Hi, I’m
KENYA EDWARDS
Executive Administrative Assistant
Woodside,NY
Summary
Driven and resourceful administrative professional with 15+ years of experience assisting with work of high-achieving executives. Track record supporting professional needs with well-organized precision. Successfully manages high-volume workloads in rapidly changing environments.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Whitecap Search (Packer Collegiate Institute)
Executive Assistant
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Provided support to the Director of Global Learning and Community Engagement and Head of Equity and Inclusion
- Prepared and submitted accurate and timely expense reports using Concur
- Oversaw two complex calendars using Google Calendar
- Organized employee events and coordinated travel arrangements
- Facilitated management of professional development grant program for all faculty and staff.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
- Enhanced productivity by organizing travel arrangements and coordinating accommodations for executives.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
Alvarez & Marsal Taxand, GTT
Employee Engagement Manager
11.2020 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Supported 3 C-suite executives
- Prepared and submitted expense reports using Concur
- Managed complex calendars using Outlook and coordinated domestic travel arrangements
- Led complex projects, collaborating with stakeholders and cross-functional partners
- Educated new hires on the knowledge, skills, and standards they can use to be successful in their new role
- Planned and coordinated successful large-scale events for team building, corporate training, and clients
- Promoted a positive work culture by organizing team-building activities and events throughout the year.
- Boosted employee retention rates by conducting regular feedback surveys and implementing improvements based on results.
- Cultivated strong relationships with management to align company objectives with employee needs and expectations.
- Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative strategies and programs.
- Developed effective communication channels for increased collaboration between departments.
- Designed comprehensive onboarding processes to ensure new employees felt welcomed and supported from day one.
Alvarez & Marsal Taxand
Marketing & Business Development Assistant
11.2019 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Supported two C-Suite Executives in executing business development projects
- Conducted research on strategic key clients, industries, and competitors
- Managed CRM database to ensure accuracy and currency of customer information, optimizing lead nurturing efforts.
- Contributed to the establishment of annual sales targets, supporting team members in achieving goals consistently.
- Participated in strategy sessions with senior leadership to align business goals with growth initiatives across departments successfully.
- Prepared and submitted expense reports using Concur
- Reviewed invoices, payment requests, advance requests, expense reimbursements, and proper coding, prior to approval.
- Planned and coordinated successful large-scale events for team building, corporate training, and clients.
- Increased lead generation by researching and identifying potential clients for business development opportunities.
- Assisted in the creation of sales presentations, resulting in successful client acquisition and retention.
Alvarez & Marsal Taxand, GTT
Executive Assistant
09.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Provided comprehensive operational support to 4 C-suite executives
- Managed complex calendars using Outlook and coordinated domestic travel arrangements
- Managed and coordinated high-stakes meetings, prepared agendas, and took accurate notes
- Maintained executive calendars and domestic travel arrangements
- Planned and coordinated successful large-scale events for team building, corporate training, and clients
- Organized and executed diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
- Prepared and edited presentations on behalf of executives for both internal meetings and external conferences.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors leading to improved contract terms resulting in cost savings for the company.
Education
Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing, MI
Business Administration
Skills
- Project management
- Inclusion strategies
- Conflict management
- Leadership development
- Calendar management
- Expense management
- Onboarding and training
- Event planning
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Office
- Salesforce
- Invoice Processing
- Team building
- Administrative Support
Accomplishments
- Created a DEIB townhall using project management tools from Completion and and to collaborate with stakeholders to achieve a favorable outcome.
- Awarded a bonus in recognition of managing the company's annual week long training conference
- Boosted employee retention rates by 10% conducting regular feedback surveys and implementing improvements based on results.
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Whitecap Search (Packer Collegiate Institute)
10.2023 - Current
Employee Engagement Manager
Alvarez & Marsal Taxand, GTT
11.2020 - 02.2023
Marketing & Business Development Assistant
Alvarez & Marsal Taxand
11.2019 - 11.2020
Executive Assistant
Alvarez & Marsal Taxand, GTT
09.2018 - 03.2020
Michigan State University
Business Administration
LinkedIn Profile
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenyaedwards/
LinkedIn Profile
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenyaedwards/
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