Katie Irish
Washington,DC
Summary
Effective communications professional skilled in engaging with people from diverse backgrounds transitioning into the healthcare sector. Proficient in enabling quick identification of areas for improvement and suggesting strategies to help reach goals. Passionate about patient advocacy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant/Personal Assistant
Think Tank
05.2021 - Current
- Supports Founder & President by managing projects in his office and home
- Negotiates contracts on behalf of clients, securing favorable terms that contributed to their overall success.
- Conducts regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Coordinates and manages cultural events by scheduling talent, managing vendors, timelines and budgets.
- Oversees indoor and outdoor home restoration projects by hiring/managing contractors.
Executive Assistant
PBS Foundation
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
Executive Assistant
University of Virginia
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Organized VP of Communications calendar by scheduling internal and external meetings
- Curated content for social media platforms, attracting 15% increase of donor attendance at campaign events
- Managed $25K monthly in budget for AdComms department, ensuring invoices were paid from the proper accounts.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
Operations Manager
The Legacy Foundation
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Wrote and submitted over two dozen press releases to local news publications to promote Legacy events
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Enhanced parent/student satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
Development Assistant
The Ethel Walker School
07.2010 - 12.2015
- Supported Director of Development by managing Google calendar, scheduling travel plans.
- Collaborated with the development team to create impactful marketing materials for campaigns and events.
- Conducted thorough prospect research, identifying new funding opportunities for organizational growth.
- Oversaw development office budget by allocating funds to proper accounts.
Education
Master of Health Administration -
Southern New Hampshire University
06.2026
Bachelor of Arts in English -
University of Connecticut
12.2010
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Process Improvement
- Business Analysis
- Data Analytics
- Requirements Gathering
- MS Office
- Client Relationships
Affiliations
American College of Healthcare Executives - member
Capitol Hill Community Foundation - volunteer
Timeline
Consultant/Personal Assistant
Think Tank
05.2021 - Current
Executive Assistant
PBS Foundation
07.2019 - 04.2021
Executive Assistant
University of Virginia
06.2018 - 06.2019
Operations Manager
The Legacy Foundation
01.2016 - 05.2018
Development Assistant
The Ethel Walker School
07.2010 - 12.2015
Master of Health Administration -
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts in English -
University of Connecticut
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