Catey Salmons
Columbus,OH
Summary
Skilled executive assistant with strong organizational skills and focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential information. Known for adaptability to changing needs and reliability. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Executive Administrative Assistant
Ability Matters
10.2024 - Current
- Ensured a well-maintained office environment through inventory management, equipment maintenance, and space organization.
- Managed company-wide events efficiently, coordinating logistics for successful execution of all event components.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive project success and ensure seamless communication across the organization.
- Coordinated complex domestic and international travel itineraries, ensuring a smooth experience for executives.
- Provided exceptional support to senior leadership during critical business events, including conferences, meetings, and presentations.
- Managed high-priority projects with tight deadlines for successful completion and on-time delivery.
- Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives through diligent expense tracking and budget management for departmental costs.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication by serving as a liaison between executives and their respective teams or departments.
- Boosted staff morale through effective recognition programs that acknowledged employee achievements regularly.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks, leading to quality hires.
- Developed detailed meeting agendas, resulting in more productive discussions among team members and decision makers.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
Account Manager
Midwest Quartz
03.2021 - 08.2024
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Addressed problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
- Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Reviewed and mitigated discrepancies to increase sales, reduce costs and streamline processes.
- Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
- Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
- Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
Director of Career
Ability Matters
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support clients learning and academic excellence.
- Identified entry-level job openings for clients and graduates through phone calls, written correspondence and personal networking.
- Prepared clients for interviewing and followed up post-interview regarding perceived performance.
- Assisted qualified clients in job-seeking efforts by conducting employability workshops.
- Coordinated and supervised all Career Discovery activity
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize cliental safety during pandemic
- Educated clients on job duties, complete compensation packages and pathways to career advancement.
- Advised individuals on job search strategies, resume development and interviewing.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs/client position changes
Recruiter
Remedy Intelligent Staffing
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
- Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
- Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
Executive Assistant
Ability Matters
09.2016 - 11.2018
- Streamlined office operations by effectively monitoring and addressing client correspondence and data communications.
- Developed and implemented strategies to streamline office operations.
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
- Collected and input timesheet data into automated accounting system and processed labor corrections.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development & Family Studies
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05.2014
Skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Detail-oriented
- Expert time management
- Effective problem solving
- High-level multitasking
- Human resources support
- Document preparation
- Confidentiality and discretion
- Microsoft office mastery
- Efficient travel arrangements
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Expert calendar management
Additional Information
- Human Development & Family Studies , Bowling Green State University, Bowling GreenAugust 2010 — May 2015Pi Beta Phi, Fraternity for Women
Timeline
Senior Executive Administrative Assistant
Ability Matters
10.2024 - Current
Account Manager
Midwest Quartz
03.2021 - 08.2024
Director of Career
Ability Matters
03.2020 - 12.2021
Recruiter
Remedy Intelligent Staffing
10.2018 - 03.2020
Executive Assistant
Ability Matters
09.2016 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development & Family Studies
Bowling Green State University
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