Kathleen A Wheeler
West Seneca NY 14224
Cellular 716-***-****
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Summary
Travel and Customer service professional with 42 years of diversified experience. I have excellent communication, time management and problem-solving skills. Dedicated to achieving customer satisfaction scores and company goals
Able to focus on projects, develop and motivate associates, to meet and exceed office goals and deadlines. Developed strong rapport with associates, and customers based on knowledge, professionalism, and integrity. Areas of Expertise
Travel Agent 14 year’s experience
Travel Manager 28 year’s experience
Developing and Training Staff
Meeting Goals
Sales and Customer Service
Experience
AAA Western and Central NY, Orchard Park
Travel Consultant
Proven ability to interact effectively with clients and staff at all levels. It is a talent that I feel I excel in. It is a core value that I have learned over the years, I strive to succeed, believe it is important to listen, understand and find resolutions that work for both the company and the client. I understand the importance of protecting the company assets as well, and it is best to lead by example. Proven excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. I pride myself on being organized and able to stay on track and focused. Accomplishing my goals and finishing projects on time. Maintained and encouraged customer loyalty through courteous and efficient resolution of disputes, complaints, and discrepancies. Working at AAA I know the importance of maintaining client loyalty to help the business grow and succeeded. Being a Team Leader I feel it is important that my associates feel appreciated, congratulate them successes, and encourage them so they are motivated to stay on track. I also assisted customer with travel service issues such as airlines, resorts, and transportation situations. And at times assisted with non travel agency related situations including emergency road services calls, State University of New York at Buffalo
Bachelor Degree
Additional Skills
Customer Relations
Effective Coaching
Travel Coordination
Customer Relations skills: Strong Listening, Assisting with Client Needs, Scheduling Appointments, Problem Solving, Compassion and Understanding.
Management Skills: Coaching and Motivating Staff, Customer Service and Retention, Multi-task/Detail Orientation,
Personnel Training and Evaluation/Supervisory Skills, Scheduling/Workflow Management, Accounts
Payable/Accounts Receivable, Budget Planning.