SHELIA N. FISHER
**** ******* ****** ****, ** ***08
Phone 708-***-**** ac0k94@r.postjobfree.com
Exceeds goals with an effective leadership and management style, outstanding communication skills and strategic business development planning. Recognized and awarded by management teams for outstanding customer service and achievements. Successfully secures sales and revenue by capitalizing on growth opportunities. Results-oriented individual with a proven track record.
CORE STRENGTHS
Marketing & Sales • Strategic Business Development • Quality Control
Strategic Planning • Brand Promotion • Negotiation
Customer/Client Relations • Training & Mentoring • Leadership & Management
EDUCATION
Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago, IL
Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Administration/Marketing Management
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Extensive knowledge of software applications, word processors and operating systems
Type 65+ wpm
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
Uber/Lyft Northwest IN and IL Aug. 2016 - Present
Driver
Transport clients in my vehicle within Northwest Indiana and Illinois
Pickup and drop-off clients to requested destinations
Refer family, friends, and other individuals to use rideshare services
Refer individuals to drive and earn money
Teleperformance Call Center Hobart, IN Aug. 2014 – Feb. 2016
UAM, Universal American
Customer Service Agent
Educated clients in the states of TX, NY & ME about Medicare & UAM health products, benefits and services
Electronically enrolled eligible clients on Medicare advantage plans (Parts A, B & C)
Conducted questionnaires to determine client eligibility
Determined product suitability for clients
Collected personal, confidential and sensitive data to complete applications
Recognized and awarded for outstanding customer service and performance
Sallie Mae
Loan Specialist
Performed daily customer service functions in a fast-paced environment
Generated and processed electronic student loan applications
Serviced Smart Option, K-12, Bar Study, Residency & Relocation loan types
Collected personal and confidential data to complete loan applications
Exceeded sales goals and maintained being the top #1 agent for my overall success
Awarded Employee of the Month for July 2015 and Blue Diamond Club Membership for top achievers
H&R Block
Digital Software & Online Agent
Provided technical support to tax software and online users
Reviewed confidential and sensitive material utilizing secured computerized sites
Assisted clients with navigating through their software and online accounts
Provided step-by-step guidance and instructions to clients
Resolved the needs of clients with positive outcomes and results
Western & Southern Life Merrillville, IN July 2013 – Jan. 2014
Financial Representative
§Educated clients in the states of IL & IN about life, health, accident & investment products
§Generated and processed electronic policies for new and existing clients
§Conducted outside field work and marketing events in various Northwest Indiana and Chicago Area locations
§Launched various marketing tools and mailings to prospect and market new business
§Conducted weekly phone sessions to promote and generate new business
Community School District 168 Sauk Village, IL Jan. 2011 – Feb. 2013
Substitute Teacher/ Paraprofessional
Trained, mentored and instructed Pre-K thru 8th grade level students including special education
Managed students with mental health, behavioral, developmental and physical disabilities
Hoover Schrum School District 157 Calumet City, IL Dec. 2008 – Jan. 2011
Substitute Teacher/ Paraprofessional
Taught all core subjects areas including Reading, Math, Science, Language Arts, English & Social Studies
Implemented effective strategies to influence & motivate academics and student involvement
Calumet School District 132 Calumet Park, IL Mar. 2005 – Nov. 2008
Substitute Teacher/ Paraprofessional
Instructed special classes in Physical Education, Computers, Art & Music
Formulated and executed various lesson plans to direct instruction
Tracked and reported students’ grades, attendance, academic performance and behavior
Washington Mutual Frankfort, IL Oct. 2003 - Nov. 2004
Personal Financial Representative
Processed daily financial transactions to include deposits, withdrawals, transfers and new accounts
Exceeded sales goals and cross sell averages for the referral of additional products and services
Recognized and awarded for outstanding customer service and performance
Performed account receivable functions for customers with negative account balances
Conducted numerous cold calls to generate sales, new markets and evaluate customer satisfaction
Launched various marketing tools and mailings to advertise and promote financial services
Chicago Housing Authority Chicago, IL May 1997 – Feb. 2000
Auditor I (Promoted) Office of the Inspector General
Conducted extensive detailed internal audits
Recovered funds in excess of $325,000 that were unlawfully misused
Generated reports that outlined audit findings and recommendations
Liaison between departmental officials and administrators
Regional Program Coordinator Housing Management Division
Assisted in the development and implementation of programmatic and administrative policies and procedures
Collected, analyzed & compiled statistical and numerical data for report generation
Ensured quality control through monitoring and tracking various data assessment tools
Performed housing quality standard inspections of property developments and tenant units
Compiled monthly reports outlining the activities and operations of various housing developments
Pitney Bowes Chicago, IL March 1995 – Jan. 1996
Marketing Intern Mailing Division
Created and compiled a database of corporate clients and businesses that purchased or leased mailing equipment
Launched various marketing tools and mailings to advertise and promote new business
Conducted numerous cold calls to corporate clients and businesses to generate sales and new markets
J. Walter Thompson Chicago, IL June 1994 - March 1995
Intern
Assisted the Marketing & Advertising departments with small projects
Shadowed individuals within Marketing and Advertising to learn and observe the various entities
Performed light administrative duties such as typing, photocopying and faxing
Conducted light administrative duties such as editing, copying and compiling