ANITA L. GRIFFIN

Cell: 203-***-****

Email: ad48u5@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

A dynamic Executive Assistant with exemplary and solid experience supporting and servicing senior-level

executives. Dedicated, focused, and understands the pressures, pace, and responsibilities associated with the

executive role. Known as an exceptional communicator and hard worker; able to cultivate positive relationships

with clients and colleagues at all organizational levels; and ability to work with highly confidential information, at

the highest degree of discretion, integrity, and professionalism. A team player with excellent interpersonal and

organizational skills, who readily adapts to rapidly changing priorities and can easily multi-task and commit to

achieving project goals.

EXPERIENCE

10/2023 – Present CITY OF STAMFORD, TOWN CLERK – Stamford, CT (Seasonal)

Seasonal Assistant Registrar

● Processes vital statistics, such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, death certificates, and

dog licenses.

● Works on special filing projects, etc., and detailed oriented confidential documents.

● Ability to relate effectively with the public.

Seasonal Election Processor

● Received, generated, and processed voter Absentee Ballots (AB’s) for all 20 districts.

● Ensured all voter AB applications were complete and accurate.

● Processed voter AB applications through CVRS System.

● Compiled daily reports through CVRS System to confirm daily accuracy and

accountability.

● Scanned all AB’s through CVRS system to print ballot labels and mailing labels.

● Responsible for removing AB’s from ballot boxes daily.

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3/2017 – 3/2023 IGNITE SEARCH PARTNERS; Greenwich, CT (Retired)

Premier retained Executive Search firm focused on execution of C-Suite and Commercial searches in

Healthcare and Life Sciences.

Executive Assistant/Project Coordinator to Founder and Chief Executive Officer;

Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice

● Assisted with execution of high-level searches, partnering with varying practices on client

tracking system, contract and position specification generation, candidate selection and

interview scheduling, and general execution.

● Extensive interface with CEOs, CFOs, Presidents, and Board Chairs regarding board seat

opportunities. Researched and prepared business development presentations.

● Responsible for the day-to-day management of all activities involved with various

executive searches, i.e., client contact, database management, research, client/candidate

grid presentations, international /domestic travel, business development, etc.

● Worked closely with C-suite candidates from first contact with associates to final in person interviews and offer stages.

● Assisted the CEO in managing external facing relationships - key candidates, prospective

clients, etc.

● Extensive calendar management, ensuring internal and external priorities were managed

with the appropriate urgency.

5/2013 – 3/2017 ASKEO, INC. (GLYTEC SYSTEMS); Greenwich, CT (Dual Role to MM Dillon & Co.)

Glytec is a clinical information technology company.

Human Resources Coordinator, reporting to the Chairman

● Maintained all insurance policies, managed employee benefits, on-boarding new hires, E verify, 401k, and administered company payroll.

● Assisted with all compliance requirements and maintained related documents and files.

● Responsible for processing new employees through the company system, including

medical/dental benefits and life insurance.

2009 – 3/2017 M.M. DILLON &CO. (Formerly, CRT INVESTMENT BANKING LLC); Greenwich, CT

Healthcare and Technology Focused Boutique Investment Bank.

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer / Office Manager / Human Resources

Coordinator

● Extensive coordination of CEO’s itineraries, travel arrangements, off-site business

conferences, meetings, and trade shows.

● Extensive interface with CEOs, CFOs, Presidents, and Board Chairs.

● Responsible for the day-to-day management of all activities involved with the CEO and

his staff, including personal assistance.

● Performed QuickBooks accounting and bill paying for company, generated client invoices

from company accounting expense reports and administered company payroll.

● Performed general administrative office duties, i.e., presentations; conference room

calendars; videoconferences; presentation binding; vendor handling; and office supplies.

9/2008 - 4/2009 KORN/FERRY INTERNATIONAL; Stamford, CT & New York, NY

Recruited to return to KFI to be a trusted EA to the Chief Executive Officer, Emerging Markets

(Charles W. B. Wardell, III).

Executive Administrative Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer, Emerging Markets

● Supported the CEO, Emerging Markets, requiring foreign economic research, travel,

calendar, and liaison support.

● Coordinated board meetings and preparation of meeting/agenda documentation.

● Managed degree verification process; compiled reference reports; checked and handled

billing inquiries; and prepared all online reports.

1/2006 - 9/2008 DHR INTERNATIONAL; Stamford, CT

The 5th largest retained executive search firm in the U.S

Executive Assistant/Search Project Coordinator/Office Manager to Managing Partner,

Board & Chief Executive Officer Practice

● Office Manager of a fast-paced office, responsible for hiring and supervising

administrative assistants and clerical staff to ensure effective workflow.

● Point of contact with clients – senior level executives, CEOs, and board members.

● Prepared written proposals, engagement letters, positions specifications, candidate

packages, bios/resumes, appraisals and reference reports; created/updated status

reports.

2/1998 - 1/2006 KORN/FERRY INTERNATIONAL; New York, NY

The world's largest management consulting/recruitment firm operating 111 offices in 53 countries.

Administrative Assistant/Search Project Coordinator to Managing Partner, Global Board

Practice

● Managed data research of the company client/candidate database, and prepared client

prospective candidate reports.

● Responsible for candidate/client travel and expense reconciliation.

● Prepared client invoices and tracked past due charges.

2/1994 - 12/1997 METROMEDIA INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC.; Stamford, CT

The Company offers the development and operation of a variety of international communications

businesses.

Executive Assistant to Co-President & Chief Executive Officer

● Functioned as liaison between Co-President, the international offices in Moscow and

Vienna, and Co-President’s direct reports in other Eastern European locations.

● Coordinated extensive international travel arrangements, prepared visas, passports, and

letter of invitation requirements for Co-President and his direct reports.

● Arranged overseas Board of Directors meetings, kept detailed meeting notes, notarized

documents, and affixed corporate seal as authorized.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite; QuickBooks Management; Typing 100 wpm/Shorthand 100 wpm

OTHER EXPERIENCE

12/1986 - 2/1994 ASEA BROWN BOVERI INC. (ABB); Norwalk, CT (ABB acquired Combustion

Engineering Corporation)

Promoted within the company (several times) resulting in being the Executive Assistant to

Indra Nooyi who retired as Chief Executive Officer of PepsiCo. As EA to Ms. Nooyi, I was

selected as the only company EA to support at the ABB Top Management Forum

Conference in Oslo, Norway (annual meeting attended by 400 senior executives from 20

countries).

● Executive Assistant to Senior Vice President, Strategy & Planning

● Executive Assistant to Senior Vice President, Customer Service

● Administrative Assistant to Senior Vice President, Corporate Tax

EDUCATION

Graduate: The Berkeley School; White Plains, New York

Graduate: Stamford High School, Stamford, CT

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