RENITA HUDSON

773-***-**** • ad303t@r.postjobfree.com

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Driven, organized, resourceful, and meticulous office professional with exceptional leadership skills, meeting rigorous priorities, policies, procedures, as well as deadlines in fast paced environments. A proven professional with the ability to positively influence others, while adapting quickly to change. My superior people skills and strong aptitude for improving accuracy, streamlining processes, and efficiencies, while contributing to the achievement of organization objectives are valuable assets to the business. EXPERIENCE

LASALLE NETWORK - Chicago, IL 2022 – 2024

Executive Assistant (Contractor Roles)

• Served as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors and oversaw the planning and execution of Board meetings, and board materials.

• Organized and orchestrated all planning regarding complex calendar management for Executives.

• Coordinated and arranged travel domestically and internationally for Executives. BEAM SUNTORY – Chicago, IL 2019 – 2022

Executive Assistant to Chief Legal Officer & General Secretary Served as liaison and coordinator for the CLO. Managed day to day operations of the organization, all events, and special projects as needed. Organized and orchestrated all planning and details regarding complex calendar and space management. Conducted internet research on companies and individuals to prepare for meetings. Planned and organized quarterly international staff meetings, agendas, meeting materials, event planning, seminars, and workshops.

• Maximized the CLO’s effectiveness by leveraging his time in a way that ensured a focus on the highest priority organizational issues and initiatives; including engaging the right participants in and out of meetings and problem solving with stakeholders in advance to maximize their time with the CLO.

• Owned and supported the operating cadence and productivity of leadership meetings by planning of quarterly business reviews, leadership off-sites, agendas, presentations, and execution of action items and strategic plans.

• Provided a bridge for smooth communication between the CLO's office and internal departments; demonstrated leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff.

• Managed complex calendar, projects, measured progress, and offered recommendations for improvements and streamlining processes.

LASALLE - Chicago, IL 2012 – 2019

Sr. Executive Assistant

Provided comprehensive executive management support and supervision of support staff, and consultants. Ensured efficiency of department through organizational and technology processes. Coordinated executive communications, including emails, letters and memos. Prepared internal and external organization documents for Executives.

• Facilitated meetings on behalf of the EVP, including preparing the agenda, and presentations.

• Managed EVP’s schedule maintaining accuracy while alerting Executives to changes and conflicts.

• Planned and organized global meetings, video conferences, conference calls.

• Developed relationships with dignitaries, public officials, governmental agencies, and stakeholders.

• Prioritized, and followed up on all critical sensitive or confidential matters addressed to the CEO. Determined appropriate course of action, referral, or response. ALBERTO CULVER - Melrose Park, IL 2008 – 2011

Executive Assistant to Chief Marketing Officer

Direct representative for the Marketing Department, reporting to the CMO, whose role is to help facilitate all fundamental Marketing functions, while ensuring the successful implementation of division goals. With diverse yet substantive responsibilities, this role works with faculty and staff as well as external constituents, making this a key position within Alberto Culver.

• Provided high level support to the Chief Marketing Officer of a $1.5 billion manufacturer of beauty and personal care products in complex calendar management, document preparation, and special projects.

• Partnered with Finance, Operations, and Sales, ensuring realization of key strategic objectives.

• Excelled in resolving employer challenges with innovative solutions, systems and process improvements proven to increase efficiency while ensuring confidentiality.

• Demonstrated broad range of event/program management for senior leadership off-site meetings, events, VIP tours, and team-building activities, including hotel/venue negotiations, cost containment, themes, and entertainment. Technical & Administrative Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Video Conferencing Tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams)

• Time Management & Task Prioritization

• Event Planning and Execution

• Interdepartmental Collaboration

• Confidential Document Preparation & Editing

• Professional Verbal & Written Communication

Educational Background

Attended Chicago State University