Darby Baze
Executive Assistant
Granite Falls,WA
Summary
With over six years experience supporting high-level executives, including directly supporting the CEO, Chief Product Officer, General Counsel and SVP of Sales for a NASDAQ traded company, I am a dedicated and skilled professional. I take pride in making the lives of busy executives easier, while maintaining a calm and collected demeanor and professional discretion. My strong attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and proven track record make me an asset to any team. Managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and anticipating my leaders' needs has become second nature to me. I am committed to providing the highest level of support and making a positive impact on any organization I work with.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
Leafly
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided direct support to the Chief Product Officer, General Counsel and SVP of Sales for a NASDAQ traded company
- Provided interim support to the CEO and Chief Operating Officer
- Efficiently and proactively managed highly active schedules and meetings, ensuring that they are followed and respected
- Managed confidential/ sensitive information of all kinds with the utmost discretion and confidentiality
- Coordinated all team offsites, meetings, and group gatherings, including company all hands meetings and team events
- Served as a 'gatekeeper' by controlling access to the executives I support
- Conducted extensive research and assisted in prioritizing incoming issues and concerns, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature, and worked to resolve them effectively
- Facilitated smooth communication between internal departments, building credibility and trust with senior management staff
Executive Assistant
Nordstrom
12.2017 - 07.2021
- Provided comprehensive support to the SVP of Data Science & Analytics and the VP of Marketing, while also managing the calendars of their direct reports
- Proactively managed complex calendars, ensuring error-free scheduling and effective prioritization on a daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion and confidentiality
- Was responsible for organizing both domestic and international travel arrangements, coordinating company-wide all-hands meetings and team events, and serving as a resource for questions regarding department and corporate procedures
- Participated in the onboarding process of new executives, ensuring that all necessary documents and office equipment are in place
- Assisted in maintaining department budgets and reconciling expenses and executing internal office moves
Education
Master's Degree - Communications
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA05.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Social Sciences
Washington State University
Pullman, WA06.2016
Skills
Calendar Management
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Leafly
07.2021 - 04.2023
Executive Assistant
Nordstrom
12.2017 - 07.2021
Master's Degree - Communications
Gonzaga University
Bachelor's Degree - Social Sciences
Washington State University