Elaine Arnold

• Strategically managed all aspects of a global trade show presence, from exhibit house selection and management, contract management, conceptual design, install, and post event review, ensuring consistency with brand messaging and alignment with stakeholders goals.
• Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline event operations and communication.
• Implemented booth staff feedback processes, enhancing future event planning strategies.
• Drove revenue generation by overseeing event sponsorships and advertising placement
• Conducted annual financial forecasting and administered budgets, identifying cost efficiencies and ensuring financial accountability.
• Responsible for the creative development and production of all event-related digital literature.
• Directed a major US rebranding initiative, ensuring successful internal and external adoption and maintaining brand integrity.
• Functioned as the onsite coordinator for facility tours.

• XALT Energy became Freudenberg e-Power Systems
• Responsible for website design and management, including front-end design, content strategy, and SEO optimization to increase organic traffic and enhance user experience. Also responsible for the production of all digital marketing collateral.
• Developed and executed a complete trade show strategy, overseeing the design, logistics, and material production for a global trade show program.
• Directed the execution of Freudenberg Battery Power Systems brand standards, ensuring consistency and compliance across all internal and external communications.
• Authored and distributed corporate press releases, and designed, edited, and produced the company's internal communications newsletter.
• Coordinated facility tour logistics, ensuring seamless operational execution and a professional customer experience.
• Spearheaded comprehensive rebranding initiatives—including the redesign of all print and digital assets—to align the company's identity during a majority shareholder change and subsequent company split.
• Organized and led corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, managing volunteer schedules and charitable donation programs for external organizations.

• Responsible for website design and management, including front-end design, content strategy, and SEO optimization to increase organic traffic and enhance user experience. Also oversaw the production of all digital and print marketing collateral.
• Developed and executed a complete trade show strategy, overseeing the design, logistics, and material production for all trade show appearances.
• Directed the execution of FBPS brand standards, ensuring consistency and compliance across all internal and external communications.
• Authored and distributed corporate press releases, and designed, edited, and produced the company's internal communications newsletter.
• Coordinated event and facility tour logistics, ensuring seamless operational execution and a professional customer experience.
• Directed comprehensive, high-stakes rebranding initiative—including the full redesign of all print and digital assets—to successfully align the brand identity during a majority shareholder change.
• Organized and led corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, managing volunteer schedules and charitable donation programs for external organizations.

Dow Kokam became XALT Energy

Executive and Administrative Leadership

• Served as the administrative assistant to the President, CEO, and Sales team, managing high-level communications, scheduling, and project needs.
• Provided dedicated administrative and project support to the Legal Counsel and Chief Information Officer (CIO) for two years, demonstrating versatility across functional departments.
• Mentored and supervised the Receptionist and Administrative Co-op, overseeing daily task delegation and performance management.

Brand, Marketing, and Communication Management

• Oversaw all aspects of XALT Energy brand standards, ensuring consistency across internal and external assets.
• Managed corporate digital presence, including website design, content updates, and SEO optimization through strategic metadata improvement.
• Designed and executed a complete trade show strategy, managing all booth assets and logistics to maximize brand exposure.
• Authored, edited, and produced external press releases and the company's internal communications newsletter.

Corporate Change Management and Compliance

• Provided critical administrative support and leadership during complex corporate shifts, including a major ownership transition and company-wide name change.
• Designed and maintained a robust Legal document filing system, including performing regular audits to track document expiration dates and ensure compliance.
• Coordinated all high-stakes corporate events and facility tours, managing logistics for executive teams, and external visitors.

Executive Support and Operational Leadership

• Partnered strategically with the Vice President of Operations and four Global Directors, effectively managing their diverse administrative needs and assuming full Office Manager duties.
• Led administrative support and planning during complex corporate relocations, including a major building consolidation and the move-in phases of new front offices.

Systems Administration

• Served as System Administrator for the Intelex EH&S and Quality Issue Tracking Tool, ensuring data integrity and user proficiency for global compliance reporting.
• Managed the Cornerstone Learning Management System (LMS) as the dedicated Administrator, supporting global training rollouts and ensuring full compliance tracking.
• Provided backup System Administrator support for Solidworks ePDM, maintaining data management integrity for the Engineering department.

Large-Scale Event Management

• Directed end-to-end coordination of large-scale corporate functions and facility tours exceeding 500 attendees, managing all logistics for catering, vendor procurement (SWAG, entertainment), and flawless execution.

• Provided dedicated administrative assistance to Production Leaders, supporting a team responsible for managing over 90 manufacturing employees during the company's tenure as Dow Kokam.
• Supervised a three-person administrative support team, including two contract Administrative Assistants and the Receptionist.
• Spearheaded the design and implementation of essential business systems from concept to execution, establishing critical daily processes for office practices, security protocols, and efficient employee/contractor onboarding and offboarding in partnership with Human Resources and IT.
• Coordinated critical staff support and logistics during the construction and move-in phases of the manufacturing section of the building, ensuring a smooth transition with minimal operational disruption.