Project Manager Executive Assistant

Jess van Campen

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Passionate Travel Advisor & Dynamic Project Manager with 20 years of experience supporting C-level executives, artists, and entrepreneurs across diverse sectors. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to complex problem-solving. Proven ability to manage multifaceted projects, streamline operations, and deliver outstanding support in fast-paced environments.

EXPERIENCE

Travel Advisor, FORA Travel 2024-Present

• Design and coordinate tailored travel itineraries for individuals and families, with emphasis on “off-beat” non-mainstream destinations and experiences and solo travel.

• Dedicated to learning clients ideals and utilize experience and insight on travel options, and researching new territory.

• Proficient user of Fora software, booking platforms and general CRM. Gloria Steinem, New York, NY Household Operations Manager/ Factotum 2021–2024

• Acted as primary medical liaison: coordinated, scheduled, and accompanied Ms. Steinem to all medical appointments, tracking prescriptions and health records.

• Managed weekly physical therapy and exercise calendars, ensuring consistent adherence to routines.

• Prepared daily meals and coordinated catering for meetings/events of up to 20 participants.

• Facilitated in-home and remote meetings; provided logistical support for social engagements.

• Oversaw day-to-day household management, including contractor supervision for renovations, maintenance of HVAC and security systems.

Ottava, Brooklyn Bartender/Floor Manager/Expeditor 2020-2021

• Coordinated restaurant running and staffing during precarious early days of shutdown, and slow re-opening to neighborhood.

• Managed staff payroll for restaurant and adjoining bar.

• Oversaw bar inventory.

• Developed ever changing cocktail menu.

The WordMill, Languedoc, France Co-Founder, Writer/Artist Residency 2018–2020

• Developed and launched an artist residency program hosting 20+ creatives annually, offering project management guidance and catered lodging.

• Coordinated residency schedules, application processes, and orientation for international residents.

• Designed and led creativity workshops to foster project development. The Innocence Project, New York, NY Research Consultant /Project Manager 2019

• Conducted archival research on past exoneree cases for an independent book project, reviewing case files and synthesized findings.

• Developed a project tracking system to enhance collaboration with the lead photographer’s studio. Museum of Modern Art (via Atrium Staffing), New York, NY Interim Executive Assistant 2018–2019

• Provided high-level administrative support to the Senior Deputy Director of External Affairs and the Chief Curator of Painting & Sculpture.

• Managed complex calendars and coordinated cross-departmental meetings during key project launches.

• Tracked donations for year end funding initiative. BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group, New York, NY Executive Assistant to CEO & Partners 2016–2017

• Organized international travel, visas, and meeting logistics for executive team and partners.

• Managed calendars for multiple executives; coordinated internal and external meetings.

• Planned and executed major external and internal events, including bi-annual Partners’ Meetings and Board of Directors sessions.

• Processed monthly expenses for partners and team (total of 8 people). Soros Fund Management, New York, NY Assistant to Director of Global Policy & Development 2010–2016

• Managed high-volume calendar and international travel for Director and Analyst team.

• Coordinated high-level board meetings and conference calls; facilitated logistics for external partnerships.

• Led event planning for corporate and private functions for up to 100 attendees.

• Project Management Team Assistant 2010–2012

• Compiled cross-departmental reports, distributed data, and managed vendor relationships.

• Family Office Assistant (Contract) 2010

• Processed financial transactions and maintained internal funding database. DS Wolf Group International, New York, NY Copy Editor / Executive Assistant 2007–2009

• Provided executive support to President & CEO; maintained strict schedule management.

• Scheduled interviews, tracked candidate status, and proofread all correspondence and reports. Lancôme USA, New York, NY Executive Assistant 2006–2007

• Supported Senior Management of Store Design & Visual Merchandising.

• Coordinated internal library and updated vendor/plan documentation.

• Collaborated with Marketing and Creative teams on cross-functional projects.

• Managed images library of 450+ department stores nationwide. EDUCATION

State University of New York at New Paltz, NY Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, cum laude Minor: German CERTIFICATIONS

● 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, The Yoga Bubble (2020)

● 25-Hour Advanced Teacher Training, Lotus Flow (2021)

● 25-Hour Ayurvedic Nutrition Training, Lotus Flow (2021) SKILLS

Technical: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, OpenText, Visio, SharePoint, QuickBooks, Access, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Slack, Zoom, Canvas

Project Management: Event Planning, Calendar Management, Vendor Coordination, Budgeting, Risk Management Languages: Fluent German, Basic Polish

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