Objective
Accomplished professional with extensive experience providing effective and comprehensive support to C-Suite Executives. Possesses high level of managerial and communication skills and the ability to work under fast-paced, demanding conditions. Maintains the highest degree of integrity, supported by flawless record of preserving confidentiality.
Profile
Insightful, innovative, and a collaborative Executive Assistant with vast knowledge in the coordination, planning, and support of daily operational and administrative functions. Talent for quickly mastering technology – proven ability in Microsoft Office Systems-Excel, Word and Powerpoint. Accustomed to handling sensitive, confidential records. Demonstrated history of producing accurate, timely reports.
Flexible and versatile – able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences. Thrives in deadline-driven environments. Excellent team-building skills.
Skills Summary
Executive Office Management
Written Correspondence
Leader and Decision Maker
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
Highly Flexible
Adaptable to Changing Needs
Self Motivated
Notary Public Licensed in Georgia
Strong Work Ethic & Team Spirit
Manages Projects Through Completion
Excellent Business Judgement
Problem Resolution
Professional Experience
PRGX GLOBAL, INC.: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT OCT. 2007-PRESENT
Manage and maintain CEO’s and CFO’s calendar and arrange complex domestic and global travel arrangements.
Handle daily office responsibilities including screening executive’s calls, mail and email, filing, expense report preparation and data gathering.
Compose and transcribe written communications, memorandums and other documents, proofread all internal and external communication.
Assist with preparation, review and dissemination of confidential communications with the Board of Directors, Executive Board, Audit Committee and Compensation Committee.
Set up and prepare materials for quarterly Board meetings and Annual Shareholder’s meeting.
Organize and oversee all aspects of event planning for the CEO/CFO including choosing location, maintaining budget, arranging travel, coordinating team-building acitivities, and selection of meals for off-site meetings.
Code and process vendor invoices for payment and assist with department budgeting.
Assist members of the Senior Leadership Team as requested.
ARBY’S RESTAURANT GROUP: SENIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT MAY 2005- SEPT 2007
Execute and follow up on various administrative and secretarial functions using both area specific and general administrative knowledge. This included functioning as the “go to” person for questions related to organizational structure, policies and procedures.
Manage and maintain COO’s calendar and all travel and entertainment arrangements.
Daily office duties include: screening executive’s calls; mail and email; filing; expense report preparation; data gathering.
Responsible for annual departmental budget.
Proactively learned the business and utilized knowledge to expand scope of duties.
Directed and participated in various fund raising events.
STARWOOD HOTELS & RESORTS: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT OCT 2004-APRIL 2005
Assisted in assuring smooth and efficient administrative management of the office of the CEO.
Coordinated and scheduled extensive travel arrangements (both domestic and international), appointments, confidential document distribution, and guest relations.
Liaison with business partners, Board of Directors, and other senior level company executives and high profile clients.
Composed written communications, type letters, memorandums and other documents, proofread outgoing communication.
Delivered high degree of independent judgment and discretion.
TURNER BROADCASTING SYSTEM, INC.: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT FEB 2000-OCT 2004
Managed and prepared departmental budget and long range plans.
Generated monthly budget reports, reconcile monthly ledger, and compile end of year accrual report.
Approved and processed expense reports and vendor invoices.
In charge of all personnel files, employee timesheets, track employee vacation/sick time, process all new hire and terminated employees.
Planned and oversaw office moves for individual employees and department.
Administered all aspects of maintenance and acquisition of office equipment & research library.
Directed and coordinated training and off-site events for department.
Responsible for all internal department meetings, delegated small projects for Executive Vice President and Senior Vice President.
Scheduled complex travel arrangements and appointments, confidential document distribution and guest relations.
Interfaced with business partners and other senior company executives – handled all expense reporting.
Gathered and prepared weekly status reports for the Executive Vice President of Finance.
LEND LEASE REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS: EXCUTIVE ASSISTANT SEPT 1998-FEB 2000
Broad and extensive administrative management support including preparation of correspondence and reports, arranging appointments, meetings and travel plans.
Researched and organized credit information on companies.
Supported and assisted with special projects.
GOODMAN SEGAR GVA: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT SEPT 1997-SEPT 1998
Composed and transcribed letters and draft leases, commission and sales contracts.
Merged property information for marketing.
Created and assembled property information packages.
Arranged personal appointments and travel plans.
GA LIONS LIGHTHOUSE FOUNDATION: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT JULY 1986-SEPT1997
Handled complex administrative mgt. support, accounting, finance, client and vendor relations.
Negotiated charges for medical services on behalf of a non-profit.
Maintained over 4000 patient files and manage all financial records and reports.
Handled all aspects of accounts payable, receivable and prepare monthly income and expense reports.
Education
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY – Atlanta, GA.
Bachelor of Science, 1992
Major: Early Childhood Education