Gina D’Alonzo
Philadelphia, PA 215-***-**** ********@*****.***
Summary
Executive Assistant with over 30 years of various levels of experience within a professional office setting for legal, financial and now international produce import and distribution industries; Confident in my work product as well as the positive impact I bring to the office environment; Dedicated to maintaining open lines of communication with both professional staff and support staff alike; Enjoy strategic planning, operations and administrative support.
Experience
Tastyfrutti International LLC – Direct Support for Operations Manager 2022 - present
Support Operation Manager in all required aspects to transition product to and from multiple locations (internationally and nationally)
Assist sales department with their needs (transportation and logistics)
Verify and enter orders to ensure timely deliveries
Monitor inventory for various cold storage facilities
Stage requests for quality control and inspections through QIMA, USDA, etc.; Also work with brokerage companies, US Customs and local ports
Prepare paperwork to be certain that all compliance standards are met
Active on several customer based and owned software platforms
Responsible for CHEP pallet inventory and office supplies/orders
Act as a bridge between front and back offices to maintain smooth transitional workflow
Accounts Payable duties include, invoicing, posting and cash receipts journal
Reconciles firm credit card monthly
Christie & Young PC – Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer 2003 - 2019
Support for Chief Operation Officer and Accounting Manager with daily
operational functions
Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by
keeping sensitive information confidential
Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing
Maintained proper procedure for opening all new clients/matters
Researched and updated all required materials needed for firm, employees and
partners
Responsible for office services including firm appearance and improvements
Organized all firm functions (meetings, parties, retreats, etc.)
Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for various events
Managed firm’s off-site storage facilities in Philadelphia and Boston
Christie, Pabarue, Mortensen and Young, PC – Administrative Assistant to Human 1999 – 2002
Resource Manager and Administrator
Maintained office personnel files
Composed clean and professional business correspondence
Assisted with creation of firm marketing materials including letterhead, business cards, events and publications
Processed subscriptions, license renewals, continuing education requirements and membership renewals
Monitored office equipment and scheduled repairs
Liaison for vendors and other business professionals related to firm
Coordinated all office moves and relocations
Involved in leasing agreements with additional branch offices
Christie, Pabarue, Mortensen and Young, PC – Administrative Assistant to 1997 - 1999
Paralegal Director
Responsible for maintenance of CLE events and other certification requirements for paralegals
Reviewed paralegal resumes and selected candidates for interviews
Managed Director’s calendar and responded effectively to inquiries and complaints
Tracked and submitted employee timesheets
Maintained accurate department records
Familiarity with medical terminology due to nature of business
Performed as relief receptionist as needed
McKissock & Hoffman, PC – Receptionist/Administrative Assistant 1992 - 1997
•Initially hired as a receptionist while responsible for input of timesheets
•Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front desk
•Supervised set up of conference rooms for corporate meetings and other events
•Quickly promoted to Accounts Receivable Department where I was responsible for processing client billing and reports with an exceptional degree of accuracy
Education
Philadelphia High School for Girls/Academic Diploma
Skills
Self-motivated, organized and detail oriented
Solution driven problem solver with excellent written and communication skills
Ability to multi-task
Efficient and timely completion of tasks with high degree of accuracy
Embrace advancements in technology and office modernization
Level-headed under pressure
Professional, respectful and courteous demeanor
Data Management
Catering coordination
Bookkeeping and basic accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Office; iManage; Concordance; LexisNexis; Juris; Produce Pro; AS400 and Social Media applications