CHRISTINA BOCCUZZI
Ridgefield,CT
Summary
Dynamic facilities management leader with a proven track record at Melissa & Doug, excelling in capital planning and project management. Expert in optimizing operational efficiency and enhancing workplace experience, while fostering cross-functional collaboration. Successfully directed a full HQ relocation and implemented global safety standards, ensuring compliance and business continuity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Facilities
MELISSA & DOUG / SPIN MASTER INC.
Wilton, CT
05.2018 - Current
- Manage 66,000 sq. ft. Melissa & Doug headquarters, ensuring safety and performance standards.
- Oversee facilities operations for multiple satellite sites, optimizing efficiency and consistency.
- Mitigate risk by serving as the first responder for generator activation, major system failures, and server room overheating, to ensure business continuity.
- Directed full HQ relocation, including design-build, budgeting, and construction oversight.
- Implemented global health and safety standards alongside emergency preparedness protocols.
- Manage the annual facilities operating budget with complete accountability for forecasting and reporting.
- Develop capital improvement plans for HVAC, life safety, and security systems, and power systems.
- Lead space planning initiatives aligned with organizational growth objectives.
- Build strong partnerships with vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Chief of Staff / Executive & Personal Assistant / Estate Manager
MELISSA & DOUG
Wilton, CT
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Supported the CEO and founder both professionally and personally, acting as the primary liaison for executives and partners.
- Oversaw nine corporate staff members and eight household staff members; managed performance and scheduling.
- Coordinated domestic and international travel; traveled regularly for project support.
- Managed four estates across CT, NC, and the Bahamas, including vendor oversight and maintenance.
- Reviewed and processed all invoices related to business, household, and property operations.
Executive Assistant / Office Manager / Personal Assistant
ARCHEROAK HOLDINGS, LLC
Greenwich, CT
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Supported managing member of a $300M family office; managed calendars, reporting, and confidential communication.
- Executed firm accounting activities including P&L, balance sheets, and month-end close.
- Managed yearly tax binder preparation and coordination with auditors.
- Oversaw office renovation project and contractor management.
Senior Analyst
ELLINGTON MANAGEMENT GROUP
Old Greenwich, CT
04.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed clearance/settlement of global trading activity across FED, DTC, and global markets.
- Performed cash/position reconciliation, margin processing, and operational risk reporting.
- Coordinated with auditors and administrators to finalize fund statements.
Project Manager
JPMORGAN HEDGE FUND SERVICES
Greenwich, USA
07.2011 - 04.2013
- Responsible for identifying trends and implementing subsequent improvements on Cost to Serve Models, Assets under Management Files, Production Stability Reviews, and Project Portfolio Decks.
- Managed the highest level KPIs with a direct report to senior management.
- Project Manager/Lead for a Cash Reconciliation project between Greenwich & Dublin locations which required the planning and implementation of full project scope, goals and deliverables.
- Requirements included scheduling project timelines, tracking deliverables with appropriate tools, escalation, and continuously monitoring and reporting on the progress of the project to all stakeholders.
- Added value to team projects through streamlining processes in order to reach key deliverables.
Senior Operations Associate
JPMORGAN HEDGE FUND SERVICES
Greenwich, CT
06.2007 - 07.2011
- Performed operational tasks such as cash and position reconciliation, processing corporate actions, and option exercises for various hedge funds whose assets under management exceeded $60 billion.
- Processed daily trade activity for clients through the trade capture module and ensured trade entry into Geneva.
- Reviewed diverse portfolios in a timely and accurate manner to help ensure the delivery of daily and monthly NAVs.
- Proficient working knowledge of equities, fixed-income securities, asset-backed securities, options, futures, commodities, derivatives, and foreign exchange transactions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Connecticut School of Business
Storrs, CT05-2007
Skills
- Facilities management
- Capital planning and budgeting
- Workplace experience
- Project management
- Space planning
- Vendor and contract management
- Safety, security and compliance
- Cross-functional leadership
- Process improvement
Hobbies and Interests
CrossFit
Road Biking
High School Softball Umpire & Basketball Referee
NY Sports teams - Yankees, Giants, Knicks
Certification
CPR
Accomplishments
Employee of the Year (Melissa & Doug) - 2021
Affiliations
Co-Chair of Melissa & Doug Philanthropy Committee
Timeline
Head of Facilities
MELISSA & DOUG / SPIN MASTER INC.
05.2018 - Current
Chief of Staff / Executive & Personal Assistant / Estate Manager
MELISSA & DOUG
05.2018 - 06.2020
Executive Assistant / Office Manager / Personal Assistant
ARCHEROAK HOLDINGS, LLC
01.2017 - 04.2018
Senior Analyst
ELLINGTON MANAGEMENT GROUP
04.2013 - 01.2017
Project Manager
JPMORGAN HEDGE FUND SERVICES
07.2011 - 04.2013
Senior Operations Associate
JPMORGAN HEDGE FUND SERVICES
06.2007 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Connecticut School of Business