Dlovan Darwish
Scott,LA
Summary
Results-driven Senior Executive Assistant with over 9 years supporting C-suite executives in fast-paced biotech environments. Expertise in managing complex executive operations and facilitating board and investor communications. Collaborates effectively with commercial, sales, and business development teams to align with organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Executive Assistant to President & CEO
AbCellera Biologics
Vancouver, Canada
07.2017 - 06.2026
- Provided high-level executive support to the President & CEO, managing a complex calendar across multiple time zones and organizational priorities, including commercial and business development initiatives
- Acted as a strategic gatekeeper, prioritizing competing demands and aligning executive activities with company-wide objectives
- Partnered closely with business development and commercial teams, coordinating meetings, communications, and initiatives tied to revenue-generating functions
- Coordinated board meetings, investor calls, and executive engagements, preparing earnings call materials, briefing documents, reports, and dashboards to support informed decision-making
- Served as liaison between executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders across scientific, operational, and commercial teams
- Managed complex domestic and international travel logistics, including multi-leg itineraries and high-profile industry conferences
- Supported external engagements with partners, clients, and investors, ensuring seamless execution and communication
- Implemented process improvements to streamline executive operations, enhancing organizational efficiency and responsiveness
- Supervised and mentored a team of Executive Assistants, fostering collaboration and improving coordination across support functions
Flight Coordinator
Swissport
Vancouver, Canada
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Coordinated international flight operations and crew logistics, ensuring timely scheduling across multiple time zones
- Functioned as the main point of contact for crews and passengers, addressing real-time operational issues.
- Managed accommodations, transportation, and scheduling logistics, facilitating seamless operations in a fast-paced environment
Legal Administrator
Giwa Law
Vancouver, Canada
04.2014 - 02.2016
- Managed legal documentation and contracts to ensure compliance with regulations and organizational standards
- Coordinated hearings, depositions, and client meetings to facilitate legal proceedings and enhance client communication
- Supported billing processes and contract preparation to streamline financial documentation and maintain accuracy
- Maintained strict confidentiality handling sensitive legal information
Education
Project Management Certificate -
UBC Sauder School of Business
01.2022
Human Resources Certificate - undefined
Simon Fraser University
01.2017
Travel & Tourism Diploma - undefined
Canadian Tourism College
01.2015
Medical Office Assistant Diploma - undefined
Douglas College
01.2014
Skills
- C-Suite support
- Investor relations
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Project management
- Business coordination
- Calendar management
- Corporate Travel Management
- Process Improvement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Confidential Communications
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Team Collaboration Tools
- Digital Signature Solutions
Timeline
Senior Executive Assistant to President & CEO
AbCellera Biologics
07.2017 - 06.2026
Flight Coordinator
Swissport
01.2016 - 06.2017
Legal Administrator
Giwa Law
04.2014 - 02.2016
Medical Office Assistant Diploma - undefined
Douglas College
Travel & Tourism Diploma - undefined
Canadian Tourism College
Human Resources Certificate - undefined
Simon Fraser University
Project Management Certificate -
UBC Sauder School of Business