KATE KESSINGER
Palmer ,AK
Summary
Detail-oriented Relationship Manager with a background in executive support and education. Known for managing complex calendars, coordinating high-level meetings, and building strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders. Over four years of experience supporting senior leadership, driving team alignment, and optimizing operational efficiency. Proficient in Salesforce, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Relationship Manager
Insight Partners
2022.04 - Current
- Coordinate high-level meetings across multiple investment and operations teams
- Manage 10+ executive calendars with precision and discretion
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions using Salesforce
- Support relationship-building strategies by tracking engagement and streamlining communication
Executive Assistant
Insight Partners
2021.04 - 2022.12
- Provided comprehensive support to the Operating Partner, SVP, and the IGNITE team
- Oversaw complex scheduling, travel coordination, and interdepartmental communication
- Facilitated seamless daily operations for executives and supported project logistics
Executive Assistant
Hacker Valley Media, Briza Inc., Insight Partners
2022.04 - 2022.08
- Supported multiple executives across three organizations simultaneously
- Managed executive calendars, coordinated meetings, and handled cross-company communication
- Delivered administrative support and document preparation across varied workflows
- Contract
Chief Executive Assistant
Squared Away
2022.04 - 2022.08
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
Teacher
USAF
2020.05 - 2021.04
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Teachers Assistant
Anchorage School District
2019.08 - 2020.05
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
- Provided timely feedback to students on their performance, allowing them to make adjustments as needed for continued improvement.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
Education
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
RemoteSkills
- Calendar & Meeting Management (10 Executives)
- Salesforce CRM
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Executive & Client Communications
- Cross-Team Coordination
- Confidentiality & Discretion
Timeline
Relationship Manager
Insight Partners
2022.04 - Current
Executive Assistant
Hacker Valley Media, Briza Inc., Insight Partners
2022.04 - 2022.08
Chief Executive Assistant
Squared Away
2022.04 - 2022.08
Executive Assistant
Insight Partners
2021.04 - 2022.12
Teacher
USAF
2020.05 - 2021.04
Teachers Assistant
Anchorage School District
2019.08 - 2020.05
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University