Jenna Barazi
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Highly organized and versatile professional with 15+ years of experience supporting executives, optimizing operations, and driving complex projects in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Known for streamlining systems, managing high-level logistics, and delivering discreet, reliable support to senior leadership. Skilled at juggling competing priorities with precision, while fostering collaboration through strong interpersonal skills, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach. Committed to continuous learning and building meaningful connections that enhance team performance and organizational success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Operations Specialist
Focused Ultrasound Foundation
Charlottesville, VA
11.2024 - Current
- Manage national scientific workshops overseeing end-to-end logistics, timelines, and on-site operations.
- Create and enforce SOPs to improve team efficiency, transparency, and alignment with strategic goals.
- Provide confidential support to leadership and interns; maintain digital records and handle sensitive HR-related processes.
- Track and report on all world wide events relevant to focused ultrasound, maintain records of internal event attendance
Senior Executive Assistant
Focused Ultrasound Foundation
Charlottesville, Virginia
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Promoted from Executive Assistant within six months of being hired, through recognition of a strong work ethic, the ability to prioritize, and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed the Chief Operating Officer's complex calendar, coordinated international travel, and handled high-level communications with internal and external stakeholders.
- Oversaw daily administrative operations for the Research & Education team, including scheduling, visitor coordination, and logistical support for meetings, seminars, and staff briefings.
- Lead planning and execution of internal events, managed end-to-end logistics, cross-team communication, and executive updates.
Project Coordinator
Winemakers Research Exchange
Charlottesville, VA (remote)
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Implemented a streamlined project management system to create transparency for leadership and improved the organization's efficiency by 20%.
- Managed 51+ projects simultaneously from initiation to completion, ensuring all deliverables were met within the defined timeline and budget.
- Managed the organization’s budget, project spending, and overhead expenses.
- Coordinated in-person and virtual events to collect sensory data from over 40 clients across the Virginia wine industry.
- Analyzed a wide variety of data using Microsoft Excel, including research data, incoming experimental data, budget tracking, and a wine chemistry database.
- Managed the organization's website with current content, including reports, videos, library assets, and information on upcoming events.
- Coordinated meetings for multiple boards, managed calendar details, prepared agendas, and followed up with action items.
Science Teacher
Albemarle County Public Schools
Charlottesville, VA
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Acted as the Diversity Resource Teacher in leading over 30 staff members in monthly discussions and practices for diverse and inclusive instruction, and reported to the educational oversight committee.
- Adapted to a virtual learning platform and reconstructed six curricula that resulted in a student pass rate of 98% on the Virginia Biology assessment.
- Collected and analyzed attendance data for over 200 students, and provided leadership with solutions to address the truancy concern.
Science Teacher
Prince William County Schools
Woodbridge, VA
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Developed a biology curriculum that was utilized in 25+ high schools.
- Managed 150+ students, monitored progress, provided feedback, and adjusted the curriculum to meet diverse needs.
- Presented research to 150+ educators and administrators on best teaching practices for underserved populations.
- Improved student pass rates on the Virginia Standards of Learning assessment by implementing data-driven strategies that increased the overall pass rate to 98% in a Title I school.
- Developed a new AP Environmental Science curriculum that resulted in a 14% increase in AP exam pass rates.
- Created a research-based method of assessment that provided students with culturally responsive opportunities to demonstrate mastery.
- Supported incoming teachers as a mentor, model teacher, and subject-matter expert.
Marketing Associate
Advisory Board Company
Washington, DC
04.2011 - 09.2011
- Served as the Clinical team liaison for the Oncology Roundtable membership program, acted as a resource to other associates and directors
- Furthered business growth and development that established $250,000 in business revenue in less than six months
- Managed outreach campaigns for four membership programs and executed a strategic plan to surpass monthly goals
- Cultivated strong partnerships with potential clients utilizing excellent interpersonal skills
Market Analyst/Consultant
Sparks Consulting Group
Washington, DC
02.2010 - 09.2010
- Provided extensive market research and advised Euromonitor International on strategic business development leads for products ranging from children’s apparel to low sodium foods
- Conducted research, interviews, and on-site product review to analyze current markets and develop written reports on projected trends
- Prospected over 100 business development leads throughout the east coast for upscale cosmetic company, kai Fragrance
Education
M. Ed in Curriculum And Instruction GPA: 4.0 -
George Mason University
12.2018
B.S. in Biology and Minor in Chemistry -
Virginia Tech
05.2010
Study Abroad Semester -
University of Cape Town
Skills
- Project Management
- Systems Optimization
- SOP development
- Written and oral communication
- Microsoft Office
- Salesforce
Timeline
Program Operations Specialist
Focused Ultrasound Foundation
11.2024 - Current
Senior Executive Assistant
Focused Ultrasound Foundation
02.2024 - 11.2024
Project Coordinator
Winemakers Research Exchange
01.2022 - 02.2024
Science Teacher
Albemarle County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
Science Teacher
Prince William County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2019
Marketing Associate
Advisory Board Company
04.2011 - 09.2011
Market Analyst/Consultant
Sparks Consulting Group
02.2010 - 09.2010
M. Ed in Curriculum And Instruction GPA: 4.0 -
George Mason University
B.S. in Biology and Minor in Chemistry -
Virginia Tech
Study Abroad Semester -
University of Cape Town
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