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Krista Polascik

Pahrump,NV

Summary

Organized professional with extensive experience in executive support and office management. Adept at coordinating schedules, managing communications, and handling confidential information with discretion. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving high-impact results. Known for adaptability, reliability, and exceptional organizational and multitasking skills. Proficient in calendar management, travel arrangements, and project coordination, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Remote Senior Executive Assistant and Vice President of Administration

ELECTRUM PARTNERS LLC
10.2017 - 11.2024
  • Enhanced executive productivity through proficient calendar management, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination.
  • Coordinated complex domestic and international travel itineraries, ensuring a smooth experience for 5 executives.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental communication by serving as a liaison between executives and their respective teams or departments.
  • Established strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support company objectives.
  • Managed high-priority projects with tight deadlines for successful completion and on-time delivery.
  • Provided exceptional support to senior leadership during critical business events, including conferences, meetings, and presentations.
  • Developed detailed meeting agendas, resulting in more productive discussions among team members and executives.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Assisted in recruitment efforts by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks, leading to quality hires.
  • Maintained utmost confidentiality while handling sensitive information related to company data and personnel matters.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.

Senior Administrative Assistant & Office Administrator

MARSH USA, INC.
01.2012 - 10.2017
    • Improved executives productivity by effectively coordinating schedules, meetings, and travel arrangements for senior executives.
    • Supported sales teams in achieving their goals through proactive monthly report preparation.
    • Facilitated successful events through meticulous planning, coordination, and execution of logistics.
    • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong working relationships with colleagues across departments.
    • Coordinated seamless onboarding experiences for new hires to ensure they were properly equipped with the necessary tools to succeed in their roles from day one.
    • Ensured smooth daily operations by maintaining office supplies inventory and anticipating needs to avoid stock shortages or delays in projects.
    • Expertly coordinated logistics for functions both within and outside of organization.
    • Assisted in the creation of compelling presentations for monthly and quarterly meetings using advanced PowerPoint skills.
    • Provided valuable support to multiple departments, managing ad-hoc projects as needed and balancing competing priorities effectively.
    • Liaised with vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
    • Safeguarded company information by maintaining strict confidentiality protocols and ensuring secure document storage practices.

Insurance and Risk Manager

GOLDEN ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
08.2010 - 07.2011
    • Responsible for the safety of 1,200 employees of the company's, taverns, casinos and hotels
    • Managed insurance programs efficiently, balancing coverage needs with budgetary constraints while maintaining adequate protection against losses.
    • Successfully managed all insurance claims and litigation matters
    • Negotiated insurance provisions in agreements, leases and contracts

Insurance and Compliance Specialist

GOLDEN ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
03.2009 - 07.2010
  • Successfully submitted applications for gaming and business licenses
  • Resolved and responded to any gaming violations
  • Drafted gaming agreements, leases, amendments and promissory notes
  • Managed insurance programs efficiently, balancing coverage needs with budgetary constraints while maintaining adequate protection against losses.

Executive & Personal Assistant

GOLDEN ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
08.2005 - 02.2009
  • Right hand to the Chief Financial Officer & Executive Vice President
  • Provided administrative support including preparation of company minute books for 71 entities and quarterly performance reports for creditors, and filing of SS-4 applications
  • Created & researched due diligence files for potential mergers and acquisitions
  • Managed all company property & casualty insurance policies
  • Managed landlord relations, property leases and vendor contracts
  • Extensive business & personal travel arrangements both domestic & international trips

Education

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska

High School Diploma -

Millard South High School
Omaha, Nebraska
01.1991

Skills

  • Executive support expertise
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Skilled in office technology
  • Proactive decision making
  • Travel coordination
  • Project and task management
  • High-level confidentiality
  • Strong problem solver

Timeline

Remote Senior Executive Assistant and Vice President of Administration

ELECTRUM PARTNERS LLC
10.2017 - 11.2024

Senior Administrative Assistant & Office Administrator

MARSH USA, INC.
01.2012 - 10.2017

Insurance and Risk Manager

GOLDEN ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
08.2010 - 07.2011

Insurance and Compliance Specialist

GOLDEN ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
03.2009 - 07.2010

Executive & Personal Assistant

GOLDEN ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
08.2005 - 02.2009

High School Diploma -

Millard South High School

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Krista Polascik