CHIQUITA COLEMAN
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Strategic Executive Assistant and trusted partner to CEOs and senior leadership, with 25+ years of experience supporting Fortune 500 and high-growth organizations. Recognized for operational excellence, sound judgment, and a proactive, anticipatory approach. Skilled at managing complex calendars, global travel, and confidential communications while fostering clarity and trust across boards, investors, and global teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the CEO
INTERSECT POWER
12.2022 - 09.2025
- Provide direct, high-level administrative support to ensure seamless executive operations.
- Manage a highly dynamic calendar, coordinating internal/external meetings, and resolving conflicts.
- Oversee complex domestic & international travel, itineraries, and last-minute adjustments.
- Serve as liaison between CEO and stakeholders, maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Prepare briefings, agendas, and materials for meetings and Board sessions.
- Partner cross-functionally on strategic initiatives, internal events, and "Office of the CEO" communications.
- Coordinated executive schedules and managed complex travel arrangements to optimize time efficiency by 30%.
- Developed and implemented office procedures, enhancing operational workflows and communication within departments.
- Managed confidential correspondence, safeguarding sensitive information while maintaining high ethical standards.
- Proactively identified areas requiring attention or improvement, aligning priorities effectively in line with executive preferences.
- Improved team communication and collaboration through coordination of weekly meetings and distribution of agendas.
- Managed complex calendars for senior executives to facilitate efficient scheduling and meeting planning.
Executive Assistant to Engineering Leadership
META (Facebook)
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Supported three Engineering Directors across global teams.
- Managed complex calendars, travel, and sensitive communications.
- Planned off-sites & All-Hands (250 + attendees), coordinating agendas, logistics, and virtual engagement tools.
- Drove follow-through on leadership action items across functions.
Executive Assistant to Chief Internal Auditor
ILLINOIS TOLLWAY
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Supported Chief Auditor & 17 department leads; managed audits and Board deliverables.
- Coordinated schedules, reports, and stakeholder communications.
- Tracked budgets, invoices, and compliance documentation.
Executive Assistant to CEO & C-Suite
VEIN CLINICS OF AMERICA
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Supported CEO, COO, CFO, CMO, SVP, and Exec Medical Director.
- Planned high-level Board & leadership events (>$200K budgets).
- Oversaw global travel & calendar management with confidentiality and accuracy.
Executive Assistant to President & C-Suite
SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
02.2008 - 08.2019
- Managed global calendar and international travel, including visas & legal documentation.
- Coordinated multi-time-zone meetings and executive partner relations.
- Maintained confidential materials on compensation & legal matters.
- Supported onboarding & operations for senior leadership hires.
Executive Assistant to AVP
ALLSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY
09.2006 - 01.2008
- Handled executive scheduling, communications, and project coordination.
- Processed travel & expenses and ensured smooth departmental operations.
Senior Administrative Assistant, Marketing & HR
MOTOROLA, INC.
01.1994 - 01.2006
- Supported executives in Marketing & HR; managed large corporate events.
- Oversaw vendor contracts & employee-engagement initiatives.
- Maintained sensitive personnel data and internal reporting.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Roosevelt University
Schaumburg, ILSkills
- Executive & Board-Level Support
- Complex Calendar Management
- Global Travel & Logistics
- Confidential Communication
- Event & Offsite Coordination
- Budget & Expense Management (SAP, Concur)
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Notion
- Fellows
- Slack
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the CEO
INTERSECT POWER
12.2022 - 09.2025
Executive Assistant to Engineering Leadership
META (Facebook)
12.2021 - 11.2022
Executive Assistant to Chief Internal Auditor
ILLINOIS TOLLWAY
12.2020 - 12.2021
Executive Assistant to CEO & C-Suite
VEIN CLINICS OF AMERICA
10.2019 - 06.2020
Executive Assistant to President & C-Suite
SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
02.2008 - 08.2019
Executive Assistant to AVP
ALLSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY
09.2006 - 01.2008
Senior Administrative Assistant, Marketing & HR
MOTOROLA, INC.
01.1994 - 01.2006
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Roosevelt University