Executive Assistant

CATHY EDWARDS

Norwalk, CT ***** 203-***-****

***************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/cathy-n-edwards SENIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Seasoned Executive Assistant with extensive experience supporting senior leaders, managing high-level priorities, and enhancing organizational effectiveness. Expert at managing complex calendars, travel and expense preparation, and coordinating high-level meetings. Recognized for maintaining confidentiality, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring smooth operations across multiple offices. Executive Support Assistance Confidentiality and Discretion Calendar and Schedule Management Meeting and Event Coordination Travel Planning and Logistics Expense Reporting & Budget Tracking Relationship Building & Cross-functional Collaboration. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Outlook Teams Concur Zoom PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

THE CAMPBELL’S COMPANY (formerly Pepperidge Farm), Norwalk, CT Senior Executive Administrative Assistant, Research & Development Division 2008 - 2024

Provided executive support to Senior Vice President and multiple members of the Senior Leadership Team through complex calendar management, travel and expense preparation, meeting scheduling, and complex event and meeting planning.

Supported a department of approximately 50 with administrative and technical assistance ensuring day-to-day operations.

Coordinated leadership and quarterly project meetings, managing document production, logistics, and commu- nications for both in-person and virtual settings.

Streamlined new hire onboarding, overseeing pre-arrival logistics, training, and office layout, increasing onboarding efficiency.

Co-led closure of Norwalk, CT office, collaborating with cross-functional partners to manage building shutdown logistics producing seamless transition for facility closure and sale.

Oversaw office facilities and vendor management, including procurement of kitchen and office supplies, equip- ment maintenance, and working with building vendors ensuring functionality and budget alignment.

Designed and implemented corporate and team engagement events to enhance team collaboration, employee recognition, and workplace culture.

Coordinated volunteer and community social responsibility initiatives such as United Way food drives, Bring Your Child to Work Day, and local charity events, promoting an office culture of giving. CATHY EDWARDS ***************@*****.*** PAGE TWO

ADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

MCKINSEY & COMPANY, Stamford, CT

Senior Administrative Assistant

Provided administrative support to senior leaders, including calendar management, complex travel coordina- tion, and document production.

Planned quarterly meetings for 40+ attendees, negotiating with hotels and outside vendors, meeting space, and day-to-day activities.

Created and managed local office recruiting and on-boarding programs. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Literature, Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY

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