Christina Gest
Orient,Ohio
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with 16+ years of experience providing comprehensive administrative support to executive leadership, including Presidents, General Managers, and CIOs. Adept at managing complex schedules, handling confidential information, and coordinating cross-departmental efforts. Proven track record of creating polished executive-level reports, presentations, and financial summaries using software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Pro. Skilled in managing multiple priorities, maintaining professionalism, and fostering effective communication at all levels.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Project Specialist
Columbus Regional Airport Authority
01.2022 - Current
- Provide strategic administrative and project management support for the IT department, overseeing daily operations and high-impact initiatives
- Serve as a liaison across departments, streamlining communication and driving operational efficiency
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to track project milestones and deliverables, ensuring timely updates and transparency for all stakeholders
- Manage a $6.5M budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost-effective solutions.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE SVP & CIO
Franklin University
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Supported the SVP & CIO with administrative duties including managing calendars, departmental budgets, and communications
- Assisted in the creation of executive reports, project summaries, PowerPoint presentations, and other correspondence, allowing the executive team to remain focused on critical tasks
- Acted as the liaison between the executive team and internal departments, organizing meetings, setting agendas, and following up on actionable items
- Attended meetings and events on behalf of the executive team, collecting information and compiling it into detailed reports.
eXECUTIVE aSsistant
Columbus Blue Jackets
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Provided high-level administrative support to five C-Level executives managing day-to-day operations, including complex travel logistics and calendar coordination
- Handled confidential matters and correspondence between executives, the NHL, and various departments, ensuring accurate communication across entities
- Responded to all incoming correspondence, phone calls, emails, fan mail, and ticket and donation requests on behalf of the Hockey Operations executive team
- Assisted in organizing annual NHL Draft trips and other high-profile events, including the coordination of travel, guest list, and required materials
- Acted as a liaison between the Blue Jackets and the NHL, ensuring timely communication and the successful execution of league requests
- Managed the immigration process for athletes and staff, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and timely processing for competition.
Education
Master of Science Business Psychology -
Franklin University
Columbus, Ohio01.2020
Skills
- Hockey Operations Administration
- Administrative Support and Project Coordination
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication
- Confidentiality and Ethics Compliance
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Event Planning and Meeting Organization
- Advanced MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Timeline
IT Project Specialist
Columbus Regional Airport Authority
01.2022 - Current
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE SVP & CIO
Franklin University
01.2015 - 01.2022
eXECUTIVE aSsistant
Columbus Blue Jackets
01.2010 - 01.2014
Master of Science Business Psychology -
Franklin University
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