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Deb Withey

West Long Branch,NJ

Summary

I am a versatile and results-oriented professional with experience leading cross-functional teams to plan, launch, and manage new and existing product information. In addition, I have proven to balance multiple competing tasks within high-pressure atmospheres and streamline processes and procedures to maximize productivity and efficiency. I excel at providing exceptional organizational and time-management skills and driving optimal office efficiency and success for those I support and manage. My expertise is in strategic planning, quality and productivity improvement, complex calendar management, and human resources management, and I am comfortable with large workforces. My BA in Sociology, with a minor in Psychology, allows me to enable organizational effectiveness through an amalgamation of vision, ingenuity, and strong business acumen with sound process management and coaching qualities. I have excellent analytical and relationship management skills and am recognized as an innovative thinker who develops innovative ideas for solving everyday problems more efficiently. In addition, I am an effective team leader with active coaching, training, and mentoring skills, a multi-tasking capacity to work independently and as a team member, and the flexibility to meet shifting goals and tight deadlines. I have outstanding verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, which allow me to communicate and operate in a fast-paced and challenging environment with multiple departments and the public. In addition, I have the vision to drive collaboration across business units. My commitment to handling various roles and activities under high pressure and tight deadlines would yield impeccable results. Knowledgeable housing specialist with several years of experience. Adept at multitasking and connecting with clients on a personal level for top-of-the-line care. Committed to assisting with every step of the relocation process for all clients. Support program operations by applying strong document management and resource coordination skills to day-to-day needs. Conscientiously address any need and resolve concerns to promote efficiency and maximize service outreach. Proven relationship-building and planning abilities.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Document Assistance & Housing Specialist

Lunch Break
01.2023 - Current
  • Providing document assistance, recovery, and housing search options for clients who are currently homeless or in danger of homelessness
  • Facilitate case management sessions with current and potential clients for the Family Promise Program and other programs in the community
  • Organized outreach activities to inform residents about available services.
  • Maintained accurate records, files, and reports of program activities.
  • Participated in community meetings to discuss housing issues.
  • Coordinated with local organizations to ensure timely delivery of services.
  • Coordinated with social service agencies to provide clients with access to supportive services.

Product Information & Research Specialist

GAF
01.2017 - 12.2022
  • Played an integral part in the CMS development and launch of a new global website
  • Instrumental in creating governance for the display of product information on gaf.com and PIM
  • Responsible for defining and improving all change processes associated with product data and managing new and existing projects (copy, digital assets, media) in the Work Front project management database
  • Communicated changes to appropriate business units when changes to product information occurred
  • By organizing and classifying product families in the PIM, I established a standard naming convention based on product specifications across all catalogs

Editorial Coordinator/Executive Assistant

HACHETTE BOOK GROUP
01.2012 - 12.2016
  • Skillfully provided administrative support to the President and 75 staff members and organized professional and personal events for publishers and celebrity authors
  • Managed the executive’s global and domestic travel arrangements, crossing multiple time zones and providing extensive itineraries that included important business meetings, adhering to the executive’s tight schedule
  • Developed processes for yearly intern programs, consulting with university directors, interviewing candidates, providing a customized curriculum, and attending seminars and business meetings
  • Organized the relocation of 75 employees, including planning the new office layout, managing and coordinating vendors and contractors, and purchasing equipment

Project Coordinator/Executive Assistant

CALVIN KLEIN
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Played a critical role in laying the foundation for smooth relations between C-Suite executives and global licensees
  • Created and disseminated monthly business review material to licensees and internal stakeholders
  • Managed complex travel arrangements and itineraries for executives and provided round-the-clock support while traveling
  • I worked closely with the President and vice president of Retail Sales, organizing large sales and fashion events with global subsidiaries, procuring models' and creating retailers' invitations
  • Tracked and helped to drive the completion of key deliverables, following up on outstanding items with key stakeholders

Project Coordinator/Executive Assistant

WPP, Inc.
01.2008 - 12.2010
  • Provided the president and his direct reports with stellar administrative support
  • Created presentations for executives to present to a large-scale audience
  • Provided research to prepare executives properly for upcoming meetings with potential business partners
  • Managed complex travel arrangements and itineraries for executives and provided round-the-clock support while traveling
  • Organized virtual and face-to-face meetings with global subsidiaries, procured meeting space and catering, and provided audio/visual needs
  • Tracked and helped to drive the completion of key deliverables, following up on outstanding items with key stakeholders

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

S.U.N.Y New Paltz
01.2001

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Sitecore CMS
  • Adobe Workfront
  • Commerce Server Manager Database
  • Akeneo Product Information Management System
  • Google Suite
  • Money Management Assistance
  • Client Needs Assessments
  • Client Assistance Referrals
  • Client and Family Interviews
  • Case File Management
  • Excellent Communication
  • Self Motivation

Professional Development

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, S.U.N.Y New Paltz, 1999-01-01, 2001-12-31, Fundamentals of UX Design Certification, Coursera, 2023-01-01

Certification

  • Homelessness Training Certificate
  • HMIS Site Administrator Certificate
  • NJLAD Housing Certificate

Accomplishments

Housed eight clients over a six-month period and helped to secure housing vouchers for over twelve families in danger of losing their vouchers.

Timeline

Document Assistance & Housing Specialist

Lunch Break
01.2023 - Current

Product Information & Research Specialist

GAF
01.2017 - 12.2022

Editorial Coordinator/Executive Assistant

HACHETTE BOOK GROUP
01.2012 - 12.2016

Project Coordinator/Executive Assistant

CALVIN KLEIN
01.2010 - 12.2012

Project Coordinator/Executive Assistant

WPP, Inc.
01.2008 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

S.U.N.Y New Paltz
  • Homelessness Training Certificate
  • HMIS Site Administrator Certificate
  • NJLAD Housing Certificate
Deb Withey