Abigail Thompson
Columbus,OH
Summary
Experienced with strategic planning and project management. Utilizes leadership skills to drive team performance and operational excellence. Track record of delivering high-impact results through innovative problem-solving and effective communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Employee Experience Director
Maslansky + Partners
05.2016 - Current
- Act as a key strategic partner to the CEO and C-suite executives, offering high-level administrative support and guidance on mission-critical projects and organizational goals all the while streamlining decision-making processes and enhancing communication efficiency, resulting in a 25% improvement in project delivery timelines.
- Manage confidential and high-priority executive communications, ensuring the CEO and leadership are well-prepared for strategic discussions and decision-making
- Spearhead leadership initiatives, ensuring executives' projects are executed on time, aligned with business objectives, and driven by data-backed decisions
- Lead all aspects of the employee experience strategy, driving a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the organization
- Partner closely with senior leadership teams to provide key insights and recommendations for enhancing organizational culture, improving employee engagement, and streamlining operations
- Provided actionable insights that contributed to a 20% improvement in employee satisfaction and reduced turnover by 12% in the first year of implementing new strategies.
- Design and execute complex events and initiatives, catering to senior leadership needs and providing tailored solutions for leadership development and team building
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, handling the negotiation of contracts and managing six-figure project budgets with precision
- Lead a successful L&D department, ensuring that all team members have access to cutting-edge tools and training, empowering them to become influential leaders
Employee Experience Manager
Ogilvy Public Relations
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Provided strategic executive-level support to senior leadership teams, including organizing key meetings, strategic events, and aligning projects with company vision
- Established strong relationships with clients, fostering loyalty and repeat business through exceptional service delivery
- Facilitated cross-functional communication, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned with senior executives' strategic priorities
- Managed content creation and media strategy for senior leadership's public appearances and presentations, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging
Project Coordinator
BMF Media
06.2013 - 03.2014
- Provided executive-level support during large-scale events, including managing logistics for talent, press, and senior stakeholders during high-profile events like Lollapalooza
- Coordinated with senior leadership to ensure events were executed flawlessly, managing timelines, on-site staff, and vendor relations
- Acted as a trusted liaison between senior executives and external stakeholders, maintaining communication flow and driving seamless event coordination
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Public Relations
Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, OH05.2011
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
Timeline
Employee Experience Director
Maslansky + Partners
05.2016 - Current
Employee Experience Manager
Ogilvy Public Relations
05.2014 - 05.2016
Project Coordinator
BMF Media
06.2013 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Public Relations
Baldwin Wallace University