Michael Ruff
@michaelruff
Client Services Representative who blends database accuracy, clear communication, and analytical writing to support consumers and teams.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Client Services Representative focused on making client-facing systems accurate, reliable, and easy to trust. I’ve operated in environments where attention to detail, fast follow-through, and clear communication directly affect consumer outcomes.
From 2020 to 2024, I interfaced between company and client consumer databases to ensure both sides stayed up-to-date. I also provided validation of debt statements for consumers and produced month-to-date and month-end reports for senior leadership, helping stakeholders stay aligned and informed.
Outside of office work, I’ve brought the same discipline and people-first mindset to teaching and hospitality. As an Afterschool Teacher, I supervise elementary school-aged children in a structured afterschool-care setting, and in food service roles I coordinated with hosts, cooks, and managers to deliver a consistent guest experience.
Academically, I pair analytical thinking with strong writing habits, including knowledge of Chicago and MLA styles, and a background in formal and classical logic. I also write and edit with intent—earning recognition for short fiction—because I genuinely enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, engaging communication.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Afterschool Teacher
The Golden Chickpea
Nov 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Supervises elementary school-aged children in an afterschool-care environment, supporting daily activities and ensuring a safe, well-managed setting.
Client Services Representative
Radius Global Solutions
Jun 2020 - Jul 2024 (4 years 1 month)
Interfaced between company and client consumer databases to keep records up to date, validated debt statements, and produced month-to-date and month-end reports for senior operations leadership.
Line Cook
Chili's
May 2019 - Jun 2020 (1 year 1 month)
Prepared made-to-order dishes by following recipes and executing line builds to meet timely service needs.
Waiter
Chili's
Dec 2018 - May 2019 (5 months)
Coordinated with hosts, cooks, and managers to deliver an optimal dining experience for guests and support smooth front-of-house teamwork.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Boston University
Master of Theological Studies, Theological Studies
Activities and societies: Dean’s Fellowship recipient.
Master of Theological Studies program; Dean’s Fellowship recipient with an expected completion of May 2026.
Ithaca College
Bachelor of Arts with Honors in English, English
Grade: magna cum laude
Activities and societies: Majors: English, Philosophy; Minor: Art History; Awards: John Harcourt Scholarship, G. Ferris Cronkite Scholarship, Michael N. Clark Memorial Scholarship.
Bachelor of Arts with Honors in English, graduated magna cum laude. Honors thesis: Toys and Games: Objects, Alterity, and Engagement in the Latter Novels of J.M. Coetzee.
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