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Kim Hendy

Kim Hendy

Calgary

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Amadeus Hospitality, enhancing team productivity and customer satisfaction through strategic planning and agile methodologies. Expert in staff training and development, leveraging tools like Articulate Storyline for impactful e-learning. Skilled in conflict resolution and project management, I've significantly improved training outcomes and operational efficiency.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Educational Development

Amadeus Hospitality
08.2021 - 09.2024
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Implemented customer feedback mechanisms to gather insights, using this information to guide strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Fostered partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing company's reputation and creating new business opportunities.
  • Streamlined project delivery processes, significantly reducing time to market for new product launches.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, leading to more efficient project completion.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges.
  • Organized professional development programs for staff, leading to improved performance and skill sets.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.

Sr. Training Specialist

TravelClick/Amadeus Hospitality
06.2006 - 07.2021
  • Facilitated open forums and feedback sessions with trainees post-training implementation leading in better understanding.
  • Collaborated with department managers to identify specific training needs, tailoring programs for maximum impact.
  • Developed customized e-learning modules for remote employees, expanding access to vital training resources.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives, adjusting strategies as needed to improve overall results.
  • Reduced training costs by identifying areas for improvement in existing programs and recommending more efficient approaches.
  • Delivered engaging presentations at industry conferences, raising company profile within the professional community.
  • Mentored junior trainers, enhancing their skills and increasing team efficiency.
  • Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
  • Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
  • Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
  • Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
  • Trained and mentored Number new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
  • Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
  • Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
  • Used Software to design training for Type employees and increase company retention and productivity rates Number%.

Training Specialist

Vantis/TravelClick
02.2004 - 06.2006
  • Created a positive learning environment by incorporating adult learning principles into all instructional designs.

Hospitality Data Admin

VIP/Vantis
02.2002 - 02.2004

Expedited updates to hotel/property information using SynXis and the 4 major global distributions systems. Assured high quality work and vital conductivity for hotel sales channels.

Personal Loans Officer

HSBC Bank
08.1987 - 02.2002
  • Consulted and managed mortgages and loan for consumer clients.
  • Consulted and sold mutual fund investments.
  • Evaluated personal and commercial loans/mortgages.
  • Managed legal documentation required for loan security

Education

Diploma - General Studies

North Surrey Sr. Secondary
Surrey, BC
06.1984

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Staff training and development
  • Staff management
  • Goal setting
  • Task delegation
  • Relationship building
  • Project management
  • Performance management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Performance evaluations
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Computer skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • MS office
  • Copilot
  • Articulate Storyline
  • Captivate classic
  • Camtasia

Languages

English

Timeline

Manager, Educational Development

Amadeus Hospitality
08.2021 - 09.2024

Sr. Training Specialist

TravelClick/Amadeus Hospitality
06.2006 - 07.2021

Training Specialist

Vantis/TravelClick
02.2004 - 06.2006

Hospitality Data Admin

VIP/Vantis
02.2002 - 02.2004

Personal Loans Officer

HSBC Bank
08.1987 - 02.2002

Diploma - General Studies

North Surrey Sr. Secondary
Kim Hendy