Nicole M Gemmato
Highwood, Illinois *****
847-***-****:(C)
847-***-****:(H)
abjklv@r.postjobfree.com
Work Experience:
Semersky Enterprises
Executive Personal Assistant / Estate Manager
Highland Park, IL
. Worked directly for the CEO and his family managing their schedules,
contacts, creating and maintaining filing systems, as well as
responsible for reservations, errands, personal shopping, home
maintenance and estate vendors on top of supervised housekeeping and
grounds staff.
. Screened and worked as gate keeper for all personal business calls and
contacts.
. Resolved issues and avoided problems by being a forward thinker so as
to come up with solutions before aggravating the principle.
. Paid and audited household bills in addition to effectively
researching cost control and keeping account of all household budgets.
. Made domestic and international travel arrangements and itineraries.
. I was responsible for full household organization and inventory,
creating a full catalog of the estates art collection, antiques, and
fine furnishings.
. Contacted, received, negotiated and managed all proposals and
contracts for personal and professional development projects and
remodels in addition to being a liaison between Architects, General
Contractors, Laborers, Vendors and Designers.
. Planned and implemented all company functions, product launches
including grand openings, sponsorships, community benefits, political
fund raisers along with the estates personal events such as cocktail
and dinner parties, weddings, showers and holiday festivities etc.
. Managed and maintained multiple estate and rental properties including
leasing and contact for tenants.
Lee Perrin Catering
8/2002 - 5/2008
Event Coordinator/Field Chef
Lake Forest, IL
. Planned, coordinated and managed events from beginning to end
including layout, decor, menus, set up and break down.
. Prepared and beautifully presented gourmet cuisine in private homes
and businesses.
. Direct interpersonal communication with clients and vendors.
. Supervised and trained staff to use proper serving methods and
etiquette.
Brady-Wyte Furniture and Design
5/2000 - 6/2004
Sales Associate/Design Assistant
Lombard, IL
. Assisted President in all administrative functions, sales orders,
merchandising and inventory.
. Sold retail furniture and home accessories.
. Consulted and prepared interior design presentations for clients along
with coordinated and supervised layouts of residential and commercial
properties.
Dunne Consultants
8/1997 - 3/2000
Conference Coordinator
Crete, IL
. Responsible for setting up technical conferences and seminars,
arranging hotel, catering, and travel for large groups of people.
Education
JJC. Joliet, IL
Applied Science
1997
Computer Programs
ADP
Microsoft Office
Excel
Power Point
Outlook
Quick Books