Heather L. Forrester
Executive Assistant
Post Office Box 763 . Shasta Lake, CA 96019 . 559-***-****
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Dedicated, detail-oriented, dependable administrative professional offering
significant experience in self-directed positions requiring effective
support and administrative abilities. Proven interpersonal, communications
and multi-tasking skills. Adaptable team player recognized for willingness
to learn and teach newly acquired skills.
Summary of Qualifications
. Provided support to C-Level Executives by conducting calendar management,
meeting coordination, domestic and international travel arrangements,
PowerPoint presentations, expense reports, spreadsheets, correspondence
and client interface.
. Demonstrated administrative expertise in vendor management, front desk
supervision, supply purchasing, equipment repair coordination, and office
moves and build-outs.
. Possess technical proficiency in operating standard office machinery, and
software including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Visio,
and Project, Lotus Notes, Oracle.
Professional Experience
Sony Computer Entertainment America (6/10-11/10)
Executive Assistant to the President/CEO (contract) (Salary: $75k)
. Seamlessly assumed Executive Assistant role during employee's maternity
leave, easing the minds of both the President and Executive Assistant
with no interruption in level of service provided to President.
Wathen-Castanos, Inc. (11/00-6/09)
Executive/Personal Assistant & Office Manager (Salary: $75k)
. Slashed corporate costs over $2,000 per month by switching
teleconferences to a free service provider.
. Further cut costs over $750 per month by terminating beverage delivery
service and making Costco runs on lunch hours.
. Acted as company representative in Toys for Tots annual program, creating
additional drop-off location and promoting campaign to employees and
homeowners.
San Mar Properties, Inc. (9/99-10/00)
Executive Assistant to the President (Salary: $32k)
. Streamlined tracking system for property rental activity by creating and
maintaining spreadsheet
. Ensured timely payment of mortgages and insurance for 30 properties.
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Education
California State University, Fresno (Fresno, CA) Dec. 1987
BS Degree - Business Administration, Personnel & Industrial Relations
California Notary Public
Travel Agent
Community
Toys for Tots drop-off location coordinator (2006-2008)
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer (2008)
Joy Prom Volunteer (2010)
Love Works Volunteer (2010)
Kiva.org
*please note: additional 15 years of professional experience information
is available upon request