Barbara Strati
Valhalla,NY
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a track record of successfully supporting complex, deadline-driven operations. Instrumental team player skilled in meeting planning, database management, and special project assistance. Customer-oriented and computer-savvy.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Zachys Wine & Liquor Inc.
Port Chester , NY
02.2002 - 07.2024
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, managing calendars and scheduling meetings.
- Organized executive presentations, reports, and correspondence for internal and external clients.
- Composed confidential communications on behalf of senior executives in response to inquiries from staff members or external contacts.
- Coordinated travel arrangements including flights, hotels, transportation, visas, and itineraries.
- Acted as a liaison between the executive team and other departments within the organization.
- Prepared agendas for meetings in consultation with the executive team to ensure all necessary materials were available prior to each meeting.
- Managed procurement and facilitated neat inventory of office supplies, furniture and seating arrangements for entire organization.
- Successfully executed a range of employee and client events, including onsite and offsite activities. Additionally oversaw the planning and organization of significant fundraising campaigns.
General Manager
Court Sport Health & Fitness
Elmsford , NY
03.1998 - 02.2002
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
Customer Service Representative
Aetna Casualty & Surety/Travelers Ins Co
Purchase , NY
06.1991 - 02.1998
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
- Conferred with customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products or services and take orders.
Education
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
White Plains, NY06-1969
Skills
- Able to take direction
- Administrative Skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Effective problem solving
- Excellent interpersonal abilities
- Team leadership experience
- Office equipment proficiency
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Database Management
- Mail Management
- Staff Management
- Customer Service
- Travel administration
- Scheduling
- Administrative Support
Certification
- Licensed Notary Republic NYS since 1995.
Timeline
Senior Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Zachys Wine & Liquor Inc.
02.2002 - 07.2024
General Manager
Court Sport Health & Fitness
03.1998 - 02.2002
Customer Service Representative
Aetna Casualty & Surety/Travelers Ins Co
06.1991 - 02.1998
- Licensed Notary Republic NYS since 1995.
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
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