a position requiring extensive experience
in banking and/or financial services.
SKILLS SUMMARY
. Fluent English/Spanish bilingual skills . Well-verse in
partnering with varied management levels
. Strong Problem-Solving aptitude . Comfortable with
issue resolution & coaching
. Organizational/Project Management . Builds
Relationships/Manages Execution
WORK EXPERIENCE
Multicultural Marketing . U.S. Bank - U.S. Bank Plaza . Minneapolis,
Minnesota 2010 - Present Responsible to assist with
the development of multicultural segment marketing tactics on
multicultural campaign development and execution. Also, Interact with
product management, marketing, sponsorship, advertising agencies, and
other functional areas to continually position U.S. Bank to best serve
the needs of the multicultural customer and prospect base.
. Conducted qualitative and quantitative research to help guide new
creative efforts in different segments: Hispanic, Asian, African
American and other segments.
. Develop internal and external communication regarding
multicultural marketing activities
. Support Regional Marketing & Sponsorship managers on multicultural
ad requests/sponsorship requests
. Identify ways the multicultural team can increase sales growth.
. Increase involvement in media strategies and execution
Customer Service Manager . U.S. Bank - Grand Ave. Branch . Saint
Paul, Minnesota 2009 - 2010
Serves in a leadership capacity by managing the execution of core
Customer Service related functions via the supervision of six non-exempt
direct reports. Specific responsibilities centers on: driving hiring
decisions, completing administrative functions, conducting performance
evaluations, executing coaching/training, ensuring
operational/regulatory compliance activities are appropriately followed,
and resolving high-priority escalated customer inquiries as required.
Achieved both individual and leadership accomplishments while in this
role:
Leadership Achievements
. 50% of direct reports met and/or exceeded referrals goals in
Second Quarter 2010
. Successfully dealt with direct report turn-over by staffing
positions with new talent and driving training programs.
Individual Achievements
. Recognized with a Certificate of Accomplishment for loyalty score
during the First Quarter 2010
(Achieved perfect score of 70 points based on feedback via
customer surveys)
. Recognized as one of the "20 on the Rise" by the Hispanic Chamber
of Commerce in 2010
. Member of the U.S. Bank Multicultural Steering Committee 2010
. Operates in a volunteer capacity with local branch community
activities (i.e., financial literacy programs)
. Currently being interviewed about US Bank experience by both the
La Voz Latina Magazine and the St. Paul Voice Newspapers
Universal Banker . U.S. Bank - West St. Paul Branch . Saint Paul,
Minnesota 2007 - 2009
Actively completed sales and service related activities which included:
opening accounts, handling teller transactions; selling/cross-selling
bank products and services, and successfully resolving customer service
issues. Successfully and consistently demonstrated excellent customer
service:
. Ranked as #1 Universal Banker within West. St. Paul branch during
First & Second Quarter 2008 (ranking based on
individual points). Received the Star of Excellence in Third Quarter
2008.
. Achieved 70,000 points on performance review in January 2008
(position goal is 44,900). Also averaged 80,000 points and 100,000
points for position performance respectively, during First and Second
Quarter 2008.
. Recognized with a Certificate of Accomplishment for loyalty score
during the following timeframes:
(Achieved perfect score of 70 points based on feedback via
customer surveys)
. Second and Fourth Quarter 2009
. First, Second, and Third Quarter 2008
Associate Area Real Estate Manager . McDonald's Corporation .
Bloomington, Minnesota 2005 - 2007
Responsible for the property management process which involved
transactions on new properties, relocations, and property closures.
Also supported the regional site acquisition process by managing
projects and/or initiatives related to site development planning and the
development plan execution processes:
. Routinely partnered with Legal, Operations, and Store
Owner/Operators to ensure appropriate communication
and analysis of properties up for sell, condemnation, and/or
easement.
. Actively involved in critical client relationship management with
existing brokerage network, attorneys,
consultants, government agencies, and numerous entities engaged
during the acquisition process.
. Worked on key negotiation processes by reviewing market analysis
and site selection for optimal deals.
. Partnered with the Real Estate Manager to negotiate terms and
conditions of agreements.
Assistant Title Closer . Edina Realty Title . Edina, Minnesota
2004 - 2005
Served as bilingual customer support expert during the entire Title
Processing Process:
. Effectively provided English/Spanish translation services as
needed.
. Processed title settlements statements, and prepared closing
documents.
. Assisted Title Closers by preparing all documents required at
closing.
Marketing Assistant . Soderberg, Inc. . Saint Paul, Minnesota
2003 - 2004
Responsible for developing and managing marketing campaigns for the
eyewear wholesaler (lab and distributor):
. Used multiple marketing software applications and concepts to
develop national promotions.
. Incorporated direct mail marketing campaigns using Pitney-Bowes
systems.
. Supported both external client and internal sales teams with
critical marketing material.
. Partnered with vendors to manage accounts and collection of
vendor income or co-op funds.
Human Resources Assistant . Bailey Nurseries . Newport, Minnesota
2002 - 2003
Responsible for utilizing various Human Resource management tools and
software applications to
administer time records, wages, and multiple payroll related
decisions for approximately 700 employees:
. Effectively managed daily tasks for Human Resource group:
created/placed recruitment ads, provided
training, presentation, and coordination of seasonal events for
employees.
. Worked closely with Personnel Manager to perform hiring duties
and answer legal related questions.
. Created and placed recruitment ads within local newspapers and
employment agencies.
. Supported internal groups with English/Spanish translation
services for workers.
EDUCATION
. B.S., Marketing/Business Administration, 2002: University of
Wisconsin - River Falls
o University of Puerto Rico, 1998 - 1999
VOLUNTEERISM
. In 2013 raised over $10,000 for the American Heart
Association: Twin Cities Heart Walk