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Customer Service Manager

Location:
Hudson, OH, 44236
Posted:
March 09, 2010

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MARY AGBOVI

**** * ****** **

Hudson, OH *****

Phone: 270-***-**** email: *************@*******.***

www.linkedin.com/in/maryagbovi

QUALIFICATIONS

Creative problem-solver who applies strong organizational skills and

business knowledge to achieve improved results. Skilled in managing large,

complex projects and delivering results that achieve efficiency,

flexibility, and conformity with ultimately lower costs and greater

profitability.

Core competencies include:

Risk Assessment Process Improvement Regulatory Compliance

Recall Management Consumer Satisfaction Strategic Planning

Internal ISO9000 Auditor CPSC/CPSIA Compliance Product Liability

Prevention

EDUCATION

University of San Diego School of Business Administration, San Diego, CA

Master of Science - Global Leadership

Relevant Courses: International Comparative Management, International

Negotiations,

Organizational Theory, International Business

University of San Diego School of Business Administration, San Diego, CA

Certificate in Project Management

University of San Diego Ahlers Center for International Business, San

Diego, CA

Certificate in Global Strategy and Management

Murray State University, Murray, KY

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

STEP2, Streetsboro, OH 2007 to 2010

Manager of Regulatory Compliance

Responsible for managing all Government and Consumer inquiries, recalls

and product safety issue. Reported directly to Step2 General Counsel and

CEO with accountability to limit product liability and increase product

safety.

. Appointed Recall Coordinator for all Step2 holding companies to handle

communication with governing agencies and all stakeholders during eleven

product recalls.

. Developed and implemented product recall procedures and protocols under

ISO9000 resulting in efficient risk management.

. Facilitated investigations concerning consumer complaints resulting

in minimized litigation, increased consumer satisfaction and improved

product design.

. Worked closely with attorneys and insurance providers to prevent and

limit claims, avoiding corporate fines and legal action.

. Participated in CPSC and ISO external audits resulting in ISO9000

certification for Step2

MARY AGBOVI PAGE 2

Previous roles within the company included:

Sales and Marketing Analyst for Step2 Direct

Responsible for financial analysis, forecasting and inventory management

under the VP of Internet Marketing and Sales at Step2

Customer Service Manager for Infantino located in San Diego, CA and

owned by Step2 Holdings

Handled all consumer inquiries, daily sales report and specialty orders for

the company

DEBT RELIEF NETWORK INC, San Diego, CA 2005 to

2006

Department Manager - Client Services

Full time position held while attending graduate school

. Initially hired as Customer Service Representative and was promoted

to Manager within 6 months due to exceptional work performance.

. Oversaw all aspects of the daily operations of Client Services

including management of 3 Customer Service Representatives, and ensured

satisfactory client relations for 1,200 accounts.

. Streamlined new client protocol including development of a

documentation checklist, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.

. Easily and effectively worked with a culturally and ethnically

diverse client base.

. Strengthened staff morale through improved organizational structure

including weekly staff meetings and team building opportunities.

"Mary is a respected, dependable and knowledgeable professional. Her

attitude is always positive and she has the uncanny ability to push without

shoving and to get vital answers from people who often do not want to give

them.

Robert MacKay

VP of Internet Marketing and Sales, Step 2 LLC

"Mary is direct and clear in her leadership style and is focused on the

development of direct reports Excellent at anticipating needs and

proactively planning ahead to avoid potential problems. One of her

strongest qualities is clear, open communication and feedback."

Wendy McLean

VP of Sales, Infantino LLC.



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