Catherine M. Udell
**** *** ******** **. #**** Elkridge, MD 21075
Cellular: 804-***-**** **************@*******.***
Career Objective
To secure a position in Human Resources that will benefit from my
exceptional customer service, ability to problem-solve, excellent
communication and organization skills while I pursue a master's degree in
Human Resource Management. I am looking for an environment that is
diverse, technologically advanced, and uses a proactive approach to
customer satisfaction.
Professional Background
Phi Sigma Sigma Fraternity Inc.
Elkridge, MD
August 2006-
Present
Membership Manager
. Mentor, train and oversee collegiate members in 40 chapters across the
country.
. Provide excellent customer service to volunteers at all levels of the
organization.
. Travel to chapters to assist with recruitment design and development
as well as train officers on chapter operations and officer duties.
. Instrumental in the development and implementation of an online
standards and accreditation program.
. Increase membership 30% since 2006 through my leadership, recruitment
training and guidance.
. Plan and execute leadership conferences and conventions for 300+
attendees and while ensuring budget is maintained.
. Develop and facilitate officer training at leadership conferences.
. Work with Awards and Standards committee to obtain sponsorships for
awards, to make decisions on awards won and presentation of awards at
convention.
. Plan, execute and budget for initiation and installation banquets for
new chapters.
. Develop relationship with Greek advisor and other University personnel
where chapters are located.
. Attend Association of Fraternity Advisors conference for educational
workshops, to develop relationships with other fraternity and sorority
headquarters staff as well as form relationships with Greek advisors
from across the country.
CTX Mortgage
Richmond, VA
Feb. 2005-August
2006
Mortgage Processor/Underwriter
. Prepared, assembled, and coordinated documentation for all aspects of
mortgage processing from origination through closing.
. Processed VHDA, FHA, VA and conventional loans.
. Underwrote DU/LP, CDU, VA, & FHA loans.
. Analyzed and reviewed all documents in loan packages for accuracy,
completion, and compliance to underwriting guidelines.
. Engaged in problem solving for loan issues with external customers as
well as for loan officers and underwriters.
LandAmerica Financial Group
Richmond, VA
June 2003 - Feb.
2005
Mortgage Processor
. Founding member of LandAmerica Mortgage Processing division.
. Tested software built specifically for LandAmerica for errors and gave
recommendations for changes.
. Assisted in the design and development of new hire and proprietary
software training manuals.
. Maintained world-class customer service with Loan officers, Borrowers,
Lenders, and other real estate providers.
. Prepared, assembled, and coordinated documentation for all aspects of
mortgage processing from origination through closing.
. Analyzed and review all documents in the loan package for accuracy,
completion, and compliance to underwriting guidelines.
SunCom - AT&T - (Triton PCS)
Richmond, VA
August 2000 - June
2003
Account Supervisor
. Founding member of Account Services (Retention) team
. Received inbound calls from customers requesting to close their
accounts
. Maintained the lowest lost save ratio of 11% for 3 years
. Increased saves from 100 in 2000 to 230 in 2003, which helped to keep
company churn below 2% for 14 quarters
America One Communications (Subsidiary of Capital One)
Richmond, VA
January 1998 -
August 2000
Customer Services Representative
. Provided exceptional customer service
. Mentored and trained new associates on job responsibilities
. Facilitated in the grand opening training of associates for the Tampa,
FL location
. Supervised associates in the absence of management, on daily roles and
responsibilities
Education
M.S., Management-Human Resources August 2010-
Present
University of Maryland University College, Adelphi, MD
B.S., Mass Communications Broadcasting ~ Minor - History
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA
Member of Phi Sigma Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
. Executive Board - President, Vice President, Member at Large, and
Membership Orientation Chair.
. Award for Greek Senior Woman of the Year - 1997
Member of Executive Board for Greek Council - Treasurer
New Student Orientation Guide
Additional Information
Member of the Society for Human Resource Management
Member of the UMUC Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management
CTX Mortgage Top Gun Quality Award for Fiscal Year 2006.
Chapter Key Advisor for Phi Sigma Sigma chapter at VCU,
January 1999 - May 2006
. Awards:
. Alumnae Advisor of the Year for Phi Sigma Sigma International
Fraternity, Inc.
. Recognition for 4 years of service as a Chapter Advisor.
. VCU Greek Awards - Chapter Advisor of the Year, 2001, 2003 & 2005
Member of VCU Greek Advisory Board - 2000- 2002