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LAURA MONTGOMERY
Executive Operations & Administrative Professional
Cumberland Furnace,TN
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workDesired start date: Open to discussion
Desired Job Title
Executive AdministratorHousehold Manager / Family Operations CoordinatorSenior Account Manager / Office & HR ManagerGeneral Manager / Client SpecialistAdministrative AssistantWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridLocation: Cumberland Furnace, TNClarksville, TNNashville, TN
Open to relocation: No
Important To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursPaid time off4-day work weekSummary
Results-driven Executive Operations professional skilled in enhancing efficiency across administrative, HR, and financial functions. Expertise in structuring processes in fast-paced environments and aligning cross-functional teams. Effectively manages complex priorities while serving as a liaison between leadership and staff. Background includes property management, leasing, client relations, and office operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Administrator
Manna Cafe Ministries
Clarksville, TN
08.2024 - 02.2026
- Provided high-level executive support to CEO and COO, managing complex calendars, communications, and shifting priorities
- Oversaw daily administrative operations, enhancing workflow and ensuring effective cross-department coordination
- Acted as a central operational hub across administrative staff, warehouse personnel, and drivers to align leadership and execution.
- Supported HR functions including hiring coordination, onboarding, employee documentation, and internal communications
- Assisted with payroll, invoicing, expense tracking, and budget support
- Managed vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring service continuity and optimizing cost efficiency
- Acted as liaison between leadership and staff to foster clear communication and accountability.
- Coordinated large-scale community outreach operations that distributed more than 25,000 food boxes annually through collaboration with administrative, warehouse, transportation, and leadership teams.
- Handled sensitive personnel and financial information with discretion
Household Manager / Family Operations Coordinator
Private Household
Lebanon, TN
01.2012 - 05.2024
- Managed household operations, ensuring seamless scheduling, logistics, budgeting, and daily coordination for family needs
- Provided comprehensive care and developmental support for two children, fostering growth and education over a 12-year period
- Maintained a high-trust, long-term professional relationship requiring discretion and reliability
- Operated as a private executive-style support role, managing logistics, scheduling, and operations comparable to office management functions
Senior Account Manager / Office & HR Manager
Wiatr & Associates, LLC
Nashville, TN
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Supported the launch of a Music Row accounting firm, building foundational administrative and operational systems
- Served as primary client contact, ensuring service quality and operational continuity
- Managed two office locations, providing administrative support for approximately 15 employees
- Led hiring, onboarding, payroll setup, and benefits administration
- Oversaw bookkeeping, financial reporting, and tax preparation, ensuring accurate financial documentation
- Coordinated client meetings and travel while providing on-site accounting services to enhance client engagement
General Manager / Client Specialist
Office Suites PLUS
Brentwood, TN
03.2006 - 01.2009
- Directed daily operations for multi-tenant executive office facility, managing leasing, client relations, facilities, and financial operations to ensure smooth functioning.
- Negotiated leases and managed rent collections, marketing strategies, and property inspections to enhance occupancy and client satisfaction.
- Conducted property tours and successfully sold suite solutions.
- Oversaw accounts payable/receivable, payroll, budgeting, and reporting.
- Provided technical support for phone, fax, videoconferencing, and internet systems to ensure seamless communication for clients and staff.
Administrative Assistant
Smith, Wiles & Co., PC / Copyright Exchange, LLC
Nashville, TN
06.1999 - 03.2006
- Prepared tax forms, financial statements, and multiple tax returns to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Maintained confidential client files and supported executive travel planning.
- Assisted in creating songwriter catalogs to streamline inventory and access for clients.
- Managed administrative operations for entire office, coordinating tasks and resources to support daily functions.
- Assisted in the creation of songwriter catalogs.
Skills
- Executive supportSpecial project coordination
- Calendar management
- Meeting coordination
- Client relations
- Staff management
- Vendor management
- HR coordination
- Financial administration
- Budget Management
- Financial Reporting
- Database Management & Scheduling Systems
- Workflow optimization
- E-Forms
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- PowerPoint
- QuickBooks
- Yardi
- Graphic Design
- Operations management
- Problem solving
- Discretion handling
- Information confidentiality
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Internal communications
- Team collaboration
- Managing multiple priorities
- Eye for detail
- Meeting minutes creation
- Project management
Timeline
Executive Administrator - Manna Cafe Ministries
08.2024 - 02.2026
Household Manager / Family Operations Coordinator - Private Household
01.2012 - 05.2024
Senior Account Manager / Office & HR Manager - Wiatr & Associates, LLC
01.2009 - 01.2012
General Manager / Client Specialist - Office Suites PLUS
03.2006 - 01.2009
Administrative Assistant - Smith, Wiles & Co., PC / Copyright Exchange, LLC
06.1999 - 03.2006