Barri Cote
Cleveland,TN
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Mededge, Mighty Capital and Conservation Mart adept in project management and operations, enhancing efficiency by 15%. Expert in advanced MS Office suite and adept at fostering stakeholder relationships. Achieved a significant $200,000 revenue increase, showcasing an ability to drive growth and maintain strict confidentiality. She is a resourceful professional in executive support, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in advanced scheduling, document management, and confidential correspondence handling. Excels in time management, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced, start-up environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant / Director of Operations
Mededge
Indianapolis, IN
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
- Managed all Marketing and Social Media
- Built the companies website
- Facilitated board meeting agendas and distributed support materials in advance for successful sessions.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives.
- Created and maintained up-to-date records related to customer accounts or financial transactions.
- Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.
- Coordinated executive and senior management vacation, day-to-day meeting and travel schedules.
- Coordinated multiple schedules using online calendaring system.
- Researched and prepared information for presentations to high-level executives.
- Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
- Acted as a liaison between the executives and internal and external stakeholders to facilitate communication flow.
- Managed budget of $10M across multiple projects, delivering 99% of them within budget.
- Led development of a new project management system, reducing waste by 25%
- Established staff development initiatives, resulting in a 10% increase in employee retention rates.
- Oversaw a team of 15, resulting in a rise in department efficiency by 15%.
- Reduced operating expenses by 20% by streamlining processes.
- Implemented new scheduling system which led to a decrease in employee overtime by 10%
Director of Operations
Conservation Mart
Atlanta , GA
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Designed and implement strategies to maximize revenue through digital content and advertising.
- Managed 2 warehouses and all inventory.
- Increased Revenue by $200,000 my second month with the company and kept this increase the whole way through.
- Identified new monetization opportunities, including premium content offerings, sponsorships, and partnerships.
- Oversaw the monetization strategy for company portals, ensuring alignment with audience needs and business objectives.
- Developed revenue-driving initiatives such as ad placements, affiliate marketing, and partnerships.
- Managed all Social Media and Marketing Initiatives
- Built companies website
- Analyzed user behavior, engagement metrics, and conversion funnels to identify areas for revenue optimization.
- Collaborated with product and UX teams to implement improvements that drive engagement and monetization.
- Developed a calendar of premium content and campaigns designed to drive subscriptions and user retention.
Executive Assistant / Director of Operations
Mighty Capital
San Francisco, CA
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Utilized financial analysis to prepare plans of action for investment.
- Managed all Marketing, Social Media and Email Marketing campaigns.
- Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.
- Developed presentations for board meetings and other key stakeholders.
- Drafted official correspondence on behalf of the CEO in accordance with company policies.
- Supervised preparation of documents, financial models and presentations.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of existing policies and procedures to identify areas for improvement.
- Analyzed budgets and implemented action plans to rectify issues.
- Performed detailed analysis of investment portfolios including capital gains and losses calculations.
- Worked with potential investors to support IPOs and ensure success.
- Guided stakeholder strategies with financial advice.
- Monitored compliance with SEC regulations for all investments in the portfolio.
- Built productive relationships with stakeholders to continually develop new business.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Grey & Bash
Tampa, FL
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.
- Drafted official correspondence on behalf of the CEO in accordance with company policies.
- Compiled meeting agendas and supportive materials ahead of meetings.
- Developed presentations for board meetings and other key stakeholders.
- Streamlined processes related to onboarding new employees into executive positions.
- Coordinated multiple schedules using online calendaring system.
- Set up meeting and event logistics for senior management and updated calendars.
- Researched and prepared information for presentations to high-level executives.
- Ensured that confidential information was kept secure at all times according to corporate policies.
- Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
ProtaTECH
Santa Clarita, CA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Researched and prepared information for presentations to high-level executives.
- Conducted research and collected and analyzed data to prepare reports and documents.
- Answered telephone calls from customers or clients providing assistance where necessary.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives.
- Provided administrative support in preparing contracts, invoices, purchase orders, and other documentation required for daily business activities.
- Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
- Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.
- Managed and tracked expenses to meet company budget requirements.
- Prepared reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, and other documents as needed by the executive staff.
- Performed data entry tasks into various software programs including MS Excel spreadsheets.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05-2014
Skills
- Travel administration
- Document handling
- Meeting planning
- Project Management
- Operations
- Advanced MS office suite
- AS/400
- Workers' compensation
- QuickBooks expert
- Email management
- Human resources management (HRM)
- Administrative support specialist
- Invoice processing
- Information confidentiality
- Report analysis
- Social media
- Document preparation
- Schedule & calendar planning
- Financial services
- Presentation development
- Compensation and benefits
- Social media management
- Conference planning
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Quickbooks
Affiliations
- Won Nationals and Junior Olympics in Show Jumping
Timeline
Executive Assistant / Director of Operations
Mededge
08.2024 - Current
Director of Operations
Conservation Mart
03.2023 - 01.2025
Executive Assistant / Director of Operations
Mighty Capital
01.2021 - 03.2023
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Grey & Bash
01.2015 - 01.2021
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
ProtaTECH
01.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Rutgers University