Elaine Burton
Chino
Summary
Dynamic Executive Administrative Partner at The Aerospace Corporation, achieving a 40% increase in team efficiency through strategic project management and effective communication. Expertise in operational analysis and relationship building enhances executive operations and fosters collaborative partnerships. Proven track record in optimizing workflows to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Administrative Partner – Enterprise Ground Division / Space Systems Command (SSC) - BMC3I
The Aerospace Corporation
El Segundo
08.2017 - Current
- Protected proprietary client information through rigorous data access controls, resulting in a 70% decrease in unauthorized access attempts.
- Executed comprehensive administrative support for senior leadership, optimizing daily operations and spearheading special projects, increasing team efficiency by 40%.
- Managed multiple calendars, strategically coordinating meetings, appointments, events, and travel arrangements.
- Composed and proofread memos, letters, reports, and presentations, ensuring accurate and error-free communication.
- Organized and arranged meetings, events, and conferences; planned and coordinated travel arrangements with proper security clearances.
- Gathered and disseminated information, tracked and managed action items, and aided in managing Government civilian record-keeping and human resource functions.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies to promote continuous improvement.
Corporate Strategy Specialist II – Corporate Affairs and Communications
The Aerospace Corporation
El Segundo
10.2014 - 08.2017
- Supported and coordinated Board of Trustee meetings, executive offsites, and leadership team conferences.
- Prepared and developed materials and briefings for solving critical customer problems.
- Facilitated weekly agenda for Executive Team Meetings with C-Suite executives, capturing discussion highlights and tracking key business activities.
- Drafted messaging to communicate important initiatives across Leadership Team and partners.
- Developed and maintained collaborative partnerships with executives, senior leaders, and collaborators to achieve project objectives.
Executive Assistant - Harbor Department
Port Of Long Beach
Long Beach
06.2008 - 09.2014
- Maintained confidential information and managed scheduling for the Executive Director.
- Coordinated with consultants for Staff and Board Retreat Meetings.
- Served as a Board Liaison, coordinating sub-committee meetings, board meetings, and annual board retreats.
- Drafted meeting agendas, supplied advance materials, and provided follow-up for meetings.
- Managed electronic file systems and maintained both electronic and paper files.
- Developed effective communications for corporate initiatives and projects.
Education
Certificate Program - Business Communications
University of California
Los AngelesSkills
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Operational and Fiscal Analysis
- Policy Development and Evaluation
- Data Collection and Interpretation
- Problem Solving and Proactive Solutions
- Meeting Planning and Coordination
- Microsoft Office Proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
- Effective Communication (Oral and Written)
- Relationship Building and Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Effectively planned and executed meetings, lunches, and offsite events for senior leadership and 150+ employees.
- Increased office organization by developing efficient digitized systems and internal processes for COVID protocols.
- Received a merit raise for strong attention to detail, exemplary customer service, and team-player attitude.
- Successfully planned and executed the largest corporate workshop, Ground System Architectures Workshop (GSAW).
Timeline
Executive Administrative Partner – Enterprise Ground Division / Space Systems Command (SSC) - BMC3I
The Aerospace Corporation
08.2017 - Current
Corporate Strategy Specialist II – Corporate Affairs and Communications
The Aerospace Corporation
10.2014 - 08.2017
Executive Assistant - Harbor Department
Port Of Long Beach
06.2008 - 09.2014
Certificate Program - Business Communications
University of California
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