Monica Thomas

Monica Thomas

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  • About me

    CompTIA A+, CompTIA ITF+, Google IT Support certified, AI Approved, Mompreneur, Realtor®, Forever Learner, Problem Solver, Trainer, Investor, Leader

  • Education

    • Carpenters JATC

      2024 - 2024
      Carpenters Apprenticeship Readiness Program Carpentry/Carpenter

      Activities and Societies: Learn basics for rough wood framing, metal framing, hanging drywall, concrete forms, stick welding, scaffolding, floor covers, and more. Used various tools and equipment. Completed math and skills assessment.

    • Point Park University

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      Bachelor's degree Business Administration and Management, General

      Graduated with honors

    • Community College of Allegheny County

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      Associate of Science - AS Liberal Arts and Sciences 3.5

      Graduated with honors

    • Per Scholas

      2024 - 2024
      Information Technology

      Activities and Societies: Working towards CompTIA ITF+ certification

  • Experience

    • CardWorks

      Jun 2003 - Jul 2018

      - Reviewed customer's file for signs of inconsistent activity and potential fraud- Processed fraudulent and dispute claims to find a resolution for accounts- Educated customers on best practices when using credit cards to promote best customer experience- Specialized in negotiations with clients to bring in revenue on outstanding accounts- Executed team-building exercises for knowledge transfer within the organization- Consistently was in top 10% of collections associates, won 2 awards for bringing in the most revenue - Maintain a monitoring average of 98% which was 3% better than the company’s goal Show less

      • Client Relationship Manager

        Mar 2015 - Jul 2018
      • Collections Manager

        May 2012 - Mar 2015
      • Card Services Specialist(Front End-Collections, Back-End Collections, Fraud, and Disputes)

        Jun 2003 - May 2012
    • Credit Power LLC

      Mar 2019 - Jul 2020
      Credit Specialist

      Assist consumers and clients with credit analysis and goal setting to improve overall credit. Assist CEO with organizing and managing daily tasks. Assist with training new hires. Successfully met monthly goal for enrolling clients which increased the company's revenue.

    • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty

      Sept 2022 - now

      Assist people/businesses achieve their real estate goal in purchasing and selling real estate. Assist new(er) licensed real estate agents learn the real estate business, important documents, and grow their business. Train new and seasoned agents on writing up contracts, using technology in business, negotiations, etc.

      • Licensed Real Estate Agent

        Aug 2018 - now
      • Mentor

        Jul 2021 - Oct 2024
      • Real Estate Office Trainer

        Sept 2022 - Aug 2023
    • University of Pittsburgh

      Oct 2024 - now
      IT Customer Success and Engagement Technician

      Ensure efficient on-site IT support to academic and administrative departments. Collaborate effectively with team members to enhance IT service delivery and achieve shared objectives. Resolve IT issues through troubleshooting and solution implementation. Cultivate strong communication channels with diverse university stakeholders, fostering positive working relationships.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts

      Google
      Mar 2025
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    • System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services

      Google
      Mar 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • Google AI Essentials

      Google
      Mar 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • Operating Systems and You: Becoming a Power User

      Google
      Feb 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking

      Google
      Jan 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • Technical Support Fundamentals

      Google
      Dec 2024
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    • Real Estate Broker/Sales Agent

      Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission
      Aug 2018
    • CompTIA IT Fundamentals+

      CompTIA
      Apr 2024
    • CompTIA A+

      CompTIA
      Jul 2024
    • Human Resources Management

      Community College of Allegheny County
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Vice President-Policy Council

      Issued by Family Foundation/Early Head Start on Sept 2023
      Family Foundation/Early Head StartAssociated with Monica Thomas
    • Family Council Member

      Issued by Hello Baby PGH on Aug 2023
      Hello Baby PGHAssociated with Monica Thomas
    • Parent Advisory Council Member

      Issued by Hill District Family Center on Aug 2022
      Hill District Family CenterAssociated with Monica Thomas
    • Member

      Issued by Mt. Oliver City/St. Clair Community Group on Jul 2019
      Mt. Oliver City/St. Clair Community GroupAssociated with Monica Thomas
    • Elected Auditor

      Issued by Mt. Oliver Borough on Feb 2018
      Mt. Oliver BoroughAssociated with Monica Thomas