Executive Assistant Support Specialist

LINDA NELLIS

phone 408-***-**** • San Juan Capistrano, CA • e-mail *****.*.******@*****.***

ABOUT ME

●Executive Assistant and Organizational Support Specialist: Extensive experience supporting executives in high-growth organizations, including startups, by managing teams ranging from 25 to 400+ employees.

●Human Resource Navigator: Skilled in supporting executive leadership initiatives, facilitating seamless onboarding processes, and implementing operational frameworks to support scalability and enhance team cohesion.

●Master’s Degree Student: Pursuing a social work degree with a concentration in social innovation, policy, and reform, dedicated to driving systemic change and advancing equitable solutions.

●Newsletter Editor: Oversees content creation for the Suzanne Dworak-Peck Keck Human Rights Clinic newsletter, focusing on highlighting critical issues, advocacy efforts, and the community impact of human rights initiatives for immigrants and asylum seekers in the U.S.

EDUCATION

University of Southern California August 2024 - current

Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work

Master of Social Work (online, in progress)

The University of San Francisco

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Dean’s Award of Excellence)

The University of California, Santa Cruz

Certificate in Human Resources Management (with honors)

EXPERIENCE

MSW at University of Southern California Virtual Practicum Aug 2024 - Dec 2025

●Conducted therapy with a virtual simulated client integrating material on clinical case management, client risk assessment, ethical decision-making skills, and professional code of ethics.

●Utilized evidence-based interventions including motivational interviewing, problem solving therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

City of San Jose, San Jose, CA Aug 2021 – April 2022

Executive Assistant to City Councilmember District 6

●Supported a local Councilmember representing the Willow Glen area by coordinating professional and personal schedules, including government meetings, neighborhood associations, and community events.

●Responded to constituent inquiries regarding local issues, including COVID-19 guidance, and provided onsite event coordination for initiatives like clothing drives and shelter visits.

●Oversaw grant applications and approvals, collaborating with nonprofits and charities to ensure seamless distribution of funds and resources

SQN Investors, Redwood City, CA Aug 2018 – March 2019

Executive Assistant to Founder

●Provided comprehensive administrative assistance to the founder of a private asset management firm, managing both professional and personal schedules.

●Organized extensive domestic and international travel, including private jets, luxury accommodations, and VIP services, as well as coordinating company offsites and private events.

●Managed the founder’s private donations, liaising with fundraising associates, scheduling payments, and maintaining detailed records in Google Sheets.

Uber, Palo Alto, CA June 2016 – Jan 2018 Executive Assistant to three Senior Directors under the CTO

●Sole assistant for a 350+ member team, managing calendars for three directors overseeing Engineering, Product Management, and Machine Learning, including complex scheduling across time zones and platforms.

●Coordinated frequent domestic and international travel, processed visas, ensured valid passports, and prepared detailed expense reports with multi-currency conversions.

●Organized All Hands meetings, recruiting events with C-level executives, quarterly celebrations, and team offsites, while managing office timelines, space planning, and parking logistics.

●Organized leadership events for 16 organizations, engaging 500 attendees with programs focused on public speaking training and grassroots advocacy to address women’s employment needs.

Satmetrix, Redwood City, CA Dec 2015 – June 2016

Executive Assistant to CEO

●Managed complex calendar scheduling for internal and external meetings, coordinated domestic and international travel, and prepared detailed expense reports for the CEO.

●Project-managed All Hands meetings, executive team gatherings, business reviews, and the annual holiday party, as well as the annual customer conference with 500+ attendees, overseeing all logistics from registration to speaker management.

●Organized domestic and international certification trainings, managing registration, travel, accommodations, materials, and catering to ensure seamless execution.

ClusterHQ Inc, San Francisco, CA Oct 2014 – Nov 2015

Executive Assistant to the CEO

●Provided comprehensive assistance to the CEO and executive team, managing complex international travel, scheduling, and calendar coordination, including Board schedules across the US and UK.

●Led two office expansions in the US and UK, overseeing timelines, vendor relations, space planning, furniture selection, and move coordination, while hiring and training additional administrative staff.

●Organized quarterly executive offsites, trade shows, global conferences, local meetups, and company-wide events for a distributed workforce, ensuring seamless execution.

VOLUNTEER WORK & MEMBERSHIPS

Suzanne Dworak-Peck Keck Human Rights Clinic Nov 2024 - current

Newsletter Editor

●Curate and produce engaging content for the Suzanne Dworak-Peck Keck Human Rights Clinic newsletter, highlighting critical issues, advocacy efforts, and impactful stories to inform and inspire the community.

●Partner with board members, interns, and volunteers to collect diverse perspectives and contributions, ensuring the newsletter reflects the clinic’s commitment to justice, equity, and human rights.

●Leverage storytelling and data-driven insights to create compelling narratives that raise awareness and strengthen connections between the clinic and its readers.

Santa Clara Public Health, Sexual Health & Harm Reduction Program (SHHRP) Aug 2022 - current

Community Health Outreach Volunteer

●Distribute educational materials and safe-using supplies to raise awareness about harm reduction and the SHHRP program while encouraging community participation.

●Build relationships with community members to understand their health needs, provide referrals to housing, food, and mental health services, and advocate for improved public health infrastructure.

●Partner with local organizations, volunteers, and complementary programs to secure resources, support health screenings, and promote preventive healthcare initiatives.

●Participate in training programs and sister organizations to stay updated on health practices and information, such as:

Drug User Health Advisory Committee (DUHAC)

Santa Clara County Opioid Overdose Prevention Project (SCCOOPP)

Addiction Theory Network

Rescue the Underdog Aug 2016 - current

Onsite Support & Fundraising Volunteer

●Facilitate dog adoptions by matching potential adopters with suitable pets, conducting interviews, and providing resources to ensure a smooth transition for high-needs dogs.

●Organize and manage fundraising events, solicit donations, and create targeted email campaigns through HubSpot to increase awareness and support for rescue efforts.

●Provide temporary homes for rescue dogs, ensuring a safe environment for their recovery while actively promoting adoption within personal and community networks.

PUBLICATIONS

Alcohol use disorder conceptualizations and diagnoses reflect their sociopolitical context

December 2022, https://doi.org/10.1080/16066359.2022.2150935

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