Annelies McCandless
Reno,NV
Summary
Multitalented professional with several years in top-tier organizational support. Skilled at close work with senior executive team. Robust history offering office management, support staff management, training, supervision and event planning. Excellent research, project support and organizational abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Assistant
Greater Nevada Credit Union
Reno, NV
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Supported multiple c-level executives in a fast-paced, hybrid remote environment.
- Managed calendars, scheduled meetings, processed expenses, and organized domestic travel for the senior leadership team.
- Assembled complex meeting agendas and transcribed minutes for quarterly board meetings.
- Created and updated materials for regular business plan meetings in support of business development and senior leadership teams.
- Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
Executive Assistant (Contract)
Morgan Golf Managment
Remote
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Assisted founder and president in the development of a golf management startup business.
- Created website, social media pages, brochures, newsletters, business cards, and other marketing materials.
- Drafted a business plan and developed policies and procedures.
- Supported other small businesses ad hoc with freelance administrative and marketing support needs.
Events Manager
Montreux Golf & Country Club
Reno, NV
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed administrative logistics of planning, booking, and promotions for all onsite special events.
- Developed creative event themes, coordinated vendors, ordered refreshments, decor and event materials.
- Created BEOs and coordinated with kitchen and catering staff on menu, timing and setup needs.
- Developed and implemented successful marketing plans to generate event interest and revenue.
- Implemented new event software system used to create standard guidelines, calendars and budgets for each event.
Catering Manager
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Reno, NV
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
- Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers and overall catering needs.
- Worked with chefs to plan menus according to client needs and budgets.
Special Events Manager
Red Hawk Golf & Resort
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Created themes, coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for onsite weddings and special events.
- Created detailed event reports, timelines and budgets.
- Hired, trained and supervised event staff to complete setup and and execute events.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Reno Harley-Davidson
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Planned, coordinated, and executed dealership events designed to drive traffic and increase sales.
- Created monthly event calendar, managed dealership website and social media pages.
- Create artwork and advertisements for upcoming dealership events.
- Developed post-event reports to determine the effectiveness of each event.
Executive Assistant and Marketing Manager
Red Hawk Golf & Resort
01.2008 - 08.2013
- Managed executive calendars, scheduled meetings, and coordinated travel arrangements for the senior leadership team.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Transcribed meeting minutes to support sales, business development and senior management teams.
- Researched developing trends to stay updated with new ideas and marketing practices.
- Created and managed social media campaigns.
- Preparation and distribution of marketing images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edward C Reed High School
Sparks, NVSkills
- C-Level Executive Support
- Board of Directors Support
- Calendar and Email Management
- Meeting Agendas and Minutes
- Travel Administration
- Confidentiality and Discretion
- Proofreading
- Problem Resolution
- Self Starter
- Google Sheets
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- In the process of acquiring Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence ("PACE") though the American Society of Administrative Professionals.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Greater Nevada Credit Union
03.2019 - 12.2020
Executive Assistant (Contract)
Morgan Golf Managment
06.2017 - 03.2019
Events Manager
Montreux Golf & Country Club
06.2016 - 03.2018
Catering Manager
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
08.2015 - 06.2016
Special Events Manager
Red Hawk Golf & Resort
06.2014 - 05.2015
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Reno Harley-Davidson
08.2013 - 07.2014
Executive Assistant and Marketing Manager
Red Hawk Golf & Resort
01.2008 - 08.2013
- In the process of acquiring Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence ("PACE") though the American Society of Administrative Professionals.
High School Diploma -
Edward C Reed High School
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