Director, Client Experience - Retirement Business Services
CurrentWhen I re-joined Charles Schwab, my mission was to scale the client support operations and improve efficiency without sacrificing accuracy, handling rapid growth in demand. As the leader of 30 service managers and their teams, I improved our existing processes and deployed technology where appropriate to drive performance improvements. I also improved customer satisfaction and employee engagement by creating a culture that prioritizes people, resulting in a high-performing team and better service outcomes.First-call resolution Improved from 72% to 91%, reducing follow-up inquiries and increasing client satisfaction.Average Handle Time (AHT): Reduced by 18% through optimized resource allocation and technology integration.Customer Satisfaction (CSAT): Consistently maintained a CSAT of 4.8/5, reflecting superior customer service during periods of increased ticket volume.Employee Turnover: I lowered turnover by 12% by concentrating on leadership development and new employee engagement initiatives.Service Levels: Improved service level compliance from 87% to 98%, ensuring rapid and reliable response times.Cost per Contact: Reduced by 15% by streamlining existing processes and procedures.Leadership Philosophy: I believe in a people-first approach, where employee engagement and customer success are closely aligned. I empower my teams to take ownership of client satisfaction and performance, consistently leading to better results.