Tony Smart
@tonysmart1
I lead remote customer service operations, escalations, and healthcare administration.
What I'm looking for
I've led remote customer service and operations at Dementia Care Experience, supporting older adults, caregivers, and healthcare stakeholders through compassionate, person-centered service. I supervise staff, resolve escalations, maintain confidential records, analyze service feedback, and improve workflows.
Across CVS Pharmacy, Kohl's, Brighten Gardens, and FIBank Ltd, I've coordinated teams, trained employees, managed customer concerns, strengthened operational communication, and supported efficient service delivery. My work spans healthcare, retail, banking, and resident services.
I've also managed publishing operations as Co-Publisher and Managing Director of Concord Times Newspaper and Africa Magazine, serving as an editor, reporter, and stakeholder liaison. Earlier, I co-founded CompuStores & Internet Services, overseeing internet delivery, technical support, PC repairs, web design, and content management.
I bring multilingual communication in English, Igbo, Etche, and Krio, along with experience in translation, writing, marketing support, and content management.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Customer Service / Operations Manager
Dementia Care Experience
Aug 2021 - Present (5 years)
Supervise remote customer service and administrative staff, coordinate daily support activities, and train new representatives. Respond to escalated concerns, maintain confidential records, and monitor team performance.
Supervised merchandising operations, coordinated sales floor associates, and managed inventory replenishment. Implemented seasonal floor sets and trained team members on merchandising standards.
Administrative / Operations Manager
CVS Pharmacy
Dec 2018 - Aug 2023 (4 years 8 months)
Directed administrative and operational activities, managed vendor relationships, and improved customer satisfaction. Implemented process improvements and trained employees on performance strategies.
Customer Service Shift Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
Nov 2013 - Dec 2018 (5 years 1 month)
Supervised front-end customer service associates, coordinated schedules, and managed customer complaints. Maintained financial records and ensured compliance with company procedures.
Administrative / Resident Services Assistant
Brighten Gardens
Oct 2012 - Oct 2013 (1 year)
Served as primary point of contact for residents and families, coordinated appointments and service requests, and maintained confidential records. Supported admissions and processed payments.
Customer Service / Online Services Manager
FIBank Ltd
Jul 2006 - Aug 2012 (6 years 1 month)
Developed customer service procedures, managed customer relations, and supervised service teams. Conducted training and analyzed service reports for improvements.
Co-Founder / Managing Director
CompuStores & Internet Services
Jul 1999 - Aug 2002 (3 years 1 month)
Managed daily business operations and internet service delivery, oversaw PC maintenance and technical support, and provided web design services.
Co-Publisher / Managing Director
Concord Times Newspaper
Sep 1991 - Jun 1999 (7 years 9 months)
Managed newsroom and administrative operations, oversaw recruitment and staff development, and served as News and Current Affairs Editor.
Co-Publisher / News Reporter
Africa Magazine
Feb 1990 - Aug 1991 (1 year 6 months)
Managed office administration and publishing operations, handled international contracts, and edited news and current affairs content.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Salford
Master of Science, Human Resources Management & Development
Master of Science in Human Resources Management & Development from the University of Salford.
Potch Institute of Technology
Diploma, Web Design, Content Management & Development
Diploma in Web Design, Content Management & Development from Potch Institute of Technology.
Quantumnet Academy
Diploma, Tourism, Travel & Hospitality Management
Diploma in Tourism, Travel & Hospitality Management from Quantumnet Academy.
University of Calabar
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communication
Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication from the University of Calabar.
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