CONNIE PACHECO
Toronto, ON 647-***-**** ******.*********@*****.** https://www.linkedin.com/in/connie-pacheco
PROFILE
An enthusiastic, results-driven Senior Customer Service, Distribution Specialist with 20+ years’ experience in the hospitality industry. A loyal professional with a proven track record of exceeding client and employer expectations by delivering first-rate service in areas of communications, facilitation, administration, and coordination. A highly-adaptable team player, highly proficient in cross-functional duties specific to the hospitality field. A seasoned talent who strikes excellent rapport and then builds strong relationships with key partners while streamlining corporate processes to grow corporate initiatives. A personable leader who effectively problem solves and maintains calm decorum, even in challenging, fast-paced environments to increase company morale and bottom line profitability. Key Competencies Include:
Service Now CRM Solutions • OTA Spreadsheet Management • Interpersonal Communications • Opera • PMS • MS Office Suite • GDS • FS.com & Mobile APP • Lanyon • OTA Extranets • TRUST Sabre Synxis • Distribution Management
Mentorship, Junior Staff Training
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MARLEE DENTAL OFFICE, Toronto, ON 2018 – 2018
DENTAL RECEPTIONIST (2018 – 2018)
Greeted patients by smiling and making eye contact
Answered incoming calls and responded to approximately 100 patient inquiries daily
Coordinated with dental insurance companies to ensure claims were paid
Accuratly entered and maintained all patient records and medical information into data system
Managed dentists’ and hygienist schedules by confirming patients appointments
Key Achievement:
Performed a wide array of tasks to ensure the proper functioning of the office
Worked with teammates to create a positive, high-energy office atomsphere
FOUR SEASONS HOTELS & RESORTS, Toronto, ON 2011 – 2018
DISTRIBUTION SPECIALIST (2015 – 2018)
Utilized diverse software programs such as MS Office Suite, GDS, FS.com, Lanyon, TRUST Sabre Synxis, and Revenue Management Portal, PMS, ORS
Improved workflow distribution in liaison with other organizations
Built and developed productive, mutually-beneficial, and trustworthy relationships
Handled the Distribution Portal Calendar launched for new hotels
Managed, maintained package rates and inventory through all connected channels
Coordinated with Director of Revenue, Reservations Managers, Director of Marketing, and Worldwide Sales Managers on customer service support issues, resolutions
Key Achievement:
Supported a plethora of hotel executives and sales managers, both interdepartmentally and externally, resulting in excellent process streamlining and significant reduction in lost revenue
OTA ONLINE TRAVEL AGENCY SPECIALIST (2012 – 2015)
Updated highly-accurate rates, availability, cancellation policies, and taxes data and information in HBSI Demand Gateway
Guaranteed hotel needs, requests were met in a timely, effective fashion
Chaired meetings and conference calls with hotels, sales offices, and partners
Facilitated orientation, training for new hires; mentored junior staff
Managed complex OTA spreadsheets
Key Achievements:
Performed regular, cross-functional support duties for hotel locations and OTA, resulting in improved information and documentation accuracy, saving company both time and money
Initiated new hotels through OTA partners; worked closely to ensure process conformance, resulting in improved compliance
CUSTOMER SERVICE LEAD AGENT (2011 – 2012)
Served current and prospective guests in all aspects of reservations to ensure a personalized stay
Aided Reservation Sales Specialists with coaching, daily job function and assisted with prevention, de-escalation of issues and complaints
Authored guest profiles with updated data; maintained personal preferences
Provided feedback for properties on reservation-related concerns
Monitored agent performance through CMS Real Time and historical reports
Targeted communication received through various channels regarding reservations, WRO operating systems, and profile queries
Completed projects ahead of deadlines, building trust with Directors and senior staff
Key Achievements:
Led, motivated teams of agents, resulting in increased effectiveness of support given to Managers at hotel locations and, ultimately, dramatically-improved client engagement and satisfaction
Received Platinum Top Sales Lead Agent designation, subsequent promotion, and monetary reward for excellence in customer service
EDUCATION
Hospitality & Tourism Hotel Management Certificate
Toronto School of Business, Toronto, ON
VOLUNTEERISM
*Currently working with a special needs child and elderly