Kyshia V Thompson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced Senior Executive Assistant with a focus on strategic planning and operational management, delivering exceptional organizational support. Excels in optimizing executive productivity through effective team coordination and service delivery. Skilled in handling complex tasks with minimal supervision to achieve operational goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to Co-CEO (s) / Office Managing Directors
Gensler
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Maximized Co-CEOs’ effectiveness by providing comprehensive partnership and support.
- Demonstrated advanced software skills to pivot and prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Coordinated interactions with clients, stakeholders, and staff to support office leadership.
- Planned internal and external meetings while collaborating with global teams and vendors.
- Managed executive calendars to optimize scheduling for meetings and events.
- Arranged travel itineraries and accommodations for executives, ensuring seamless logistics.
Executive Assistant
Equity Lifestyle Properties
Chicago, IL
03.2020 - 08.2023
- Supported Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Marketing Officer with comprehensive assistance.
- Facilitated Board communications and processed expense reports efficiently.
- Conducted research projects and collaborated with Investor Relations to compile findings for review.
- Prepared and distributed agendas and minutes for Board meetings promptly.
- Assisted various departmental initiatives through effective project management.
- Created reports, presentations, agendas, and other documents for executive staff as needed.
Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Prepared Meals Company
Berkeley, IL
08.2016 - 09.2022
- Coordinated scheduling for meetings, travel plans, and executive obligations to ensure seamless operations.
- Served as company administrator for corporate cards and travel software, negotiating vendor contracts for cost savings.
- Conducted research projects, compiling findings for executive review to support strategic decision-making.
- Organized company events, including team-building activities and training sessions to promote employee engagement.
- Developed internal communications and newsletters to foster information flow within the organization.
- Liaised with vendors to streamline office operations and maintain effective supply chains.
Executive Assistant and Office Manager
LUV Institite
Chicago, IL
02.2015 - 06.2016
Lead Contract Administrator
Rand McNally
Skokie, IL
12.2011 - 02.2013
Marketing and Public Relations Administrator
Suburban Cook ROE
Bellwood, IL
08.2007 - 06.2010
Executive Assistant to Superintendent
Bellwood School District 88
Bellwood, IL
06.2006 - 06.2007
Education
High School Diploma -
Dwight D. Eisenhower High School
Blue Island, IL06.1993
Skills
- Project management
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Meeting and Event coordination
- Attention to detail
- Travel administration
- Schedule planning
- Calendar organization
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal communication
- Document preparation
- Confidentiality management
- Vendor negotiation
- Board communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Assistant to Co-CEO (s) / Office Managing Directors
Gensler
08.2023 - Current
Executive Assistant
Equity Lifestyle Properties
03.2020 - 08.2023
Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Prepared Meals Company
08.2016 - 09.2022
Executive Assistant and Office Manager
LUV Institite
02.2015 - 06.2016
Lead Contract Administrator
Rand McNally
12.2011 - 02.2013
Marketing and Public Relations Administrator
Suburban Cook ROE
08.2007 - 06.2010
Executive Assistant to Superintendent
Bellwood School District 88
06.2006 - 06.2007
High School Diploma -
Dwight D. Eisenhower High School