LEKELA E. EASTON
Oxon Hill, MD, 20745
P H O N E: (2 0 2) 4 6 0 - 3 8 9 8
E M A I L: W A S H I N G T O N K E A N A 2 4 @ Y A H O O .C O M
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position where a strong sense of responsibility and commitment, accuracy in handling details and an enthusiastic outlook will be an asset.
EXPERIENCE
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. 04/16- Present
Washington DC
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Coordinate proposal efforts, from discussing strategy, to managing the team, to preparing final deliverables
Prepare marketing documentation, including flyers, brochures, statements of
qualification and client presentations
Participate in business development planning and strategizing
Coordinate technical edits on proposal and project documents with project managers,
writers, and project production located in offices throughout US and Canada
Work simultaneously on multiple projects
Communicate and collaborate with colleagues of all levels, from peers to regional vice presidents, from varying disciplines, including engineers, scientists, and marketers
Work collaboratively with clients to prepare standard operating procedures
Performs administrative and office support activities for multiple supervisors. Duties may include fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, word processing, filing, and faxing and strong communication skills.
Producing Quarterly reports for client meetings
Manage Area President’s schedule, communication, travel coordination and expense report
Manage inflow/outflow of information requiring Area President approval
Assist Area President in communications with Senior Staff and member companies
Manage deliverables to the Area President and provide any necessary reporting
Develop relationships with key operational contacts, both internal and external,
Plan and execute key office events Sort and distribute incoming mail
Oversee all aspects of publication orders including inventory and maintenance of
inventory
Oversee all administrative aspects of seminars including registrations, confirmations, certificates, badges & amp; evaluations, preparation and mailing of materials to seminar/meeting sights
Assist staff in creating a system for responding to telephone and written requests for industry information
Manage all vendor and service provider relationships.
Coordinate with Board of Directors, Board of Grants and Executive Committee in order to schedule meeting dates, locations and times.
Synthesize input from president and staff to coordinate and manage office workflow, troubleshooting scheduling conflicts as needed.
Manage annual budget process, including maintaining files, databases and pertinent data.
Support annual audit, providing files, records and support in compilation of the 990 and 5500 forms.
Liaise with external accounting firm.
Exhibit appropriate judgement in communications with board members, students, colleges, universities and public at large.
Ensure that all items are invoiced and paid on time.
Secure bids and manage contract and price negotiations with vendors and service
providers.
Manage appropriate liability and business insurance for the foundation.
Monitor and maintain office supplies inventory.
Collaborate with contracted agency to supply pertinent information for the state
charitable regulation submission.
Process incoming and outgoing mail and field routine correspondence and phone
inquiries.
Assemble printed and digital material for Board of Directors and committee meetings.
Williams Lea, Inc. @ Bracewell & Giuliani, LLP 04/13- 04/16
Washington DC
Office Service Associate
Hospitality such as setups for high volume meeting conferences for catering.
Receptionist back up for front desk.
Process high volumes of incoming and outgoing mail. Deliver mail and packages throughout the client location, following applicable distribution procedures.
Complete large numbers of reprographics requests according to job ticket instructions.
Williams Lea Inc. @ Latham &Watkins, LLP 03/11 –04/13
WASHINGTON DC
Office Service Associate
Process incoming and outgoing mail as well sorting confidential documents
Create FedEx, UPS labels for outgoing packages
Maintain an organized work environment
Input unidentified mail in Word Excel Data Entry. Answering phones, Receptionist functions, Sending and Receiving mails, typing.
Printing documents, faxing documents.
Creating shipment labels through SDS global logistics system.
Arranging confidential packages for pickup or drop off via Washington express or RDMS.
Courier for clients Handle office closing procedures.
Set-up conference rooms including audio/visual equipment, furniture configuration, and food/beverages as needed.
JetRock Bar & Grill 06/05-8/08
Regan National Airport
Arlington, VA
Server/ Assistant Bar Back
Dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction by remaining accessible and friendly.
Exceptional interpersonal and team building skills with an aptitude for building rapport with a diverse
Range of customers, managers, and colleagues; talent for quickly resolving issues prior to escalation.
Thorough knowledge of menu offerings, including gourmet food, spirits, and wine pairings.
Skilled at anticipating, identifying and fulfilling guest needs and clarifying special orders.
Success multitasking while remaining professional and courteous in fast-paced environments.
Area Expertise: Skills:
Appointment Setting Microsoft word typing 35- 40 WPM
Attention to Detail Usage of Ricoh Printer & Copier Model # PRO 907EX
Clerical
Client Relations
Communication
Computer
Concur Expense
Travel Arrangement
EDUCATION
LARGO HIGH SCHOOL Graduated (2005)