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Michelle Tovstigo

Black Creek, BC,BC

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.


Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does. - William James

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager

Coastal Community Credit Union
04.2019 - Current
  • Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
  • Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.
  • Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
  • Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environment for customers.
  • Located, developed, and promoted talented employees to cultivate collaborative and hardworking leadership team.
  • Coordinated with other district managers to actualize performance improvement strategies.
  • Modeled best practices for sales and customer service.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Audit lending files to ensure compliant with policies and procedures of the Credit Union, CMHC and Sagen

Branch Manager

Scotiabank
06.2015 - 04.2019
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
  • Complied with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Examined customer loan applications for loan approvals and denials.

Branch Manager

Scotiabank
08.2010 - 06.2015

Provided the same accountabilities as my position in Parksville.


Obtained top branch performance results for Vancouver Island Region in 2014.

Financial Advisor

Scotiabank
09.1996 - 08.2010
  • Met with clients to discuss assets, expenses, and long-term and short-term investment goals to devise personalized financial plans.
  • Developed personal rapport with each client to maintain customer loyalty and establish long-term accounts.
  • Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each clients' individual needs.
  • Developed comprehensive retirement planning strategies to help clients maximize retirement savings.
  • Helped clients make informed decisions about financial future.
  • Presented financial plans and investment recommendations to clients.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to maximize satisfaction.

Education

Personal Finance Planning Designation

Institute of Canadian Bankers
2004

Investment Funds in Canada

Institute of Canadian Bankers
2000

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Effective Leadership and Interpersonal Abilities
  • Coaching and Developing Talent
  • Effective Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • Robust Organizational and Time Management Capabilities

Timeline

Area Manager

Coastal Community Credit Union
04.2019 - Current

Branch Manager

Scotiabank
06.2015 - 04.2019

Branch Manager

Scotiabank
08.2010 - 06.2015

Financial Advisor

Scotiabank
09.1996 - 08.2010

Personal Finance Planning Designation

Institute of Canadian Bankers

Investment Funds in Canada

Institute of Canadian Bankers
Michelle Tovstigo