CATHERINE ANN CARLSON
Client Support Specialist
Ponte Vedra, Florida • 612-***-****
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SUMMARY
Customer service professional with 10+ years of experience supporting clients in healthcare and education. Strong communicator skilled in resolving issues and delivering an exceptional customer experience. Recognized for empathy, attention to detail, and building lasting customer relationships.
SKILLS
●Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Teams)
●HubSpot CRM
●Salesforce CRM
●CampusVue
●Collaboration
●Adaptability
●Teamwork
●Problem Solving
●Active Listening
●Public Speaking
EXPERIENCE
FitPeo — Client Support Specialist
Oct 2023 – Dec 2025 Remote
- Utilized active listening to understand client needs, leading to 95% satisfaction scores.
- Collaborated with IT and Operations reducing onboarding time by 30%.
- Negotiated vendor relationships saving the company 35% annually.
- Consolidated carrier options to guarantee the lowest possible shipping rates.
Caregiver —
Apr 2020 - Sep 2023 - Intentional break to care for family member
Institute of Production and Recording (IPR) - Admissions Representative
Aug 2015 - Dec 2019 Minneapolis, MN
- Counseled prospective students on admissions requirements and processes.
- Conducted (8-10) interviews per week.
- Onboarded approximately 100 students annually.
- Achieved a 15% increase in retention by meeting with new students each quarter.
- Created an admissions newsletter to increase student involvement and provide updates on financial aid and college events.
EDUCATION
Iowa Central Community College
McConnell Travel School
CERTIFICATIONS
Customer Communication • Email Etiquette • Mental Health Awareness • Project Management 101 • Financial Aid/Benefits Training