Alisha L. Wood Lindstrom
Barnhart,USA
Summary
Detail-oriented and proactive executive assistant with 18+ years of experience supporting senior leaders in fast-paced, high-impact environments. Adept at managing complex calendars, coordinating travel, preparing executive-level communications, and acting as a trusted liaison to internal and external stakeholders. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity. Seeking a fully remote executive assistant role supporting C-level or VP-level leadership.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registrar
Washington University in St. Louis / Brown School
01.2015 - 03.2025
- Provided high-level executive support, including calendar oversight, complex scheduling, and preparation of reports and presentations for senior leadership
- Orchestrated planning and logistics for 330+ programs annually, managing timelines, resource coordination, and multi-departmental alignment
- Acted as liaison between executive leaders, internal departments, and external partners to drive seamless operations and maintain compliance
- Managed high-volume communications across internal teams and external stakeholders; created and maintained centralized info hubs for key operational updates
- Oversaw confidential data handling and reporting, serving as the lead verifier for a multi-year ERP implementation (Workday)
- Spearheaded the design and deployment of Brown Hub, a custom internal request platform; partnered with IT to lead project planning, system testing, launch strategy, training, and long-term support
- Supervised administrative staff and led onboarding processes, documentation management, and scheduling support across departments
- Prepared executive-level reports and briefings; ensured accuracy, clarity, and alignment with organizational goals
- Handled sensitive priorities independently with professionalism and discretion in fast-paced, evolving environments
- Facilitated cross-functional meetings and planning sessions; documented action items and followed through to execution
- Managed expense reports, travel reimbursements, and budget tracking aligned with organizational policies and deadlines
- Coordinated executive travel logistics, including itinerary development and real-time issue resolution
- Maintained inboxes and correspondence on behalf of leadership to streamline communication and prioritize timely follow-ups
Assistant Registrar (Administrative Assistant)
Washington University in St. Louis / Brown School
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Supported Registrar and academic leadership with scheduling, records processing, and compliance tracking
- Assisted in semester scheduling, registration coordination, and academic reporting processes
- Maintained student records and documentation in accordance with FERPA and university standards
- Collaborated on early development efforts for internal systems that would later scale university operations
- Provided frontline administrative support, improving efficiency across academic departments
Registrar
L’Ecole Culinaire
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Managed student academic records for over 4,000 students, ensuring full FERPA compliance
- Oversaw course scheduling, student registration, transcript generation, and graduation documentation
- Partnered with executive staff to prepare for internal audits and process improvements
- Earlier roles included coordinating career services and front desk operations—fostering strong communication and multitasking skills
Education
Associate Degree - Business Management
Vatterott College
St. Louis, MO01-2012
Skills
- Meeting Planning & Documentation
- Expense Reports & Budget Tracking
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Confidential Data & File Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace, Zoom, Sharepoint
- Microsoft Office 365
- CRM Systems, Workday ERP
- Brown Hub
- Confluence
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Records management
- Course scheduling
- Database administration
- Enrollment management
- Transfer credit evaluation
- Verification and eligibility
Affiliations
- American Association of Collegiate Registrars & Admissions Officers (AACRAO)
- Missouri Association of Collegiate Registrars & Admissions Officers (MACRAO)
Excellence in Support to Students
Staff Excellence Award – Brown School (2018)
Recognized for outstanding commitment to student support and service excellence. Honored for going above and beyond in delivering student-centered solutions, improving operational processes, and fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment for students and colleagues.
Timeline
Registrar
Washington University in St. Louis / Brown School
01.2015 - 03.2025
Assistant Registrar (Administrative Assistant)
Washington University in St. Louis / Brown School
01.2012 - 01.2015
Registrar
L’Ecole Culinaire
01.2008 - 01.2012
Associate Degree - Business Management
Vatterott College
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