GAIL GORMAN
United States
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Organized and proactive Operations Manager with 5+ years of experience leading office operations, vendor management, and talent processes in fast-paced, scaling companies. Known for building efficient systems, streamlining workflows, and fostering collaborative team environments. Adept at managing cross-functional operations including onboarding, payroll, benefits, compliance, and event coordination. Thrives in dynamic settings and brings a calm, solutions-focused approach to complex challenges.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Office & Facilities Management Team Onboarding & Offboarding Payroll & Benefits Administration Vendor & Contract Management Corporate Compliance & Insurance Executive Calendar Management Event Planning & Coordination Talent Acquisition Support Financial Operations (A/R, A/P)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Operations Manager
Vorticity Inc. – Remote Aug 2022 – Jul 2023
● Designed and built out new office space, including layout planning, video conferencing systems, and utility upgrades.
● Led talent acquisition processes: recruiting, interview coordination, onboarding.
● Managed payroll, employee benefits, and ensured corporate compliance.
● Served as the primary point of contact for employees and leadership, including CEO calendar management.
● Oversaw vendor relations, office equipment procurement, and company-branded swag.
● Organized all corporate events: team dinners, happy hours, and offsites. Operations Manager
Cultivate (acquired by Perceptyx) – San Francisco, CA Jan 2020 – Aug 2022
● Directed full office build-out and ongoing vendor and facility management.
● Administered payroll and employee benefits, including insurance and compliance audits.
● Managed full-cycle onboarding and offboarding, including exit interviews.
● Coordinated A/R and A/P processes and maintained accurate financial records.
● Handled state and local tax filings and compliance documentation.
● Led all internal event planning and team engagement efforts. Office Manager
IPSY – San Mateo, CA Apr 2018 – Nov 2018
● Managed general office operations and facility needs.
● Led employee onboarding/offboarding and ensured smooth workspace transitions. Maintained supply inventory, swag distribution, and office equipment.
● Supported office efficiency through layout planning and vendor coordination. EDUCATION
B.A. in Accounting
Athone IT, 2020
TECHNICAL SKILLS
G Suite · Microsoft Office · Zoom · Slack · ADP · QuickBooks · Trello · Notion · Office Design & Layout Planning · HRIS Platforms