Amy Wendel
Austin,TX
Summary
Professional with strong expertise in client relations, negotiation, and market analysis. Adept at fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving high-impact results. Highly adaptable, with skills in financial planning, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Known for reliability and flexibility in dynamic environments.
Professional in financial sector, bringing comprehensive knowledge of market trends and investment strategies. Proven track record of facilitating successful transactions and formulating effective investment plans. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to dynamic market conditions with ease. Skilled in client relations and financial analysis, ensuring optimal results.
Experienced Financial Services Consultant and proven leader at building vibrant businesses by developing new prospects and accounts and managing customer relationships to achieve sales goals. Dedicated to generating customer goodwill and loyalty by developing key relationships with decision-makers. Demonstrated leverage network of customer contacts to increase understanding of customer needs and employ business-growth strategies.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance Broker International Business Consulting
Self Employed Services
10.2018 - Current
- Enhanced brand reputation by effectively communicating the value of services offered to potential clients worldwide.
- Built a network of trusted partners around the world who could provide local expertise when needed.
- Managed projects efficiently to deliver results on time and within budget, exceeding client expectations.
- Delivered presentations at industry events and conferences, showcasing thought leadership in the field of international business consulting.
- Expanded client base by identifying and targeting new markets for international business opportunities.
- Implemented successful marketing campaigns that increased awareness of services among target audiences globally.
- Influenced positive change among businesses operating internationally through continuous improvement of processes, systems, and methodologies.
- Evaluated potential investment opportunities through rigorous due diligence processes before presenting recommendations to clients.
Executive Assistant
CapMetro Transit Police
09.2019 - 07.2023
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
- Enhanced productivity by organizing travel arrangements and coordinating accommodations for executives.
- Assisted in the development of company policies and procedures, contributing to a more organized work environment.
- Aided in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and assisting with candidate selection.
- Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
- Assisted in preparation of high-stakes presentations, contributing to successful project pitches and client meetings.
Executive Assistant
Experian
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy.
- Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips.
- Handled administrative tasks such as expense report processing or invoice reconciliation efficiently; allowing executives to focus on high-priority responsibilities without distraction.
- Reviewed incoming communications for urgency or importance; prioritized correspondence accordingly for executive review or action.
- Scheduled appointments promptly, ensuring optimal use of executive time while minimizing conflicts or cancellations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, expediting project completion times and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Gathered documents, data, and formulated analytics to prepare issues for discussion and reports for review.
- Organized and updated schedules for executives.
- Organized travel arrangements, ensuring smooth transitions for executives during business trips.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress against deadlines, providing updates to executives as needed.
- Drafted professional correspondence on behalf of executives, fostering strong relationships with clients and partners alike.
- Assisted in event planning efforts, executing successful corporate functions that bolstered brand image and networking opportunities.
- Assisted in the development of presentations, effectively conveying crucial information to stakeholders.
- Offered assistance, collaboration and clerical support to auditors throughout entire review process.
- Coordinated complex annual meeting involving multiple presenters, high number of global attendees and robust budget encompassing livestream production, remote location arrangements and senior executive accommodations.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
Senior Exective Assistant
Luminex
06.2014 - 10.2019
- Managed schedules, events and travel plans for conferences, meetings and seminars, as well as domestic and international trips for 6 executives.
- Maintained professionalism while handling sensitive information by adhering to strict confidentiality protocols at all times.
- Developed strong relationships with internal departments to facilitate cross-functional collaboration on key initiatives driven by senior leaders.
- Assisted senior management with major initiatives and projects.
- Streamlined executive schedules by managing appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Boosted productivity levels through the development of streamlined administrative procedures and protocols.
- Coordinated complex annual meeting involving multiple presenters, high number of global attendees and robust budget encompassing livestream production, remote location arrangements and senior executive accommodations.
- Contributed to organizational growth by identifying and implementing process improvements in various administrative capacities.
- Provided exceptional customer service when representing company interests during interactions with external partners and stakeholders.
- Coordinated and executed special projects.
- Optimized time management practices with the creation of comprehensive itineraries for executive travel plans both domestically and internationally.
- Managed external contacts for CEO and kept track of periodic communication needed for priority contacts.
- Increased team collaboration by organizing regular departmental meetings, distributing agendas, and recording minutes for future reference.
- Supported decision-making processes by conducting research, compiling data, and presenting findings in concise reports for executive review.
- Facilitated successful events by coordinating logistics, vendor relations, and guest accommodations for high-level corporate functions.
- Maintained confidential, administrative support to executive team and members of board of directors.
- Created appropriate documentation for members of board and senior leadership before meetings.
- Expedited resolutions on pressing matters through effective prioritization of tasks according to urgency level required by executives.
- Enhanced communication between executives and staff by acting as a liaison and promptly addressing issues or concerns.
- Assisted in talent acquisition efforts through candidate screening, interview scheduling, and onboarding coordination for new hires within the organization.
- Managed expense tracking and budgeting tasks to maintain financial accountability for senior leadership teams.
- Directed administrative functions for board of directors, principals, consultants and key managers.
- Represented executive by attending meetings in executive's absence.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
- Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Managed complex calendar scheduling with focus on proper allocation of executive availability.
- Contributed to smooth business operations by planning and organizing meetings and conferences.
Executive Personal Assistant to CEO and Chairm
Niermann Weeks
05.2005 - 08.2018
- Served as the primary point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, maintaining professionalism in all interactions.
- Prepared comprehensive meeting agendas enabling productive discussions that led to actionable outcomes.
- Expedited decision making for the Chairman and CEO by researching relevant information, preparing reports, and presenting findings concisely.
- Increased efficiency in daily operations by implementing new administrative processes and procedures.
- Enhanced executive''s productivity by managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and organizing travel arrangements.
- Maximized time management for the Chairman and CEO with effective prioritization of tasks based on urgency level or importance.
- Provided exceptional support during board meetings by preparing materials, recording minutes, and following up on action items promptly.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during organizational changes by providing guidance on new policies and supporting affected team members.
- Improved workflow efficiencies by developing comprehensive filing systems for easy retrieval of critical documents.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by tracking progress, identifying roadblocks, and offering solutions to overcome obstacles.
- Streamlined communication between CEO and staff members through timely dissemination of information and accurate documentation.
- Organized high-profile events and conferences, ensuring seamless execution and positive attendee experience.
- Managed complex calendars successfully, accommodating last-minute changes and ensuring timely attendance to all appointments.
- Collaborated with internal departments to support cross-functional initiatives, fostering teamwork and a unified corporate vision.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
- Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
- Upheld strict timetables by maintaining accurate, balanced calendars.
Sr. Executive/Personal Assistant to CEO
LSCC
05.2008 - 04.2014
- Provided exceptional support during board meetings by preparing materials, recording minutes, and following up on action items promptly.
- Served as the primary point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, maintaining professionalism in all interactions.
- Made valuable contributions to strategic planning efforts through research, data analysis, and insightful recommendations.
- Improved workflow efficiencies by developing comprehensive filing systems for easy retrieval of critical documents.
- Streamlined communication between CEO and staff members through timely dissemination of information and accurate documentation.
- Prepared comprehensive meeting agendas enabling productive discussions that led to actionable outcomes.
- Collaborated with internal departments to support cross-functional initiatives, fostering teamwork and a unified corporate vision.
- Developed strong professional relationships with external stakeholders facilitating collaborative partnerships and enhanced company reputation.
- Organized high-profile events and conferences, ensuring seamless execution and positive attendee experience.
- Expedited decision making for the Chairman and CEO by researching relevant information, preparing reports, and presenting findings concisely.
- Managed confidential information with utmost discretion, safeguarding sensitive company data from unauthorized access.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during organizational changes by providing guidance on new policies and supporting affected team members.
- Assisted in talent acquisition process through candidate sourcing, interview coordination, reference checks to ensure top-tier hires.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by tracking progress, identifying roadblocks, and offering solutions to overcome obstacles.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed complex calendars successfully, accommodating last-minute changes and ensuring timely attendance to all appointments.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
- Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
- Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
- Took notes and dictation at meetings.
- Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
- Created and managed office systems to efficiently deal with documentation.
- Wrote reports, executive summaries and newsletters.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Led staff and vendors in providing high level of service for owner and guests.
Teacher's Aide Assistant
Department Of Defence
03.2000 - 07.2007
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 20 children.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
Executive Assistant to the Human Resources Director
Arkansas State Police
04.1993 - 08.1998
- Improved communication between HR and other departments by arranging meetings and conference calls with key stakeholders.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by providing comprehensive administrative support to the Human Resources Director.
- Reduced expenses through careful budget monitoring, tracking departmental spending trends and identifying areas for improvement.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by organizing professional development opportunities for employees and tracking participation metrics.
- Contributed to company-wide diversity initiatives by assisting with research and data analysis projects related to workforce demographics.
- Assisted with the development of company-wide policies by researching industry best practices, gathering stakeholder input, and drafting clear documentation.
- Supported successful employee relations efforts by conducting thorough investigations into workplace concerns and providing recommendations for resolution.
- Supported the development of performance management strategies by organizing employee evaluation data and generating insightful reports for leadership review.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open lines of communication between HR staff members and fostering a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Ensured compliance with employment laws by staying abreast of evolving regulations and updating appropriate policies accordingly.
- Facilitated employee onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition for new hires, preparing orientation materials and conducting training sessions.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, implementing organized filing systems and maintaining accurate records.
- Managed complex calendars and travel arrangements for the Human Resources Director, ensuring timely attendance at important events and engagements.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams on various human resources projects such as policy updates or benefits administration tasks.
- Provided exceptional customer service as a liaison between employees and HR, addressing inquiries promptly while preserving professionalism at all times.
- Assisted in the successful recruitment of top talent, coordinating job postings, resume reviews, and interview scheduling.
- Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
- Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
- Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
- Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
Education
No Degree - Law
Harding University
Searcy, AR09-2001
Skills
- Client relations
- Market analysis
- Investment strategies
- Portfolio management
- Risk assessment
- Client consultation
- Business development
- Compliance monitoring
- Client servicing
- Client engagement
- Investment research
Certification
- Texas Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
- Google IT Support Professional Certificate
- Texas Notary, exp.9.2025
- Texas Signing Agent, Background Certified exp 9/2025
Languages
English
Full Professional
German
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Experian
10.2019 - 08.2020
Executive Assistant
CapMetro Transit Police
09.2019 - 07.2023
Freelance Broker International Business Consulting
Self Employed Services
10.2018 - Current
Senior Exective Assistant
Luminex
06.2014 - 10.2019
Sr. Executive/Personal Assistant to CEO
LSCC
05.2008 - 04.2014
Executive Personal Assistant to CEO and Chairm
Niermann Weeks
05.2005 - 08.2018
Teacher's Aide Assistant
Department Of Defence
03.2000 - 07.2007
Executive Assistant to the Human Resources Director
Arkansas State Police
04.1993 - 08.1998
No Degree - Law
Harding University