Andriana Ceban
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Result-driven business leader with proven track record in strategic planning, operational excellence, and financial management. Skilled in fostering team collaboration, driving growth initiatives, and adapting to evolving business performances. Known for strong leadership, effective communication, and focus on achieving measurable results. Proficient in decision-making, conflict resolution, and leveraging market opportunities to maximize profitability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Partner
A.N.E.W. Museum / Galleries Worldwide
Fort Lauderdale, FL
04.2025 - Current
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance exhibition visibility and audience engagement.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring optimal resource allocation for gallery operations.
- Enhanced visitor experience through the development of educational programs and community events.
- Fostered relationships with artists and curators, facilitating collaborative exhibitions and installations.
- Streamlined operational processes, improving efficiency in event planning and execution.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic decisions on collections and exhibitions.
- Negotiated high-value contracts with clients, securing profitable partnerships for the company.
- Oversaw financial management of the firm, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
- Evaluated market trends to identify new business opportunities and develop targeted growth strategies accordingly.
Executive Assistant/ Estate Manager
Private UHNWI
Delray Beach, FL\ Savannah, GA
05.2022 - 02.2025
- Managed calendars, scheduled meetings, and provided reminders for appointments and deadlines.
- Screened and directed phone calls, emails, and other correspondence, acting as a first point of contact.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and briefs, take notes and meeting minutes, managed filing systems.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business and personal processes.
- Booked and managed travel itineraries, accommodations, transportation and dinner reservations.
- Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
- Provided research assistance on various projects, leading to informed decisions based on accurate information.
- Accomplished project deadlines by assisting with task completion whenever required.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
- Coordinated staff activities and managed logistics for events held on estate grounds.
- Oversaw vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms and services.
- Led strategic planning initiatives for long-term property enhancements and sustainability efforts.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers and service providers, securing high-quality goods at competitive prices.
- Coordinated seamless transition during seasonal relocations between multiple properties under my management.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
Business Broker
Transworld Business Advisors
West Palm Beach, FL
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Completed training programs to further develop proficiency of important industry information and practices.
- Generated leads and qualified prospects, to locate, facilitate and navigate smooth business transactions.
- Responded efficiently to questions regarding licensing, commissions, CRM logins and website navigation.
- Answered inquiries and provided information to sellers, buyers or their representatives. Inquired and shared appropriate paperwork, and fulfilled quote requests, to deliver excellent client support.
- Analyzed market trends and local economic conditions, adjusting strategies accordingly to maximize results for clients.
- Created marketing materials that effectively showcased businesses'' strengths, attracting interested buyers.
- Managed confidential data carefully, maintaining client trust and adhering to professional standards of conduct.
- Collaborated with legal teams to ensure smooth transactions and compliance with all regulations during mergers or acquisitions.
- Educated clients on various aspects of buying/selling a business including financing options, contracts and agreements, taxation implications etc.
- Assisted sellers in preparing their businesses for sale, increasing the likelihood of successful transactions at optimal prices.
- Conducted thorough business valuations, enabling clients to make informed decisions about potential acquisitions or sales.
- Provided ongoing support post-transaction, ensuring seamless transitions and continued success for both parties involved.
Senior Marketing and Sales Manager
FlexShopper
Boca Raton, FL
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with team members to develop strategic advertising and sales plans focused on specific consumer or market areas.
- Developed presentations and marketing materials to illustrate campaign performance or present them in management meetings.
- Formulated and executed regional sales program and market, to expand business operations and grow overall territory.
- Collected information, verified payments and determined clients needs before securing over a new account.
- Discovered sales opportunities by showcasing products and services to interested clients. Attended local and national tradeshows.
- Developed and implemented new sales strategies to update product lines, maximize territory and increase profit percentage.
- Educate, developed and coached team member on product features to achieve sales goals and provide optimal service.
- Managed expenses, time and logistics to maximize productivity.
- Expedited resolutions to correct customer troubleshooting and questions.
Event Coordinator Specialist
Art Of Eating Catering
Southampton, NY
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Strategically planned and organized luncheons, dinner parties, conferences and special events for UHNW individuals.
- Planned and managed event logistics and operations. Performed site evaluations and cost estimates.
- Established positive relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met throughout the event planning and execution process.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between event segments by creating detailed schedules and providing clear communication to staff and participants.
- Initiated negotiations with vendors and subcontractors to maintain event budget.
- Use respectful communication to assist guests with their questions, problems, and concerns; address escalated concerns from guests.
- Build and retain a high-performance client-focused team through training, development and performance management.
- Attended and participated in industry events.
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Bricktop's West End Restaurants
Palm Beach, FL
10.2015 - 05.2019
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing guest satisfaction and retention.
- Responsible for the supervision of the staff including: delegating, coaching/developing, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with all company standards.
- Select and train new employees; develop onboarding plans for then; to ensure success. Make sure that every new member of the team has the right tools for their job.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, maintaining positive dining experiences and loyalty.
- Manage and update standard operating procedures surrounding operational requirements.
- Implemented best practices for table turnover, optimizing dining room efficiency during peak hours.
- Manage inventory, cash flow and reports. Review profit and loss statements, adjustments and reports on daily and weekly basis; make adjustments as necessary to achieve budget goals.
- Oversee and manage the purchasing of restaurant supplies and equipment.
- Through communication with the General Manager, handle customer and staff incidents, accidents, injuries and complaints in a timely and efficient manner.
- Submit work orders into software, follow-ups and rescheduled if required.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Operations Assistant
DiFebos Company
Rehoboth Beach, DE
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve profitability.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance and achieve daily objectives.
- Managed day-to-day operations.
- Negotiated with vendors and local suppliers for better prices.
- Strategically planned operations to coordinate proper allocation of resources in alignment with mission and capabilities.
Education
Breathing And Meditation Facilitator -
Foundational Breathwork Course By Wim Hof
01-2025
Associate of Arts - Information Technology Project Management
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL2020
Real Estate Sales Associate
Gold Coast Schools
09-2018
Bachelor of Science - Technology And Management in Food Industry
Technical University of Moldova
Moldova05-2014
High School Diploma -
Academy of Arts "Nicolae Sulac"
Floresti, Moldova 05-2007
Skills
- Fluent in English,Romanian and Russian
- Posses a high and positive energy level
- Enthusiastic to work in a team environment
- Strong administration and interpersonal skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset with demonstrated aptitude for project management
- Marketing
- Sales Techniques
- Planning and coordination
- Product and service knowledge
- Skilled negotiator
- Leadership
- Quick learner that easily adapts to new technologies
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Workforce training
- Financial and cash flow analyses
- Solutions development
- Financial administration
- Cost reduction
- KPI tracking
- Social media strategy
Timeline
Managing Partner
A.N.E.W. Museum / Galleries Worldwide
04.2025 - Current
Business Broker
Transworld Business Advisors
09.2022 - 01.2024
Executive Assistant/ Estate Manager
Private UHNWI
05.2022 - 02.2025
Senior Marketing and Sales Manager
FlexShopper
12.2020 - 04.2022
Event Coordinator Specialist
Art Of Eating Catering
05.2019 - 11.2019
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Bricktop's West End Restaurants
10.2015 - 05.2019
Operations Assistant
DiFebos Company
05.2014 - 09.2015
Associate of Arts - Information Technology Project Management
Palm Beach State College
Real Estate Sales Associate
Gold Coast Schools
Bachelor of Science - Technology And Management in Food Industry
Technical University of Moldova
Breathing And Meditation Facilitator -
Foundational Breathwork Course By Wim Hof
High School Diploma -
Academy of Arts "Nicolae Sulac"
Computer skills
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Adobe Premier, Adobe Photoshop, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Infusionsoft, STATA, IBM SPSS Statistics, AutoCAD, and MailChimp, Outlook, Magento, QuickBooks, Dropbox, Zoom.
Activities and Volunteering
- Member PMI South Florida Chapter; 2020-2023
- Member of Alumni Association; 2020-2021
- Volunteer Breast Cancer Research Foundation " Paddle for Pink"; Hampton, NY 2019
- Volunteer for Feed South Florida Foundation; 2020-2022
- Volunteer for Epworth United Methodist Church; Rehoboth Beach, DE 2015
- Volunteer for Purvis Young Foundation; Miami, Fl 2025