Debra Howard
San Antonio,United States
Summary
Experienced professional offering 17 years of comprehensive support to senior level executives in a global corporation. Known for maintaining confidentiality and adapting seamlessly to changing environments. Exceptional multitasking and communication abilities. Strategic thinker dedicated to fostering a collaborative work environment focused on achieving shared goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
Johnson Controls
07.2017 - Current
- Support multiple Senior Level Vice Presidents of a global organization, including scheduling, calendar management, planning and making travel arrangements, coordinating meeting events, and special projects as needed
- Draft, review, and distribute department communications and meeting notes
- Coordinate all aspects of corporate events, including arranging for catering, renting out spaces, negotiating payment, and scheduling
- Serve as a dedicated resource for the Senior Vice Presidents providing day-to-day assistance
- Acted as the primary contact for employees with administrative support queries.
Professional Travel Consultant
The Cruise Center
06.1999 - 07.2017
- Sales and Customer Service
- Coordinating and Leading group meetings for clients
- Assisted in training new employees
- Achieved $1,000,000 Sales goal in 2004
- Communicate with diverse clients, build rapport and long-term relationships, and achieve customer satisfaction as seen by a loyal customer base.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Management -
Walden University, Online
05.2019
Master of Arts in Administration in Organizational Development -
University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas
12.2011
Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource -
University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas
05.2009
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Ability to Multitask
- Communication
- Detail Oriented
- Problem Solving
- Planning and Coordinating Meetings and Events
- Travel administration
- Expense Reporting
- Meeting planning
Affiliations
- Member of Community Bible Church
- Community Bible Church Response Team
Personal Information
Title: Executive Assistant
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Johnson Controls
07.2017 - Current
Professional Travel Consultant
The Cruise Center
06.1999 - 07.2017
Doctor of Philosophy in Management -
Walden University, Online
Master of Arts in Administration in Organizational Development -
University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas
Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource -
University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas