Brandice Escobedo
Naperville,IL
Summary
Dynamic Executive Assistant with a proven track record, excelling in complex calendar management and stakeholder engagement. Adept at facilitating board meetings and enhancing interdepartmental collaboration, I leverage strategic planning and meticulous attention to detail to drive organizational success and improve operational efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Porter Pipe & Supply Co.
05.2023 - 12.2025
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication and collaboration as liaison between teams, improving project alignment.
- Developed comprehensive reports and presentations for stakeholders and board members, supporting informed decision-making.
- Arranged travel logistics and hotel accommodations for conferences and corporate meetings.
- Conducted research and data analysis to inform executive-level decision-making, enhancing strategic planning.
- Drafted board meeting agendas and circulated materials in advance for preparedness.
- Safeguarded confidential records related to executive operations and management tasks.
- Oversaw executive schedules, facilitating meetings for senior management personnel.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
WellNow Urgent Care
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Streamlined complex email and calendar management for enhanced productivity.
Coordinated cross-functional reporting and prepared presentations to support strategic initiatives.
Managed travel and expenses, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness.
Implemented strategies for effective project tracking, improving team accountability.
Facilitated conference planning and execution, enhancing participant engagement.
Oversaw onboarding processes to ensure smooth integration of new hires.
Planned and prepared for board meetings, aligning agendas with organizational goals.
Led change management efforts to foster adaptability within teams. - Managed executive calendars and scheduled appointments efficiently.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for executives and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Prepared and organized meeting agendas, materials, and minutes for executive meetings.
EXECUTIVE & PERSONAL ASSISTANT
The Room Place
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted owner and CFO with daily administrative tasks.
- Managed CEO's calendar and coordinated logistics for private jet and ground transportation, optimizing travel efficiency.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of retail environment.
- Led team meetings to align staff on company objectives and sales strategies.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels at all times.
PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Law Office
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Assisted Charles Zuganelis, Esq. with various tasks.
- Managed personal assistance, property management, private travel, correspondence, calendar, family events, and office operations under consultant contract.
- Managed attorney calendars and scheduled client appointments efficiently.
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for client cases.
- Conducted research on legal precedents and case law as needed.
SR. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Culligan International
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Supported Judd Larned, President North America, in managing critical executive tasks to enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinated international travel and logistics for executive meetings, ensuring seamless arrangements for high-level discussions.
- Managed executive calendars and scheduled high-level meetings efficiently.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for senior executives across multiple regions.
- Developed and maintained filing systems for confidential documents and records.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to GM & CMO
Citibank
01.2017 - 01.2018
CHIEF OF STAFF & Personal Assistant to Owner/CEO
Eastman Outdoors
01.2015 - 01.2017
PROGRAM MANAGER | EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Sears Holdings
01.2009 - 01.2015
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to CIO
Founders Insurance
01.2008 - 01.2009
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to VP Of Operations North America
Disney
01.2005 - 01.2008
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Tax, Treasury & Audit
Baker & McKenzie
01.2004 - 01.2005
ELECTRONIC TRADING DESK | ASSISTANT to CEO
Gelber Trading Group; CBOT
01.1997 - 01.2004
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Global Business Management
Richard J Daley College
Chicago, IL01-2002
Skills
- Complex Calendar Management
- Meeting facilitation
- Board meeting facilitation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project planning
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Agile project management
- Office administration
- Advanced MS Office Suite
- Email management
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Professional communication skills
- Confidentiality and flexibility
Timeline
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Porter Pipe & Supply Co.
05.2023 - 12.2025
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
WellNow Urgent Care
09.2022 - 05.2025
EXECUTIVE & PERSONAL ASSISTANT
The Room Place
01.2021 - 01.2022
SR. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Culligan International
01.2018 - 01.2020
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to GM & CMO
Citibank
01.2017 - 01.2018
PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Law Office
01.2016 - 01.2021
CHIEF OF STAFF & Personal Assistant to Owner/CEO
Eastman Outdoors
01.2015 - 01.2017
PROGRAM MANAGER | EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Sears Holdings
01.2009 - 01.2015
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to CIO
Founders Insurance
01.2008 - 01.2009
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to VP Of Operations North America
Disney
01.2005 - 01.2008
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Tax, Treasury & Audit
Baker & McKenzie
01.2004 - 01.2005
ELECTRONIC TRADING DESK | ASSISTANT to CEO
Gelber Trading Group; CBOT
01.1997 - 01.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Global Business Management
Richard J Daley College