VERA BASIL
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Email:***********@*****.***,Linkedinurl:https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-basil-6379b1344/ Address:5, Sunday Shonola Street, Beesam BusStop Mafoluku Oshodi, Lagos. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dynamic customer service professional with 15+years of demonstrated excellence across aviation, hospitality,andbusinesssectors.Knownfordeliveringexceptionalguestexperiencesthroughpersonalized attentionandculturalsensitivity.Proventrackrecordinbuildingcustomerloyalty,managingcomplexservice operations,andtrainingserviceteams.MultilingualprofessionalfluentinEnglish,Hausa,Igbo,andYoruba, enabling effective communication across diverse customer bases. CORE COMPETENCIES
●Customer Experience Management
●Conflict Resolution & Problem-Solving
●Cross-Cultural Communication
●Team Leadership & Training
●Service Quality Assurance
●Crisis Management
●Brand Ambassador
●Revenue Generation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Coach, CVM Field Agents
MultiChoice, Nigeria (Remote) January 2025 - Present
● Recruit, train, and mentor field agents to excel in customer value management within assigned territories.
● Strategize and execute bulk subscription deals, night reconnection initiatives, and bar activation campaigns.
● Consistently achieve and exceed daily, weekly, and monthly performance targets. Cabin Crew Management
Arik Air March 2024 - Present
● Oversee cabin service delivery and ensure compliance with aviation service standards
● Lead cabin crew teams to deliver premium customer service to 200+ passengers daily
● Maintain 98% passenger satisfaction rates through excellent service delivery
● Conduct pre-flight briefings and coordinate service strategies with cabin crew
● Ensure seamless coordination between ground operations and in-flight service Facility/Afrikitchen Brand Manager
Aviators Cooperative Lodge July 2020 - February 2024
● Oversaw daily operations of a 100+ capacity facility, maintaining 95% customer satisfaction
● Developed and implemented customer service protocols that reduced complaints by 40%
● Led a team of 15 staff members, providing regular training on service excellence
● Created and executed marketing strategies that increased facility utilization by 35%
● Established relationships with corporate clients, resulting in 25% revenue growth Programs Producer & TV Presenter
African Christian Broadcasting Network May 2015 - June 2020
● Produced viewer-focused content reaching 100,000+ audience members
● Managed viewer relations and feedback, maintaining 4.8/5 audience satisfaction rating
● Developed and hosted interactive programs that increased viewer engagement by 45%
● Coordinated with production team to ensure high-quality broadcast delivery
● Created engaging content that resulted in 30% increase in viewership Business Development Manager
Logic Bites January 2011 - April 2015
● Managed portfolio of 50+ key accounts with focus on customer relationship building
● Achieved 40% increase in customer retention through personalized service strategies
● Implemented customer feedback system that improved service delivery by 25%
● Trained and mentored team of 5 account managers in customer service best practices
● Generated 45% revenue growth through excellent customer relationship management Contract Staff
Lagos State Internal Revenue May 2006 - December 2010
● Served 100+ taxpayers daily, providing clear guidance on revenue-related matters
● Maintained 96% accuracy rate in customer documentation and data entry
● Resolved complex customer inquiries while ensuring compliance with state regulations
● Received recognition for exceptional customer service performance
● Contributed to 30% improvement in customer satisfaction metrics EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Wolex Polytechnic Lagos State
Mass Communication (National Diploma) April 2005 - August 2007
● Specialized in Public Relations and Customer Communications
● Completed practical training in stakeholder management Javi Aviation
Cabin Crew Initial Training February - March, 2004
● Certified in passenger safety and emergency procedures
● Advanced customer service training
● Conflict resolution and problem-solving certification Mount Olives Secondary School
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) September 1990 - July 1994 PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
Women in Aviation June 2019 - Present
● Active member participating in customer service workshops and industry forums International Chamber of Commerce Trade and Industry (ICCI) May 2020 - Present
● Certified in International Customer Service Standards Chefs Connect October 2020 - Present
● Specialized in customer experience in hospitality sector DTI Training Certification March 2022 - November 2023
● Advanced Customer Service Management
● Leadership in Service Excellence
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
●Proficient in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems
●Expert in handling VIP and high-value customers
●Advanced problem-resolution techniques
●Crisis management and emergency response
●Cultural sensitivity and diversity awareness
●Event planning and coordination
●Revenue management and upselling techniques
ACHIEVEMENTS
● Received "Customer Service Excellence Award" at Arik Air (2024)
● Recognized as "Best Brand Ambassador" at Aviators Cooperative Lodge (2021)
● Achieved highest customer satisfaction ratings for three consecutive quarters at Logic Bites
● Featured in industry publication for innovative customer service approaches