Organized professional with solid experience in executive support, ready to contribute to fast-paced environment. Proven ability to enhance workflow and increase productivity by anticipating needs and managing complex calendars. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability to changing priorities, and proficiency in communication and project management.
Managed schedules, events and travel plans for conferences, meetings and seminars, as well as domestic and international trips for 12 executives.
Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for board members, executive team and senior management group.
Managed complex calendar scheduling with focus on proper allocation of executive availability.
Managed travel itineraries and logistics for accommodations for over 20 employees.
Maintained professionalism while handling sensitive information by adhering to strict confidentiality protocols at all times.
Developed strong relationships with internal departments to facilitate cross-functional collaboration on key initiatives driven by senior leaders.
Prepared meeting agendas and briefing papers for members of board of directors and executive team.
Assisted senior management with major initiatives and projects.
Created regular reports and updated internal databases.
Payroll processing, journel entry, employee advocate and human resources support
Conducted research to prepare, gather and proof briefing materials, agendas and decks for executive-level meetings.
Remote position
Executive Assistant/Chief of Staff
Wake Spine & Pain Specialist, PC
02.2023 - 05.2024
Generated and developed presentation materials for the Board of Directors
Heavy calendaring and meeting scheduling for C-level and board members
Responsible for legal reviews, organization of meeting minutes, following action items
Manage operations for 8 clinics throughout North Carolina, with 22 physicians
Media contact person, manage Google reviews, patient feedback, and employee conflicts
Direct report to Medical Directors, CEO, President, Owners
Plan and coordinated special Marketing events
Remote position
Chief of Staff
Firegang Digital Marketing, LLC
07.2022 - 02.2023
Executive support directly with owner and VP of Operations, professional and personal needs
Compliance Officer for company to include employees and affiliates
Human resource’s role, recruitment, hiring, and terminations
Manage company budgets, spending and forecasted conventions
Manage corporate credit cards and cash expenses for reimbursements
Budgeting accounting, employee payroll, and international contractors
Book travel logistics for Sales/Marketing team members for all conventions
Remote position
Executive Assistant to CEO & CFO / Office Manager
Pulse Biosciences, Inc.
04.2017 - 07.2022
Managed heavy calendaring, schedules, and travel daily for C-level executives, CEO, CFO, CSO, CCO, and 12 VPs, ensuring all their time was used efficiently and effectively
Kept executives on track and abreast of all priorities and strategically manage their time
Employee training, and provided organization skills with effectiveness
Managed corporate credit cards and cash expenses for reimbursements
Coordinated travel logistics and itineraries for large and small group events
Managed and approved travel arrangements for all company travel, including invoices and account management for outsourced agencies
Arranged U.S. and International travel to include passport processing, Visa and entry letters
Compiled reports relating to financial expenses monthly, quarterly, and annually
Remote position
Executive Assistant to CEO, CFO, CMO, CHO, and (6) VP
QT Vascular, Ltd (formerly TriReme Medical, LLC)
12.2011 - 04.2017
Generated and developed presentation materials for the Board of Directors, proofreading outside slides
Heavy calendaring and meeting scheduling for C-level and board members
Responsible for all company legal documents, including IP, consulting, contracts, and agreements
Personal assistant for CEO
Acted as company media contact person, managed press releases, and website content
Member of the IPO team completed the process for registering on Singapore Exchange
Coordinated FDA paperwork for new medical devices submission, 510k certified
Planned and coordinated special traveling events, i.e., Patients, Holidays, Sales team, VIPs
Hybrid/Remote position
Executive Assistant to CEO
Medtronic, Inc. (formerly Kyphon, Inc.)
08.2006 - 11.2011
Interacted with C-level executives and all levels of employees as well as customers, vendors, patients, visitors, and other dignitaries
Managed and maintained electronic calendar, schedules, appointments/meetings as requested by CEO, President, Vice President, and Board of Directors
Coordinated travel logistics and itineraries for significant corporate events with 600+ physicians and patients
Arranged U.S. and International travel, including but not limited to Visa and entry letters
Maintained and tracked reports relating to department budget and expenses
Managed all reporting and classification of contingency workforce and budgets
Acted as Customer Service liaison between Human Resources, company business units, and third parties
Executive Assistant-Human Resources
Marvell Semiconductor, Inc.
09.2004 - 07.2006
Assisted in areas of confidential matters to the Officers/Stockbrokers of the company
Supported Global Vice President of Human Resources with a department team of 250+ employees
Completed background checks, FCRA Certified
Managed all reporting and classification of contingency workforce and budgets for each
Worked closely with Finance on department budget and payments from sales to justify workforce
Arranged U.S. and International travel, including but not limited to Visa and entry letters
Acted as Customer Service liaison between Human Resources, company business units, and third parties
Supported Committee member for worldwide company employee/customer events
Maintained emails, calendaring and meeting planning for department/team members
Executive Assistant- Legal/Patents/Litigation
Guidant Corporation (an Eli Lilly Co.)
12.2000 - 09.2004
Assisted in areas of confidential matters to the President, CEO and Board of Directors
Maintained Patent & Trademark database and files for 7000+ patents
Arranged U.S. and International travel to include hotels, meeting venues, transportation, and logistics involved to have Visa and entry letters for employees and patients
Received and docketed Invention Disclosure forms submitted by R&D
Maintained accounting spreadsheets for tracking Patent Prosecution and Litigation
Worked directly with USPTO Agents
Worked closely with Attorneys & Finance analysis personnel concerning budget issues
Education
B.B.A. - General Management
Memphis State University
Memphis, TN
Associates of Computer Science (ASCS) - Business Administration
University of Arkansas
Helena, AR
Skills
Expert in Google Suites
Expert in Microsoft Office
ADP, Expense Express/AmEx, Expensify, SAP, Concur, and NetSuite