Executive Assistant to C-Suite Leaders

Makeda Sylvester

New York NY 347-***-****

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EXECUTIVE BUSINESS

PARTNER

Executive Business Partner with 8+ years of experience supporting C-suite leaders across technology, legal, finance, and consulting environments. Recognized for managing high-visibility engagements, enabling cross-functional alignment, and supporting external stakeholders with a high degree of discretion and judgment. Adept at operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments while ensuring leaders have the clarity, structure, and information needed to drive strategic decisions. SKILLS • Executive Support • Calendar Management

• Expense Tracking • Travel Logistics

• Cross-functional Coordination • Vendor Management

• Confidentiality

PROFESSIONAL

EXPERIENCE

CAREGIVER 08/2023 to 04/2026

Family Care / Personal Hiatus From Workforce East Orange, NJ Took a temporary leave of absence to serve as primary caregiver for a family member, managing complex scheduling, coordination, and sensitive personal matters

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Directed complex scheduling and coordination across multiple healthcare providers

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Served as primary point of coordination for time-sensitive needs, demonstrating adaptability, organization, and reliability.

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO CEO 07/2023 to 08/2023

Two Sigma Securities New York, NY

Directed complex executive calendar, prioritizing high-impact meetings and aligning scheduling with business objectives

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Coordinated high-visibility engagements with internal leaders and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless execution

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Managed end-to-end travel logistics, including itinerary planning, documentation, and cross-functional coordination

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Supported expense tracking and reconciliation processes, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting

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SENIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT 05/2021 to 10/2022

Peloton Interactive New York, NY

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Supported Co-Founder & Chief Legal & Culture Officer in a high-visibility, fast-paced environment requiring strong judgment and discretion

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Managed complex calendar and shifting priorities, optimizing executive time across internal initiatives and external engagements

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Acted as liaison across internal teams and external partners, ensuring alignment and clear communication

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Coordinated cross-functional projects, executive meetings, and offsites, driving operational efficiency and execution

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Oversaw expense reporting, travel logistics, and administrative operations with precision and attention to detail

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT 05/2020 to 05/2021

Eden Health New York, NY

Supported multiple senior executives, ensuring alignment across cross- functional priorities and organizational initiatives

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Partnered with Chief of Staff to execute company-wide projects, internal communications, and strategic initiatives

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Managed travel, expense reporting, and scheduling logistics, maintaining accuracy and operational efficiency

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Proactively ensured executives were prepared with timely, relevant information for meetings and decision-making

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EXECUTIVE BUSINESS PARTNER 11/2019 to 03/2020

Phosphorus New York, NY

Partnered directly with CEO on operations, business initiatives, and partnerships, supporting strategic execution

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Helped build structure in a fast-moving startup environment by improving workflows and operational processes

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Supported vendor coordination and business operations, ensuring efficiency and alignment with company priorities

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Assisted in cross-functional project coordination, enabling effective collaboration across teams

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT 07/2017 to 11/2019

AppNexus New York, NY

Supported multiple senior executives across marketing, sales, and partnerships, managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

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Directed complex calendar management across global stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives

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Coordinated large-scale events, offsites, and team initiatives for groups of up to 65, managing logistics and budgets

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Acted as key liaison between executives, clients, and partners, strengthening cross-functional relationships

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• Supported expense tracking, reporting, and operational processes across departments

RESEARCH AND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 11/2016 to 06/2017 Crenshaw Associates New York, NY

Led, and executed the firm's bimonthly networking matters event that serves as a key networking and business development function. Managed a budget of $15K, compile guest list, invitations, and coordinate with all vendors

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Coordinated scheduling for executive meetings, optimizing calendar efficiency and resource allocation.

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Executive Assistant to the Chairman and Chief Operating Officer and supported a team of 15 advisors,

mentors and experts on a daily basis

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LEGAL SECRETARY 03/2015 to 11/2016

Lowenstein Sandler, LLP New York, NY

Managed legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm protocols. Assisted with closing sets by preparing execution documents in order for deals to close in a timely manner

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Coordinated scheduling for six attorneys, optimizing workflow efficiency across practice areas.

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Implemented document management system improvements to streamline retrieval processes.

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EDUCATION BBA Business Communications 12/2016

Baruch College, New York, NY

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