Jami Lazarus
Meridianville
Summary
Executive Office Manager and Project Manager Professional with 20 years of experience supporting senior leadership through high-level administrative oversight, calendar and travel coordination, event planning, vendor management, and confidential executive support. Proven ability to manage competing priorities, improve operational systems, and foster a collaborative team culture while ensuring compliance and professionalism across all functions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Office Manager/ HR Manager
AHNTECH
Huntsville, AL
11.2024 - Current
- Manage executive-level calendar scheduling, coordinating appointments, meetings, and strategic team events to optimize leadership time and priorities.
- Coordinate complex travel arrangements, itineraries, lodging, and expense documentation for senior leaders and direct reports.
- Plan and support team meetings, all-hands sessions, and strategy gatherings, including agenda preparation, material distribution, note-taking, and action item tracking.
- Oversee event logistics for company-wide meetings and leadership functions, including catering, technology setup, vendor coordination, and on-site support as needed.
- Prepare, edit, and distribute executive correspondence, reports, presentations, and confidential documents with accuracy and professionalism.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, external partners, and vendors, ensuring timely communication and issue resolution.
- Support vendor onboarding, procurement coordination, and payment processing while maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Manage office technology needs, including hardware purchasing, allocation tracking, and coordination of team equipment requests.
- Maintain organized document control systems and accurate recordkeeping to ensure confidentiality and accessibility of sensitive information.
- Lead employee recognition initiatives, coordinating milestones, celebrations, and engagement activities to promote a positive team culture.
- Develop and improve administrative systems, spreadsheets, and tracking tools to enhance operational efficiency and support executive priorities.
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers - Project Manager
AHNTECH
Huntsville, AL
11.2013 - 01.2024
- Served as a key liaison between senior leadership, project teams, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with program objectives.
- Coordinated multiple interrelated projects simultaneously, monitoring timelines, deliverables, and performance metrics to maintain operational success.
- Prepared executive-level reports, presentations, and strategic documentation supporting leadership decision-making.
- Managed vendor relationships, contract oversight, and procurement processes to ensure timely execution of services and compliance requirements.
- Conducted risk assessments and supported change management initiatives to minimize disruptions and improve organizational processes.
- Supported special projects requiring research, data analysis, and detailed tracking using spreadsheets and reporting tools.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive government and organizational information.
Manager
Pictures Plus
Pearl City, HI
06.2009 - 11.2013
- Delivered excellent service to ensure prominent levels of customer satisfaction.
- Achieved financial objectives by preparing a weekly, monthly, and annual budget.
- Maintained operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program and operational procedures.
- Determined marketing strategies by reviewing operating financial statements and departmental records.
- Maintained the stability and reputation of the company by complying with legal requirements.
- Analyzed operating and financial statements for profitability ratios.
- Hours worked Per Week: 40 hours.
Education
Associate’s degree - General Studies
Calhoun Community College
Huntsville, Alabama01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Western Governors University
Huntsville, Alabama02.2026
Skills
- Executive Calendar Management
- Travel & Expense Coordination
- Event & Meeting Planning
- Vendor Setup & Procurement Processing
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Subscription & Technology Management
- Confidential Executive Support
- Spreadsheet & Reporting
- Strategic Planning
- Financial & Budget Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Contract Oversight
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training and Development
- Initiative-taking
- Project Management
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Executive Office Manager/ HR Manager
AHNTECH
11.2024 - Current
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers - Project Manager
AHNTECH
11.2013 - 01.2024
Manager
Pictures Plus
06.2009 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Western Governors University
Associate’s degree - General Studies
Calhoun Community College