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Customer Service Manager

Location:
Huachuca City, AZ, 85616
Posted:
August 06, 2011

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LaRENA ALLEN-MOUNTJOY

P.O. Box ****, Huachuca City, AZ 85616, 480-***-****

Email: abg1rs@r.postjobfree.com

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

. Highly effective in the execution of organization, documentation,

and follow through

. Excellent ability to self direct and problem solving

. Effective team member who is comfortable with leading or

collaborating

. Extremely focused, goal-oriented, organized and detailed with a

commitment to excellence

. Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills

. Experienced in public speaking, lecture, and training

. Ability to lead, direct and develop a large/small staff

. Skill in handling sensitive issues with a focus in creative problem

solving

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2010 to Present - Role Player, Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc., Sierra

Vista, AZ (Current: DOD Secret Clearance)

Provide acting services for US Army training effort during regularly

scheduled training exercises. Portray human and counter intelligence

sources in a variety of role-playing scenarios in diversified settings and

environments, such as practical, situational, and field training exercises

and tests. Memorize critical data and, convey information and data.

2009 to Present - Surveillance, EKS Group, LLC, Sierra Vista, AZ (Current:

DOD Secret Clearance)

Provide Surveillance services for US Army training effort by providing

a variety of surveillance scenarios in diversified settings and

environments. Position requires extensive communication abilities,

minute to minute adaptation and execution, documentation, reporting,

and functionality within a team setting.

2007 to Present - Editor/ Owner, Sonoran Spotlight Magazine, Mesa, AZ

Responsible for all functions of Editor that include all

communications and operations relating to: clients, writers,

photographers, designers, publications, and distribution. Developed

Media Kit and sales packages. Maintaining and overseeing writer

deadlines, editorial calendar, pagination, all contents and overall

approval of design of monthly magazine. I work closely with Sales Team

to promote clear communication and quality customer service. Directing

and organizing special events and business networking meetings.

2005 to 2007 -Marketing and Sales/Global Bookkeeping and Accounting LLC,

Mesa, AZ

Responsible for all Marketing and New Sales, that included promoting

and marketing a new bookkeeping company in all venues to include;

print, web design and coordination, special events, public speaking,

radio, networking television, local news, holding educational classes

and networking. Sales responsibilities that included seeking and

coordinating meetings with potential clients and finding and

developing CPA relationships and referrals. Monitoring overall

customer satisfaction and communications. Branded business as a

global leader in new bookkeeping technology and proficiency and

secured over 100 clients first year.

2002 to 2005 - Office Manager/Dean D. Ettinger M.D., P.C., Sierra Vista, AZ

Responsible for coordinating and supervising all office procedures and

staff. Proficient in all front office positions such as receptionist,

scheduling, filing and referrals. Responsible for all hiring and

training of front office personnel. Developed and implemented office

wide Policy and Procedures Manuel. Implemented positive changes in

operational functions and organizational systems due to growth and/or

necessity. Managed coding, billing, accounts receivable and monthly

reports. Responsible for all typed correspondence, office procedures

and creating and maintaining patient and staff educational materials.

2001 to 2002 - Director of Customer Service/O Premium Waters, Mesa, AZ

Responsible for developing start-up company Customer Service and Data

Entry Departments. New customer base expanded to over 8,000 within

first year of operation. Coordinated the hiring and training of

effective and capable Customer Service and Data Entry Personnel, and

developed all policy and procedures and reporting mechanisms for these

departments. Also, trained, coached and communicated to all management

in all areas of operation based on Customer Service feedback and

system errors detected with customer accounts. Developed a

functioning call center atmosphere with total Customer Service

Satisfaction quality controls. Worked with various customized and

commercial computer programs to include; RAM, Telemagic, and Nextel

systems.

1999 to 2001 - Data Controller-Supervisor/Insights & Solutions, Inc.,

Phoenix, AZ

Responsible for all systems daily data transmissions and programs

relating to data assimilation. Working with various customized and

commercial computer programs to include; Access, K-Edit, Winquery,

Passport, Accumail, CI3 Cati System, Excel, and MSDOS. Documentation,

transfer and correspondence of data to all departments for daily

communications and cass-certifications. Monthly data and material

production reporting and billing information. Implement changes in

operational functions and organizational systems for reporting and

consulting with all clients. Major clients include; Nissan, Infiniti,

Qwest, and Beazer Homes.

LaRENA MOUNTJOY - Resume Continued

1996 to 1999 - Manager of Administration-Communications/VM Management,

Phoenix, AZ

Responsible for all functions of managing the resources and developing

operational programs and funding activities for a $1.2 million charter

school located on five campuses. Areas of responsibility include;

developing resources for current needs and future development,

marketing to secure 100% enrollment/ all fundraising activities/

community support, Communications Chair for all Boards/ parent

committees/ school newsletter/ staff and school wide activities,

administer staff management, records and reporting systems, managing

and implementing multiple staff schedules, creation and implementation

of policies and procedures, systems and training, developing and

marketing school wide Summer Program. Implement changes in

operational functions and organizational business systems to realize

financial stability and accommodate growth successfully. Other duties

and responsibilities include; Secretary for the Villa Montessori Inc.

Board, Secretary for the Charter Advisory Board, Management Office

Representative for the School Administrative Team, Member of the

Management Team, Front Office Supervisor, and Human Resource

Administrator.

1994 to 1996 - Executive Assistant/Arizona Biltmore Estates Homeowners

Assoc., Phoenix, AZ

Assisted ABEVA's Director in all capacities and committees as directed

or needed. Coordinated and maintained quality office and clerical

responsibilities and customer correspondence to include all marketing

needs. Also responsible for supporting accounting activities which

included A/P, A/R and deposits. Prepared budget reports and

spreadsheets. Responsible for automation and upgrading of records,

computer programs and phone systems. I was the key contact for ABEVA

Homeowners Association and liaison to the Board of Directors, Sub

Associations, and public.

1993 to1994 - Coordinator, Desert Jewel Destinations/Arizona Biltmore

Hotel, Phoenix, AZ

Responsible for creating, promoting, and successfully operating

Westins first on-site Destinations Management Company. Office

coordination of clerical and administrative practices, records

keeping, invoicing, and revenue summary reports. Responsible for

client and vendor correspondence, formatting developing and executing

all activities. Served as host and main contact from introduction,

proposals, contracts, planning and negotiating, agreements and

confirmations, feedback and follow-up. Customer service oriented,

demonstrated and maintained a comprehensive service model that

exemplified the established goals and standards.

1980 to 1993 - Facilities Coordinator-Conference Planner/Saint Alphonsus

RMC, Boise, ID

Coordinated all meeting schedules, service and billing. Introduced

and implemented a computer scheduling system that improved

productivity and customer satisfaction by 70%. Coordinated and

conducted New Employee Orientation on a monthly basis. Organized and

conducted AMA certified CPR training. JCAHO Safety Training Planner

and Coordinator, and Team Leader of Facilities Quality Action Team.

Neurological Unit Clerk/Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center,

Boise, ID

Charting and expediting patient care orders as dictated. Maintained

an efficient work flow and communication between Doctor, Nurse and

Patient. Gained insightful knowledge of continuous patient care for

post ER and elective procedure patient admissions.

Emergency-Outpatient Registration/Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical

Center, Boise, ID

Lead registrar, coordinated lab/ER registration and in-house

admissions. Coordinated patient accounts and billing.

SKILLS

Hardware/Software: Extensive experience (PC) and proficiency in a wide

variety of high tech software programs including, Windows Vista; MS

Works, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS PowerPoint, Adobe Master

Program, QuickBooks Pro, Publisher 97, 10-Key, Internet. And other

specialized programs as dictated by position and profession.

EDUCATION

2009 Cochise College - Business

2002 GPA 4.0 Mesa Community College - Bookkeeping, Spanish

1989 GPA 3.5 Boise State University - Communications

1979 Diploma ITT School of Business - Executive Secretarial

1978 Diploma Emmett High School - General Studies, Band, Choir

ASSOCIATIONS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Arizona Small Business Association: Advocate of the Year 2007-2008

Mesa Chamber of Commerce: Ambassador Chair 2007 - 2008

The Art of Networking: Host 2006 - 2008

Toast Masters 1998

Certified CPR Instructor 1990 - 1993

IM Modeling Diploma 1986

Appointed Commission as Notary Public in the State of Arizona

LaRENA MOUNTJOY - Resume Continued

Contact and References

09/10 - Present, Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.

500 E. Fry Blvd, Ste L3, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

520-***-****

Position: Role Player

Contact: Bertha Helton, Coordinator

11/09 - Present, EKS Group, LLC.

156 S, 2nd St, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

520-***-****

Position: Surveillance

Contact: Crystle Allard, Operations Manager

02/05 - 12/07, Global Bookkeeping and Accounting, LLC

6136 E. Brown Rd., Ste 101, Mesa, AZ 85205

480-***-****

Position: Marketing & Sales Manager

Business: Bookkeeping

Contact: Laura Shepherd, Owner

02/03- 02/05, Dean D. Ettinger M.D., P.C.

155 Calle Portal, Suite 200, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

520-***-****

Position: Officer Manager

Business: Pediatrician

Contact: Dean D. Ettinger M.D., P.C.

06/01 - 08/02, O Premium Waters

1740 W. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ 85202

480-***-****

Position: Director of Customer Service

Business: Water Bottling and Distribution

Contact: Frank Leonesio, President

07/99 - 05/01, Insights & Solutions, Inc.

8010 E. McDowell Rd., Ste. 213, Scottsdale, AZ 85257

480-***-****

Position: Data Controller/Supervisor

Business: Information-based consulting company and full-service marketing

research

Contact: Bill Gutkowski, Vice President

11/96 - 06/99, VM Management

4535 N. 28th St., Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-***-****

Position: Manager of Administration

Business: Business and Charter School Management and Development

Contact: Gerald Burbach, CEO

06/94 - 10/96, Arizona Biltmore Estates Village Association

2400 E. Arizona Biltmore Circle, Suite #1340, Phoenix, AZ 85016

602-***-****

Position: Executive Assistant

Business: Master Homeowners Association

Contact: Nancy Tucker, Director

02/93 - 06/94, Arizona Biltmore Hotel

24th Street & Missouri, Phoenix, AZ 85016

602-***-****

Position: Coordinator, Desert Jewel Destinations

Business: Destination Management and Special Activities Coordination

Contact: Laurie Thornely, Director

05/80 - 01/93, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center 1055 N. Curtis Rd.,

Boise, ID

Position: 1987 -1993 Facilities Coordinator / Conference Planner

1987. Neurological Unit Clerk 208-***-****

1980-1985 Emergency/Out Patient Registration

Business: Regional Medical Center and Hospital

Contact: Evy Jenkins, Secretary to the President and CEO



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