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Janae Brooks

Senior Executive Assistant
Oakland,CA

Summary

Forward-thinking Executive Assistant accomplished in aiding company leaders with key functions. Gifted at managing busy schedules, organizing projects and providing stellar administrative support to executive team. Analyzes, prioritizes and completes tasks with professionalism and sound judgment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Kraken
San Francisco, CA
10.2018 - 12.2023

Supports CEO and coordinates department functions among various teams managed by the CEO. Increases productivity by analyzing and interpreting data to apply effective forms of resolution.

  • Tackles and addresses top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion.
  • Maintains master calendar to coordinate meetings across multiple time zones.
  • Schedules and arranges travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
  • Coordinates meeting and event logistics for senior management both on and off site.
  • Spearheads training and development programs for new employees.
  • Manages and tracks expenses to meet company budget requirements of CEO and direct reports.
  • Tracks completion of key deliverables to consistently meet deadlines.
  • Conducts research and collected and analyzed data to prepare reports and documents.
  • Maintains company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
  • Collaborates with internal teams to support long-term research, marketing and ad hoc projects.

Executive Assistant to the Executive Director

National Nurses United
Oakland, CA
07.2014 - 10.2018

Supported the Executive Director and 60 Board Members for the CNA/NNU by aiding relating to operational duties, anticipating needs and implementing policies and procedures to maintain organized leadership for the Union.

  • Supervised day-to-day administrative functions of the Executive Office.
  • Maintained Executive Director and Board Member calendars including speaking engagements, press conferences and events.
  • Managed domestic and international travel itineraries for Executive Director and Board of Directors.
  • Draft and send correspondence on behalf of the Executive Office including email, text, and organization wide announcements.
  • Managed logistics for Board related meetings, conferences, retreats, dinners, and on and offsite events.
  • Organized organization wide team building initiatives and overall support for maintenance of culture and employee morale.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract negotiation/signing, fee collection, event booking and event promotions.
  • Managed expenses for all Executive Director and members of the Board. Submitted and approved expenses through internal employee system.
  • Maintained donor relationships for the Board of Directors via phone, face to face, email, regular mail and other means of contact.

Administrative Assistant and Office Coordinator

YSP Legal Support Services
Hayward, CA
01.2005 - 06.2014
  • Performed administrative and office duties by handling phone and email correspondence, ordering materials and bookkeeping.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Monitored office inventory to maintain supply levels.
  • Communicated and negotiated with vendors on purchases related to personnel, facilities and office administration.
  • Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
  • Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
  • Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.

Education

Real Estate License - Real Estate

Chamberlain School of Real Estate
San Carlos, CA
09.2019

High School Diploma -

San Leandro High School
San Leandro, CA
06.2004

Some College (No Degree) - Sociology

California State University - East Bay
Hayward, CA

Skills

  • Event Planning
  • Dedicated Team Player
  • Exceptional Communication
  • Multi-tasking and Prioritization
  • Client Relations
  • Problem Solving
  • Contract Negotiation

Timeline

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Kraken
10.2018 - 12.2023

Executive Assistant to the Executive Director

National Nurses United
07.2014 - 10.2018

Administrative Assistant and Office Coordinator

YSP Legal Support Services
01.2005 - 06.2014

Real Estate License - Real Estate

Chamberlain School of Real Estate

High School Diploma -

San Leandro High School

Some College (No Degree) - Sociology

California State University - East Bay
Janae BrooksSenior Executive Assistant