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LASHAWN ASHE

Summary

Driven and dedicated Executive Assistant with a strong track record of supporting top-level executives in dynamic environments. Excels at managing complex calendars and coordinating travel plans, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Known for organizing memorable events and leading strategic projects, consistently finding ways to streamline processes and boost team efficiency.

Skilled in creating insightful presentations and reports that drive critical decisions. Handles sensitive information with the utmost care and professionalism. Building genuine relationships with colleagues and clients is a core strength, as well as thriving in roles that require adaptability and a collaborative spirit. Passionate about contributing to organizational success and eager to bring skills to a Senior Administrative or Executive Assistant position.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Real Estate Sales Associate

Equinix
06.2022 - Current
  • Operations Leadership: Led operations across multiple offices in New York, Chicago, and Buffalo, providing remote support for properties in Ashburn, Herndon, and Toronto, executing office management practices on a national scale.
  • Program Development & Diversity Initiatives: Launched the corporate “Food Tour” Thursdays program, promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging, resulting in improved office attendance and engagement.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Facilitated collaboration across executive, sales, marketing, administrative, and legal teams, ensuring successful execution of business meetings and office events.
  • Global Process Standardization: Partnered with global teams (AMER, EMEA, APAC) to implement and standardize processes across regions, fostering consistency in office operations.
  • Budget Management: Managed, tracked, and reported on a $300,000 CRE budget, optimizing resource allocation to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
  • Health & Safety Compliance: Minimized liability risks by establishing and enforcing health and safety policies across all properties.
  • Performance & Initiative Recognition: Earned 20 companywide recognition awards from coworkers, acknowledging outstanding performance and initiative.
  • Process Improvement: Established workflow processes, monitored productivity, and implemented enhancements to improve personnel performance and overall office operations.
  • Client & Community Engagement: Built strong relationships with customers and the community, contributing to long-term business growth.


Executive Assistant

Allied Universal
06.2017 - 06.2022
  • Complex Calendar Management: Expertly managed complex calendars for two Vice Presidents, coordinating meetings and travel arrangements to ensure seamless schedule execution.
  • Strategic Project Management: Led special projects on behalf of executives, effectively balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day administrative responsibilities to drive organizational goals.
  • Event Planning and Coordination: Planned and organized key events, including team off-sites and client conferences, managing logistics from venue selection to budget oversight to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Data-Driven Presentations: Prepared and delivered impactful presentations and reports using Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, synthesizing complex data to support high-level decision-making.
  • Confidentiality and Discretion: Handled sensitive information with the utmost professionalism, maintaining confidentiality in managing executive communications and documents.
  • High-Volume Communication Management: Efficiently managed a high volume of phone calls and email inquiries, prioritizing responses and ensuring timely communication with stakeholders.
  • Budget Monitoring and Reporting: Contributed to budget management by closely monitoring expenses and providing detailed expenditure reports to assist in financial decision-making.
  • Ad Hoc Project Coordination: Coordinated various events and worked on ad hoc projects, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in meeting the needs of the organization.
  • Relationship Management: Fostered strong relationships with internal teams and external clients, enhancing collaboration and facilitating effective communication.
  • Proactive Problem Solver: Anticipated and addressed potential issues before they arose, providing solutions that support executive priorities and organizational objectives.
  • Advanced Technical Proficiency: Skilled in leveraging advanced features of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and project management tools to enhance operational efficiency.

Senior Administrative Coordinator

Allied Universal
07.2016 - 06.2017
  • Departmental Calendar Management: Coordinated schedules and meetings for engineering, security, and marketing teams, ensuring smooth collaboration across senior management and departments.
  • Tenant and Stakeholder Communication: Developed streamlined communication systems for tenants, enhancing effective engagement with on-site stakeholders and resolving issues efficiently.
  • Onboarding and Training Leadership: Led comprehensive onboarding processes and training programs for new employees, promoting a positive integration into the company.
  • Vendor and Client Relations: Built and maintained strong relationships with external vendors and clients, ensuring professional and proactive support.
  • Cross-Coverage Administrative Support: Provided coverage and assistance across various administrative roles, maintaining continuity in operations during absences or transitions.
  • Access Control Process Development: Designed and implemented a new access control system for retail sites at the World Trade Center, improving security and operational efficiency.
  • Budget Management and Analysis: Analyzed spending, allocated departmental budgets, and aligned financial resources with corporate objectives for improved budget utilization.
  • Executive Liaison: Acted as a trusted liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders, handling confidential information with the utmost discretion.
  • Event Coordination: Executed both in-person and virtual meetings, conferences, and events, including organizing five successful employee holiday parties.
  • File and Document Management: Managed electronic and paper-based filing systems, ensuring key documents were accessible, organized, and up to date.
  • Team Management and Development: Hired, trained, and developed staff, set performance goals, conducted reviews, and administered salaries, ensuring team growth and accountability.


Education

Associate of Arts -

Borough Of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY

Bachelor Of Arts -

John Jay College Of Criminal Justice
New York, NY

Skills

  • Proactive Problem Solver
  • Advanced Technical Proficiency
  • High-Level Communication & Confidentiality
  • Event Planning & Execution
  • Operations Leadership
  • Budget & Resource Management
  • Strategic Project Leadership
  • Client Relationship & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Timeline

Corporate Real Estate Sales Associate

Equinix
06.2022 - Current

Executive Assistant

Allied Universal
06.2017 - 06.2022

Senior Administrative Coordinator

Allied Universal
07.2016 - 06.2017

Associate of Arts -

Borough Of Manhattan Community College

Bachelor Of Arts -

John Jay College Of Criminal Justice

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