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Carina Parker

Hoboken,NJ

Summary

Experienced assistant skilled in scheduling, travel coordination, and administrative support. Proactive in streamlining processes and improving communication for greater efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Household Manager

Private Residence
Jersey City, NJ
01.2025 - Current
  • Manage comprehensive household operations, including the maintenance of essential supplies across multiple areas (kitchen, master bedroom, guest bathroom, laundry closet).
  • Conduct regular grocery shopping at the principal's preferred stores, and maintain optimal inventory levels of household supplies for seamless homeowner convenience.
  • Coordinate logistics for multiple services, including pet care schedules, returns, and dry cleaning.
  • Oversee household presentation standards by directing cleaning priorities to maintain the principal's preferred environment.
  • Develop and implement streamlined organizational processes to enhance household efficiency.
  • Document all tasks and notes meticulously in the house management system spreadsheet.

Assistant to Owner and CFO

Chandelier Events
New York, NY
06.2023 - Current
  • Manage VIP client relations for high-net-worth and celebrity clientele, ensuring 100% satisfaction with event concepts and execution
  • Spearhead comprehensive logistics for C-Suite executives, developing detailed action plans and coordinating cross-functional teams
  • Establish and maintain strategic relationships with vendors, artists, and venue partners
  • Orchestrate business development initiatives, leading team travel and expanding client base across the East Coast
  • Direct on-site execution of high-profile corporate events including award ceremonies, panel discussions, and executive gatherings
  • Create and implement systematic approaches for document management and contract administration
  • Coordinate talent to arrive in a timely manner, follow run of show, and satisfy contractual needs
  • Corporate event experience coordinating on-site events: award ceremonies, panel discussions, and meals

Lower School Head Teacher

Quad Preparatory School
New York, NY
09.2019 - 06.2023
  • Supervised associate and psychosocial teachers in the classroom through effective task delegation and mentorship
  • Used software platforms such as Canva and Google Suite to create professional materials, templates, and resources
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to strengthen and differentiate instruction
  • Executed curriculum adaptation initiatives while maintaining educational standards and student needs
  • Demonstrated exceptional written and verbal communication skills through detailed reports and stakeholder conferences
  • Maintained thorough records by creating a system for tracking student accommodations, and developing systematic documentation for student progress, IEPs, and curriculum maps resulting in improved efficiency for all team members

Administrative Assistant and Interim Personal Assistant

BB ENDEAVORS, LLC
New York, NY
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Uphold day-to-day operations and time-sensitive administrative tasks, including maintaining executive's personal and expense accounts and processing critical documentation
  • Managed comprehensive global travel logistics including cross-time zone scheduling, airline/hotel bookings, and last-minute itinerary changes
  • Organized branded product inventory, while maintaining strict confidentiality
  • Coordinated high-profile speaking engagements, product launches, and personal events, ensuring seamless execution
  • Streamlined executive productivity through proactive document management, calendar optimization and problem-solving in time-sensitive situations

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Concentrations in Economics and Marketing

Fordham University
New York, NY
05.2017

Skills

  • MS Office Suite
  • Event coordination
  • Vendor relations
  • Google Suite
  • Canva
  • Client satisfaction
  • Customer service
  • Logistics planning

Timeline

Household Manager

Private Residence
01.2025 - Current

Assistant to Owner and CFO

Chandelier Events
06.2023 - Current

Lower School Head Teacher

Quad Preparatory School
09.2019 - 06.2023

Administrative Assistant and Interim Personal Assistant

BB ENDEAVORS, LLC
09.2017 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Concentrations in Economics and Marketing

Fordham University