Elizabeth
Leary
I am a highly motivated and skilled
executive assistant with 10+ years of
experience. Proficient in calendar
management, travel arrangement, and
high-level event planning. Including, but
not limited to: corporate retreats,
offsites, meetings, & conferences. I am
looking to leverage my vast knowledge
and experience to transition into a Chief
of Staff or senior management role.
Personal Information
adg8ys@r.postjobfree.com
Phone
Address
77 Claridge Place
Colonia, NJ 07067
Education
2001-09 - 2005-05
Kean University
BS in Psychology
Work History
2016-08
- present
Executive Assistant/Event Planner
Atlassian, Inc.-Trello, Inc., New York City
Manage the calendars of five executives. Including: Head of Product, Chief of Staff, Head of Engineering, Head of Trello Marketing, and Head of Product Management.
Organize all travel both, international and domestic, for all five execs and support staff. (150+ staff)
Developed, organized, and facilitated team offsite events in NYC. Including all hotel/travel accomodations, activities selection/booking, meal planning
& swag arrangement.
Utilize strong interpersonal and communications skills to welcome new team members and manage their onboarding experience with Trello. Arrange and facilitate monthly company-wide "Town Hall" zoom calls. Ensuring successful content and delivery.
For the last 3 years I have been the sole event planner for a company- wide 3-day retreat called Trello Together. I planned, supervised, and personally directed every moment of the experience. Including but not limited to: travel, hotel, activities, and all meals for as many as 230 people.
2012-01
- 2016-07
Executive Assistant to CEO & President
Hadassah, The Womens Zionist Organization of America, New York City
Managed executive office operations, IT, and staff of four assistants, for the President and CEO of a not-for-profit institution serving 330,000+ members.
Organized and executed monthly National Board meetings; including: preparation, arrangement and distribution of materials/reports, meal planning, and travel/hotel arrangements for all meeting participants. Accompanied President & CEO on all domestic/international travel to provide top level support while on location.
Developed, implemented and managed organization wide calendar that revolutionized the planning and scheduling of nation wide meetings. This Calendar was made available to all members and staff, and is now an indispensable resource for Hadassah.
2008-10
- 2012-01
Personal & Executive Assistant
Furthur Films, Inc., New York City
Served in a professional & personal capacity to support high profile entertainment couple, Michael Douglas & Catherine Zeta-Jones, and their two children. Provided a tailored level of attention to ensure needs were met and maintained.
Accompanied family on all domestic and international travel to ensure smooth operation on location.
Point person on arrangement & execution of all major events & special projects personal to the family.
Drafted personal correspondence for all 4 family members. Maintained & prioritized daily tasks and projects including: call logs, appointments, travel, correspondence and general errands. Improved communication efficiency as primary liaison between staff/vendors/guests and employees.