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OMOWUNMI LAWRENCE

Abuja, FCT,FC

Summary

To develop inherent skills and acquire new skills; nurture mutual enriching relationship with clients and colleagues, in order to deliver the best possible services and improved productivity. Integrate fully with organizational goals, structure and principles, with the aim of becoming a professional and leader of thought in career.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Senior Travel Manager

Julius Berger Nigeria
2022.11 - Current
  • Managed over 100 staff calls per day.
  • Conducted regular market research to stay informed on industry trends and identify potential areas of growth.
  • Led training seminars for staff on best practices in customer service, sales tactics, and destination knowledge.
  • Provided exceptional customer service throughout entire booking process from initial consultation through post-trip follow-up.
  • Streamlined booking processes for more efficient service and reduced wait times for clients.
  • Assisted clients with travel emergencies or last-minute changes by efficiently coordinating alternative arrangements with minimal disruption.
  • Worked closely with accounting teams to ensure timely invoicing and accurate financial records, allowing for streamlined internal processes.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to promote special offers and packages, driving increased bookings and revenue growth.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Maintained extensive network of contacts within travel industry, allowing for better access to exclusive deals and packages for our clients.
  • Organized successful corporate events by collaborating closely with event planners, venues, transportation providers, and other stakeholders.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, enhancing company's reputation within travel sector.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, resulting in cost savings and improved services for clients.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Provided professional services and support in dynamic work environment.

Agency Manager

Decollins BID Travels And Tours Limited
2020.01 - 2022.11

Maintained compliance with industry regulations by conducting regular audits of policies, procedures, and employee practices.

  • Streamlined internal processes to improve overall efficiency and reduce operating costs for agency.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, resulting in increased client satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Built culture of accountability within organization by establishing clear expectations for individual performance.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Approved staff hiring, termination, promotions and department transfers.
  • Achieved consistent year-over-year growth in both revenue generation and client acquisition through strategic planning and execution.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Fostered strong relationships with community partners, participating in local events to increase brand awareness and promote agency's commitment to customer satisfaction.
  • Increased sales by 10%

Executive Assistant

Lasot Travel And Tours Solution Limited
2017.03 - 2020.11
  • Target allotted were met adequately
  • Successful packaging of clients’ tours: - Arrangements of hotel accommodation - Incentive travel packages and Conference facilitation - Flight reservations - Airport transfers
  • Event Management
  • Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Aided recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and assisting with candidate selection.
  • Contributed to budget management by monitoring expenses and providing detailed expenditure reports regularly.
  • Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Created and managed office systems to efficiently deal with documentation.
  • Transcribed meeting minutes to support sales, business development and senior management teams.
  • Assisted in development of company policies and procedures, contributing to more organized work environment.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Handled payroll processing tasks accurately while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines for timely payments.

Senior Travel Consultant

3 Voyages Limited
2014.03 - 2017.11
  • Organized memorable and exquisite travel itineraries and vacations for high-level clients, celebrities, politicians, and business executives.
  • Administered customer surveys to measure satisfaction with services and better understand desires and expectations.
  • Coordinated group bookings to ensure seamless logistics for large-scale events such as weddings or corporate retreats.
  • Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Used MS-Products to create and update client electronic records.
  • Used company and vendor marketing resources to educate customers and close sales.
  • Followed up with customers to increase customer service with travel plans.
  • Assisted in the development of new product offerings based on emerging trends in luxury travel experiences.
  • Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives, and special needs clients.
  • Communicated benefits and information regarding international travel insurance with clients and obtained best rates.
  • Booked reservations for travel, hotels, rental cars and special events such as tours and excursions.
  • Helped customers with passport and visa applications.
  • Assisted clients with flight changes and cancellations to minimize travel disruptions.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized travel recommendations and itinerary planning.
  • Promoted company''s brand through participation in networking events and online presence, attracting new clients and fostering loyalty among existing customers.
  • Expanded agency''s network of suppliers by attending industry conferences and cultivating strategic partnerships with key vendors.
  • Developed loyal clientele base due to excellent listening and research skills and keen understanding of travel budgets.

Reservation Agent

Friendly Travels And Tours Limited
2012.06 - 2014.12
  • Consistently met performance targets in both call handling time and customer service ratings, contributing to overall success of reservations department.
  • Checked in average of 300 passengers per flight.
  • Managed and closed reservation calls to increase bookings by maintaining strong knowledge of airline, resort products, services, and facilities.
  • Provided customers with information about availability and pricing.
  • Engaged customers to find amiable and appropriate solutions to transportation issues and conflicts.
  • Enhanced communication between departments by sharing guest preferences, requirements, and special requests with relevant hotel staff.
  • Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills.
  • Contributed to sales efforts by participating in local travel trade shows and industry events on behalf of Travel company.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and developed friendly rapport with callers while answering questions, making recommendations, and leading conversations to bookings.
  • Handled billing information over phone.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information regarding reservations, cancellations, and modifications.
  • Informed clients of essential travel information, such as travel times, transportation connections, medical, and visa requirements to facilitate quality service.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Travel Associate

WorldKlasss Travel And Tours Limited
2007.03 - 2012.12
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of travel industry trends, regulations and best practices to better serve customers.
  • Monitored currency exchange rates and advised customers on best time to purchase foreign currency.
  • Consistently monitored industry trends to stay informed about new developments and opportunities within travel sector.
  • Facilitated timely communication between clients and suppliers, fostering trust and preventing potential disputes.
  • Followed up with customers to increase customer service with travel plans.
  • Participated actively in ongoing professional development opportunities, continually expanding knowledge to better serve clientele.
  • Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Abuja
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
11.2023

GED -

Frontier Travel Academy
Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
06.2014

High School Diploma -

Dof Catering Institute
Lagos
10.2003

GED -

Nigeria Air Force
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria
04.2002

High School Diploma -

Nigeria Hotel Training School
Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
10.2000

GED -

Government College Agege
Lagos, Nigeria
04.1998

FSLC

Abati Primary School
Akowonjo, Lagos, Nigeria
01.1992

Skills

  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Industry Trends Awareness
  • Supplier Relations
  • Technology proficiency
  • Organizational Skills
  • MS Office
  • Schedule Management
  • Self Motivation
  • Budget Administration
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Scheduling and Coordinating

Local Government Area

Lagos Island (West)

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Lagos Mainland
  • Place of Birth: Lagos State
  • Date of Birth: 02/29/80
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Nigerian
  • Marital Status: Single
  • Religion: Christianity

Hobbies and Interests

Meeting people, singing and travelling

Timeline

Assistant Senior Travel Manager

Julius Berger Nigeria
2022.11 - Current

Agency Manager

Decollins BID Travels And Tours Limited
2020.01 - 2022.11

Executive Assistant

Lasot Travel And Tours Solution Limited
2017.03 - 2020.11

Senior Travel Consultant

3 Voyages Limited
2014.03 - 2017.11

Reservation Agent

Friendly Travels And Tours Limited
2012.06 - 2014.12

Travel Associate

WorldKlasss Travel And Tours Limited
2007.03 - 2012.12

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Abuja

GED -

Frontier Travel Academy

High School Diploma -

Dof Catering Institute

GED -

Nigeria Air Force

High School Diploma -

Nigeria Hotel Training School

GED -

Government College Agege

FSLC

Abati Primary School
OMOWUNMI LAWRENCE