Leona Covell
@leonacovell
Experienced fraud prevention analyst with strong communication and organizational skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned professional with extensive experience in fraud prevention, legal assistance, and office management. My career spans over several years in the tech sector, where I have honed my communication, analytic, and organizational skills. I have a proven track record of elevating teams and fostering productive relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
Currently, I serve as a Trust and Safety Senior Ads Analyst at Accenture, where I ensure that only appropriate content is published on the LinkedIn platform. My role involves researching and identifying fraud and scams, analyzing metrics, and maintaining a positive work environment while meeting productivity goals. My previous experience at eBay/PayPal as a Fraud Prevention Analyst has equipped me with the skills to analyze account histories and trends effectively, ensuring the integrity of operations.
My management style is rooted in recognizing and nurturing the unique skills of my team members. I believe in comprehensive training and development to maximize program goals. I am adept at creating dynamic presentations and maintaining accuracy in all my projects, which has been crucial in my roles across various sectors.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Trust and Safety Senior Ads Analyst
Accenture
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)
Ensured appropriate content on LinkedIn by interpreting and enforcing ad policies. Researched and identified fraud and scams related to ads, member profiles, and company profiles. Maintained productivity and quality goals while promoting a positive attitude.
Trust and Safety Ads Analyst
Genesis10
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)
Interpreted and enforced Ads policy to ensure only appropriate content was live on LinkedIn. Researched and identified fraud and scams related to ads, member profiles, and company profiles. Maintained productivity and quality goals.
Independent Consultant
Covell Solutions
Aug 2006 - Present (18 years 10 months)
Developed operating procedures, forms, and systems, and facilitated changes in workflows and personnel assignments. Managed weekly and monthly A/P, A/R, profit and loss analyses, and office budgets. Monitored project accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
Office Associate
State Farm Insurance
Oct 2011 - Feb 2013 (1 year 4 months)
Prepared and submitted activity reports for all office personnel, ensuring sales quotas were met. Completed P&C sales and managed marketing procurement. Processed claims promptly and reconciled earned commissions.
SHARE Program Director
Catholic Charities
Mar 2001 - Aug 2001 (5 months)
Conducted comprehensive training for over 100 host organizations on all aspects of a food and volunteer program. Maintained existing sites through support and development in Nebraska and Iowa. Planned and implemented marketing strategies to increase sales and participation.
Associate II
OPPD (Omaha Public Power District)
May 2009 - Oct 2010 (1 year 5 months)
Assisted residential and business customers with billing, usage, and emergencies, recording information in multiple databases. Handled call escalations to resolve technical issues and client investigations. Compiled data for state and other assistance agencies.
Fraud Prevention Analyst
eBay / PayPal
Aug 2004 - Oct 2006 (2 years 2 months)
Analyzed account histories and trends to ensure appropriate actions on reviewed accounts. Worked fraud queues, service requests, and other processing techniques related to fraud indicators. Supported the Quality System infrastructure by performing QA tasks.
Resolution Services Agent
eBay / PayPal
Mar 2003 - Aug 2004 (1 year 5 months)
Responded to inbound service requests via telephone and email inquiries, assisting prospective clients with Risk Operations processes. Researched and resolved inquiries verbally, in writing, and via email. Reviewed PayPal accounts to determine legitimacy and evaluate associated risk.
Office Manager
Nebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Oct 2002 - Apr 2003 (6 months)
Completed yearly budget preparations for the Omaha office and managed all activities of the office staff. Transitioned and implemented state policies at the discretion of the Executive Director. Assisted with agency training.
Legal Clerk
Neuhaus Law Office
May 1998 - Aug 2000 (2 years 3 months)
Utilized knowledge of Federal, State, and City civil litigation in Nebraska and Iowa for filing suits. Performed high-volume data entry. Communicated and corresponded with courts, their personnel, payroll executives, and attorneys regarding cases.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Nebraska Omaha
Bachelor of Science, Organizational and Interpersonal Communications
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Organizational and Interpersonal Communications. This program provided a strong foundation in effective communication strategies and organizational dynamics.
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Location
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