US AirwaysManager, Reservations Technology
Dec. 1994 - Aug. 2008Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United StatesPossesses a proven track record of managing large-scale projects, optimizing call center operations, and enhancing technological capabilities to drive business success. Expertise in managing telecommunications and IT infrastructure within a call center environment. Demonstrated success in leading complex projects, optimizing network routing, and enhancing customer service operations through innovative technology solutions. Adept at managing cross-functional teams and ensuring seamless integration of systems to meet organizational goals. - Leadership and Team Management: Led a team of 19 analysts, overseeing the Reservations Operations Control Center and global operations for five call centers. Ensured high performance through daily analysis of trends and adjustment of strategies to meet service level goals. - Technology and Automation: Spearheaded initiatives in telecommunications, technology, and automation. Managed ACD, network prompters, IVR, call routing, ticket delivery systems, voice and data monitoring systems, and automated voice and email alerts. - Strategic Projects: Played a key role in merger discussions and led critical projects such as the Speech Recognition IVR, Dividend Miles System Migration, Reservations Offshore Outsourcing, and Reservations Call Center Closings.Network and Telecom Initiatives: Managed AT&T network routing, IVR maintenance, ICM and ACD call routing. Responsible for desktop, server, network, and telecom initiatives at the Winston-Salem call center. - ACD Upgrade Project: Developed business requirements and a multi-phase plan to upgrade software at four contact centers, both domestically and internationally. Redesigned databases to align call centers for enterprise routing and reporting, and developed training materials for IT and business end users. - Reservation System Migration: Managed the conversion of IVR systems to a new reservations mainframe, ensuring a smooth transition and continued operational efficiency.