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FLAVIA FERNANDES

Chelsea,AL

Summary

Driven and resourceful administrative professional with 20+ years of experience assisting with work of high-achieving C-Level executives. Track record supporting professional needs with well-organized precision. Successfully manages high-volume workloads in rapidly changing environments.

Detail-oriented administrative professional with superb people-skills and public relations experience. Business-savvy with excellent decision-making skills.

Trilingual Professional: English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Assistant

TSYS do Brasil Soluções de Pagamentos Ltda – A Global Payments Company
05.2021 - 10.2023
  • Straight assistance to the CEO; Logistic support to video conferences, calls, meetings, and business trips; Executives´ Expenses Reimbursements; Agenda Management
  • Support to Expatriate Executives and family
  • Enhanced executive efficiency by managing and prioritizing the President's daily schedule, appointments, and travel arrangements.
  • Managed sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of executive support.
  • Assisted with the onboarding process for new executive team members, creating a smooth transition for all involved parties.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between the President and key stakeholders, ensuring timely responses to emails and phone calls.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
  • Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.

Executive Assistant

SPIC BRASIL
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Straight assistance to the CFO, Legal, Governance and M&A directors; Logistic support to video conferences, calls, meetings and business trips; Budget report and control; Organization and creation of improvement committee for company processes.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Contributed to development of internal policies and procedures, enhancing organizational effectiveness and compliance.
  • Contributed to budget management by tracking expenditures and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Took notes and dictation at meetings.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.

Executive Assistant

CMOC Brasil International
01.2017 - 03.2019
  • Assistance to the CEO, CFO and HR Director; Logistic Support to Video Conferences, Conference Calls, Meetings, Business Trips and Corporate events; Contract Signature Management; Support to international visitors; Support to personal duties of the executive; Executives´ Expenses Reimbursements; Office Coordinator for the SP Office; Contracting External Suppliers.
  • Enhanced executive efficiency by managing and prioritizing the President''s daily schedule, appointments, and travel arrangements.
  • Managed sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of executive support.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between the President and key stakeholders, ensuring timely responses to emails and phone calls.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
  • Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
  • Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
  • Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
  • Took notes and dictation at meetings.
  • Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.

Executive Assistant and Office Coordinator

MASTERFOODS BRASIL ALIMENTOS LTDA
03.2013 - 12.2016
  • Assistance to Regional CEO and Vice Presidents for Latin America in areas like: Finances, Human Resources, Supply and Corporate Affairs; Logistic Support to Video Conferences, Conference Calls, Meetings, Business Trips and Corporate events; Executives´ Expenses Reimbursements; Facilities Coordination for the Regional Office; Payments Control; Contracting External Suppliers; Support to Expats and their families.
  • Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
  • Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
  • Aided in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and assisting with candidate selection.
  • Collaborated on special projects to improve overall business operations within the organization efficiently.
  • Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors leading to improved contract terms resulting in cost savings for the company.
  • Managed complex calendars for senior executives to facilitate efficient scheduling and meeting planning.
  • Supported HR activities, facilitating hiring process by scheduling interviews and liaising with candidates.
  • Coordinated international travel arrangements, ensuring seamless logistics for executives attending global conferences.
  • Negotiated with vendors for cost savings, securing high-quality services at reduced rates.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
  • Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, assisting with daily tasks as needed to promote productivity across the organization.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.

Executive Assistant to the Contrast Media General Manager

GE HEALTHCARE
09.2009 - 02.2013
  • Assistance to the General Manager and board of directors in areas like: Sales, Medical and Marketing; Logistic Support to Video Conferences, Conference Calls, Meetings, Business Trips, Corporate events and site visits; Secretarial Routine (calendar, trips and reimbursements coordination); Coordination of Business meetings, national and International sales conferences; Elaboration of the Sales Force Training; Budget Control of the Marketing Area; Logistic Coordination of Marketing Fairs and Events; Follow-up on matters related to Compliance; Spreadsheets and Presentations.

Executive Assistant – Board of Directors: Sales, Services, Logistic, Regulatory Affairs, IT, Compliance and Quality

GE HEALTHCARE
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Logistic Support to Video Conferences, Conference Calls, Meetings, Business Trips, Corporate events and site visits; Executives´ Expenses Reimbursements; Suppliers Payments; Planning, organization and control of the agenda; Spreadsheets and Presentations.

Executive Assistant

ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA LATIN AMERICA
08.2008 - 09.2009
  • Assistance to the CEO, Vice President and CFO; Company start up in Latin America, helped to create and develop processes and policies of the company; Sales Report Compilation and Control; Internal Events Organization; Planning, organization and control of the agenda; Executives´ Expenses Reimbursements; General Administration of the office and office staff supervision (Reception, drivers, interns and maids); Support to Expats and their families.

Executive Bilingual Assistant

SIEMENS LTDA
03.2004 - 07.2008
  • Assistant to the CFO, Export, Marketing and Human Resources; Secretarial Routine (calendar, trips and reimbursements coordination); Spreadsheets and Presentations; Support to Expats and their families.

Assistant to the CEO

G COMERCIO DE ROUPAS
08.2002 - 12.2002
  • Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring confidentiality in all aspects of the role as Assistant to the CEO.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, partners, resulting in reliable support services that contributed to smooth operations within the company.
  • Increased meeting effectiveness by preparing agendas, taking minutes, and overseeing follow-up actions as directed by the CEO.
  • Boosted efficiency by handling various administrative tasks, allowing the CEO to focus on strategic planning and execution.
  • Improved company culture by assisting in the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives led by the CEO.
  • Coordinated successful events for both internal staff members and external stakeholders while adhering to given budgets and timelines.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.

Secretarial Internship

HEWLETT PACKARD BRASIL S/A
05.2000 - 12.2001
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

Jefferston State Community College
Hoover, AL
08.2026

MBA -

Fundação Getúlio Vargas
Sao Paulo, Brazil
01.2011

Bachelor of Science - Executive Bilingual Secretarial Bachelor Degree

Universidade Anhembi Morumbi
Sao Paulo, Brazil
01.2001

Skills

  • Executive Support
  • Administrative Support
  • Office Management
  • Strong Problem Solver
  • Schedule & calendar planning
  • Office Administration
  • Information confidentiality
  • Expense Reporting
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Professional and mature
  • Travel Coordination

Additional Information

Events Organization – Senac – 2012, DEC Secretárias – Sindusfarma – 2011, Neurolinguistical Program - Siemens Enterprise – 2007, Costumer Support Quality - Hewlett- Packard Brasil S/A – 2000, Protocol and Cerimonial – Universidade Anhembi Morumbi – 2000, Marketing Business– Senac – 1999

Certification

Events Organization – Senac – 2012;

DEC Secretárias – Sindusfarma – 2011;

Neurolinguistical Program - Siemens Enterprise – 2007;

Costumer Support Quality - Hewlett- Packard Brasil S/A – 2000;

Protocol and Cerimonial – Universidade Anhembi Morumbi – 2000;

Marketing Business– Senac – 1999.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Executive Assistant

TSYS do Brasil Soluções de Pagamentos Ltda – A Global Payments Company
05.2021 - 10.2023

Executive Assistant

SPIC BRASIL
03.2020 - 04.2021

Executive Assistant

CMOC Brasil International
01.2017 - 03.2019

Executive Assistant and Office Coordinator

MASTERFOODS BRASIL ALIMENTOS LTDA
03.2013 - 12.2016

Executive Assistant to the Contrast Media General Manager

GE HEALTHCARE
09.2009 - 02.2013

Executive Assistant – Board of Directors: Sales, Services, Logistic, Regulatory Affairs, IT, Compliance and Quality

GE HEALTHCARE
01.2009 - 01.2010

Executive Assistant

ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA LATIN AMERICA
08.2008 - 09.2009

Executive Bilingual Assistant

SIEMENS LTDA
03.2004 - 07.2008

Assistant to the CEO

G COMERCIO DE ROUPAS
08.2002 - 12.2002

Secretarial Internship

HEWLETT PACKARD BRASIL S/A
05.2000 - 12.2001

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

Jefferston State Community College

MBA -

Fundação Getúlio Vargas

Bachelor of Science - Executive Bilingual Secretarial Bachelor Degree

Universidade Anhembi Morumbi

Events Organization – Senac – 2012;

DEC Secretárias – Sindusfarma – 2011;

Neurolinguistical Program - Siemens Enterprise – 2007;

Costumer Support Quality - Hewlett- Packard Brasil S/A – 2000;

Protocol and Cerimonial – Universidade Anhembi Morumbi – 2000;

Marketing Business– Senac – 1999.

FLAVIA FERNANDES