John JD Cooper
Port Huron
Summary
Operations and administration specialist with extensive experience in managing executive support functions. Proven expertise in logistics coordination, calendar management, and strategic planning. Successfully drives collaborative initiatives that align operations with business objectives.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Personal Assistant, CEO
NNDATA
06.2015 - Current
- Delivered remote, part-time personal assistance to CEO by managing complex calendars, coordinating travel logistics for key events, and preparing detailed itineraries, reports, and correspondence to ensure seamless operations.
- Protected confidential materials to uphold trust and integrity in all communications.
- Managed executive calendars and scheduled meetings for senior leadership team.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and itineraries for domestic and international trips.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline project updates and information flow.
Sr. Executive Assistant Contractor
Booz Allen Hamilton
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Coordinated principal's schedule by interpreting guidelines and advising on Joint Travel Regulations.
- Managed executive schedules and coordinated high-level meetings for senior leadership.
- Developed and maintained effective communication channels across various departments.
- Organized travel itineraries and ensured seamless logistics for executive trips.
Executive Assistant to the Division Chief
United States Department of State
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Directed OPS oversight for IRM/BMP/ITA/CM, enabling Division Chief to streamline daily operations and effectively manage contracted staff.
- Executed departmental deliverables, including task orders and service contract action items, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and supporting operational objectives.
- Managed executive calendars and scheduled meetings for senior officials.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for domestic and international trips.
- Prepared briefing materials and reports for departmental meetings.
Executive Assistant to the CEO & CMO (Chief Managing Officer)
ACT I
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Facilitated communication between CEO, CMO, and internal/external stakeholders on C-suite matters, coordinating executive outreach events, communications, and special projects.
- Managed executive calendars and scheduled appointments efficiently.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and itineraries for senior staff.
- Prepared detailed meeting agendas and minutes for leadership discussions.
Executive Administrator to the CEO, CTO & COO
Veracity Forecasting & Analysis
06.2015 - 03.2020
- Directed C-suite initiatives, liaising between executives and staff across multiple offices to enhance communication and collaboration.
- Partnered with project managers to track key deliverables and monitor pipeline status, while overseeing purchase requests and managing GSA travel and expense reconciliation.
- Managed executive schedules and coordinated meetings for senior leadership team.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project alignment and efficiency.
- Organized travel arrangements and itineraries for executives and staff members.
Operations Manager and Executive Coordinator
Data Tactics Corporation
12.2011 - 06.2015
- Implemented standard operating procedures, ensured business continuity, and managed financial oversight, budgeting, and staff.
- Provided dual administrative support to CEO and COO of Data Tactics Corp while managing operations for subsidiary, Alexall Alliance.
- Collaborated across divisions to advance strategic initiatives.
Executive Assistant to the District Engineer
Missouri Department of Transportation
09.2008 - 11.2011
- Provided operational leadership to District Engineer's office as primary liaison to statewide, federal, and local agencies.
- Coordinated statewide initiatives and project updates, facilitating communication and collaboration for the KC metropolitan area.
- Managed competing priorities for KC regional office, overseeing professional engagements and scheduling to ensure smooth operations.
Youth Facilitator
Generation of Promise
09.2007 - 05.2008
- Mentored 60 students in multicultural experiential learning sessions, enhancing understanding of cultural exchanges and critical issues related to racism in urban and suburban contexts.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance participant engagement and learning experiences.
- Developed training materials to support various educational programs and initiatives.
- Coordinated group activities to promote teamwork and collaboration among participants.
Community Events Coordinator and Executive Assistant to the CEO
Focus: HOPE
12.1999 - 10.2007
- Managed senior citizen program serving 3,500 seniors; secured corporate and local agency commitments to adopt senior buildings for one-year term.
- Led volunteer staffing for one of Michigan's largest fundraisers, "Walk for Justice"; provided executive support to Co-Founder while managing daily operations with quasi-Chief of Staff responsibilities.
- Organized community outreach events to promote local engagement and awareness.
- Coordinated logistics for workshops and seminars to enhance community skills.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to expand event reach and resources.
Education
University of Maryland - Human Resource Management
University of Maryland
05-2026
Skills
- Calendar management
- Logistics coordination
- Travel program coordination
- SOP management
- Wrike project management
- Task automation
- Content management
- Social media management
- Microsoft Outlook proficiency
- Excel expertise
- SharePoint utilization
- Adobe software proficiency
- Presentation design
- Effective communication
- Strategic planning
Capabilities And Skills
- Calendar management
- Road mapping
- TMT automated tasker
- Communications
- Website content
- Social media content management
- SOP management
- Strategic planning
- Corporate logistics travels
- Outlook
- Excel
- Share Point
- Publisher
- Wrike
- Travel programs like TMT and E2
- Adobe
- Web Ex
- 10,000 Ft
- BOX
- PowerPoint
- Facility management
- GSA Per Diem Expenses
Volunteer Experience
- Michigan Food & Beverage Association, Executive Committee Member, 1999-2003
- Generation of Promise, Youth Facilitator, 1999-2003
- Detroit Free Press Marathon, 2000-2004
Training Programs
- Generation of Promise, Group Dynamics, 2000
- Wayne State University, Educator Internship, 2000
- Nation Center for Communication, Leadership, 2001
- Buzan Centre, ISO, 2001
- University of Detroit, Viewpoints Leadership Program, 2002
Security Clearance
ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE
Timeline
Sr. Executive Assistant Contractor
Booz Allen Hamilton
06.2022 - 07.2023
Executive Assistant to the Division Chief
United States Department of State
12.2021 - 06.2022
Executive Assistant to the CEO & CMO (Chief Managing Officer)
ACT I
04.2020 - 12.2021
Sr. Personal Assistant, CEO
NNDATA
06.2015 - Current
Executive Administrator to the CEO, CTO & COO
Veracity Forecasting & Analysis
06.2015 - 03.2020
Operations Manager and Executive Coordinator
Data Tactics Corporation
12.2011 - 06.2015
Executive Assistant to the District Engineer
Missouri Department of Transportation
09.2008 - 11.2011
Youth Facilitator
Generation of Promise
09.2007 - 05.2008
Community Events Coordinator and Executive Assistant to the CEO
Focus: HOPE
12.1999 - 10.2007
University of Maryland - Human Resource Management
University of Maryland