Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
References
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Timeline
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Vanessa Prevost

Mississauga,Ontario

Summary

Dedicated Customer Service Representative with a background in luxury sales and a strong focus on providing exceptional customer service. Skilled in handling inquiries related to claims, benefits, and services, adept at addressing media calls, security files, privacy breaches, and changes in government legislation. Proven ability to provide written responses to online inquiries, support stakeholders using online services, and collect essential information for decision-making processes

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

LUXURY TRAVEL MANAGER

KENSINGTON TOURS
09.2021 - Current
  • Provides first class, unmatched customer service to VIP clients, adapting to their needs and preferences
  • Leveraged industry knowledge and emerging trends to build innovative messaging and bring design concepts to fruition guaranteeing high customer satisfaction
  • Proactively maintained detailed records of client preferences and requirements, delivering personalized service at every touchpoint.
  • Resolves customer service issues with empathy, strong communication, active listening, accountability and follow up
  • Effectively communicates through phone, Live Chat, Teams, Outlook/Office
  • Stayed updated on changes in legislation, Visa and documentation requirements impacting client services.
  • Managed VIP accounts, maintaining privacy and secured documentation including Non Disclosure Agreements
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Presented creative solutions to client challenges, handling ambiguity resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.

WHOLESALE TRAVEL MANAGER

FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP
09.2016 - 05.2020
  • Maintained a loyal base of insider and consumer clientele by providing an elevated seamless customer experience and service
  • Enhanced travel experiences for clients by researching and recommending unique destinations and activities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams in a hybrid retail/ call centre environment to provide seamless support throughout the entire itinerary planning process.
  • Implemented effective communication strategies, providing timely updates on itineraries and changes to clients to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Conducted regular market research to stay informed on emerging trends, legal requirements for entry including visas and documentation and offered innovative solutions accordingly.
  • Established strong relationships with industry partners, leading to exclusive deals and offers for clients.
  • Negotiated competitive rates with vendors to provide cost-effective travel options for clients.
  • Developed custom marketing materials that showcased the company''s services effectively, attracting new clientele.
  • Lead and initiated special projects often involving in depth research of client transactions, transaction history and data collection using Microsoft Excel, often with tight deadlines
  • Lead and coached a team of 8 employees- prioritizing accomplishments and success for each individual for ultimate growth and development.

TEAM LEADER, ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER,CONSULTANT

FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP
09.2012 - 09.2016
  • Delivered a high level of customer service by completing arrangements quickly and accurately with a variety of systems.
  • Expanded customer base through effective networking, cold calling, lead generation and relationship-building strategies.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and a keen eye for best options in compliance with client policy
  • Consistently met compliance requirements for the agency by promptly completing mandatory continuing education courses and staying current on industry regulations.
  • Resolved unforeseen issues during trips swiftly, minimizing disruption and maintaining client satisfaction levels high.
  • Lead and coached a team of 12 employees- prioritizing accomplishments and success for each individual for ultimate growth
  • Completed detailed monthly reports on client transactions and a credit tracker on Microsoft Excel and additional software
  • Regularly on call for 24/7 emergencies and handled each call professionally, efficiently and with empathy
  • Lead and initiated special projects often involving in depth research of client transactions, transaction history and data collection often with tight deadlines
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing key performance indicators (KPIs) using them to understand up to date profitability as well as projected profitability or loss
  • Handled constant unexpected changes, demonstrating strong resiliency
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system through research and implementation

COSMETIC COUNTER MANAGER AND ADVISOR

ESTEE LAUDER GROUP
06.2007 - 09.2012

Was employed by a number of brands under the Estee Lauder umbrella including MAC, Clinique, Estee Lauder and Bobbi Brown At Sears Canada and The Nuance Group

  • Delivered exceptional customer service by conducting makeup demonstrations and skincare consultations for clients.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through attentive listening, empathy, and genuine care for their beauty concerns.
  • Educated clients on proper skincare routines, resulting in an increase of repeat clientele seeking advice and guidance.
  • Assessed client needs through active listening and targeted questioning, recommending suitable products accordingly.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Led a team of beauty advisors to achieve sales targets and deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Recruited trained, and mentored new employees, fostering a high-performance team environment.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate coaching strategies.
  • Achieved sales goals consistently by implementing effective selling techniques and product knowledge expertise.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while managing daily operations at the cosmetic counter.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing counter space to create a welcoming environment for customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to plan and execute successful in-store events promoting new product launches.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, ensuring the availability of best-selling products at all times.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

BROCK UNIVERSITY
St. Catharines, ON

EMERGENCY SERVICES COMMUNICATIONS

DURHAM COLLEGE
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Media Call Handling
  • Security and Privacy Compliance
  • Legislative Knowledge
  • Online Inquiry Response
  • User Support Services
  • Information Gathering
  • Data Entry
  • Computer Systems Proficiency
  • Clerical Support
  • Empathetic Communication
  • Outstanding problem solving skills and quick thinking Self reliant and very dedicated and organized

Volunteer Experience

  • RAPE CRISIS SEXUAL ASSAULT CENTRE OF PEEL, Call Centre - Crisis Care, 06/2010, 09/2014

Call centre environment responding to a high volume of distress calls, Worked alongside a team of response workers to respond to emergency situations, Providing telephone counsel to victims of abuse and sexual violence, Used training techniques to determine nature of the emergency and techniques to end the conversation swiftly if no emergency was evident, Used confidential, professional, and empathetic communication skills to extract as much information from the caller as possible


  • INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER HQ, Food Outreach Program, Ho Chi Minh City, 09/2019, 8 week program

Assisted soup kitchens to serve up to 800 meals to low-income persons and those needing extra assistance

References

Available upon request

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

LUXURY TRAVEL MANAGER

KENSINGTON TOURS
09.2021 - Current

WHOLESALE TRAVEL MANAGER

FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP
09.2016 - 05.2020

TEAM LEADER, ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER,CONSULTANT

FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP
09.2012 - 09.2016

COSMETIC COUNTER MANAGER AND ADVISOR

ESTEE LAUDER GROUP
06.2007 - 09.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

BROCK UNIVERSITY

EMERGENCY SERVICES COMMUNICATIONS

DURHAM COLLEGE
Vanessa Prevost