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Kerry Barber

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Efficient and results-driven professional with a proven track record in streamlining processes and optimizing organizational efficiency. Proactive leader overseeing diverse operational functions, including finance, HR, project management, and strategic planning. Exceptional communicator fostering collaboration across departments and supporting executive leadership in achieving goals. Diligent and resourceful problem-solver committed to driving continuous improvement and facilitating the smooth execution of business objectives. Poised to deliver exceptional support, driving productivity and strategic improvements in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief of Staff

Alexa Meade // Wonderland Dreams
10.2018 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
  • Provided comprehensive support to the CEO and Artist, enabling them to focus on critical decision-making and leadership tasks.
  • Established project workflow procedures and operational strategies, managed three business entities, oversaw all company accounts.
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
  • Served as Controller for financial accounts, project budgets, and personal books.
  • Supervised 45+ employees, ensured labor law compliance, payroll, taxes. Managed the full employee life cycle.
  • Managed insurance policies, claims, audits, vendor and project COIs.

Operations & Business Manager

Freelance
08.2015 - 10.2018
  • Analyzed business operations and implemented operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth, productivity, and cohesiveness.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders to streamline processes, providing strategic guidance and operational support to optimize businesses.
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.

Executive Assistant

Cooper DuBois
01.2013 - 08.2015
  • Anticipated potential challenges in daily operations and devised appropriate solutions to maintain uninterrupted workflow in the executive office.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel, and ground transportation.
  • Optimized scheduling efficiency by coordinating meetings and appointments for the CEO.
  • Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
  • Ensured timely completion of action items by tracking progress and following up on delegated tasks from the CEO.
  • Maintained confidentiality by handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theater Production

University of Delaware
Newark, DE

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Strategic Planning & Implementation
  • Financial Management & Reporting
  • Human Resources
  • Contract Negotiation & Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Risk Assessment
  • Collaborative mindset

Timeline

Chief of Staff

Alexa Meade // Wonderland Dreams
10.2018 - Current

Operations & Business Manager

Freelance
08.2015 - 10.2018

Executive Assistant

Cooper DuBois
01.2013 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Theater Production

University of Delaware

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