Lauren Cantz
Chief Of Staff/Senior Executive Assistant
King Of Prussia,PA
Summary
Self-directed and resourceful Chief of Staff with 15+ years of experience successfully organizing, managing and delivering cross-functional projects. Influences and guides at executive-level while structuring and executing complex analyses to support strategy in fast-paced and evolving environment. Excellent relationship builder with growth mindset and strong communications skills. Collaborative leader committed to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chief of Staff / Executive Administrator
SwanBio Therapeutics, Inc
Bala Cynwyd, PA
01.2020 - Current
- Organized communications, scheduling, and travel for Leadership Team and Board members for start-up gene therapy biotech company
- Facilitated board meetings, arranging all logistics and accommodations, and steering presentations
- Simultaneously perform HR generalist duties including candidate interview logistics, new hire onboarding and employee file management
- Selected Contributions:
- Effective Facilitation of Leadership Team Meetings. Attended meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives. Drove accountability of LT to execute and communicate effectively
- Support BD efforts of CEO, General Counsel, Board Chairman and outside parties as company pursued several funding paths simultaneously.
- Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
- Encouraged coordination and cooperation among departments and continuous review of interdepartmental processes to support quality control and improvement.
Regulatory Submissions Coordinator / Executive Assistant
Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc
Wayne, PA
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Advance administration of Regulatory Affairs for this pharmaceutical company, working with Senior Director
- Maintain regulatory correspondence, FDA submission logs, and quarterly Periodic Adverse Drug Experience Reports (PADERs)
- Strategize with U.S Regulatory Consultant on international marketing activities
- Prior to transition to Regulatory Submissions, provided comprehensive administrative support to three C-suite executives
- Selected Contributions:
- Organized submission of Investigational New Drug (IND) to FDA and achieved compliance, in first experience overseeing regulatory compliance
Executive Administrative Assistant
Nobel Learning Communities, Inc
West Chester, PA
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Managed communications, scheduling, and travel for CEO, CFO, and SVP of Human Resources for this education advocacy organization
- Facilitated board meetings, arranging all logistics and accommodations
- Selected Contributions:
- Created employee handbook and on-boarding templates to streamline accreditation processes, serving as dedicated point person in submission management
- Partnered with Education department colleagues in successfully executing accreditation processes for National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Executive Administrative Assistant
Milestone Partners
Radnor, PA
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Streamlined communications, scheduling, and travel for this investment firm's Managing Partner and CFO
- Composed investor correspondence and Quarterly Reports, ensuring compliance
- Managed accounting procedures and oversaw payroll and benefits, including 401(k) plans and COBRA.
Executive Administrative Assistant
KTR Capital Partners
Conshohocken, PA
09.2011 - 12.2015
- Led office operations and administrative functions for this commercial real estate firm, working directly with CFO
- Supported Accounting, Debt Management, and Investor Relations teams
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity
- Selected Contributions:
- Facilitated $5.9B sale of real estate assets, prioritizing and executing high-level communications and financial documentation
Administrative Assistant / Service & Billing Coordinator
Taylor Products PA
Malvern, PA
11.2005 - 09.2011
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
09.1999 - 05.2003
Magna cum Laude
National English Honors Society
Skills
Scheduling
Timeline
Chief of Staff / Executive Administrator - SwanBio Therapeutics, Inc
01.2020 - Current
Regulatory Submissions Coordinator / Executive Assistant - Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc
08.2018 - 12.2019
Executive Administrative Assistant - Nobel Learning Communities, Inc
02.2018 - 08.2018
Executive Administrative Assistant - Milestone Partners
01.2016 - 01.2018
Executive Administrative Assistant - KTR Capital Partners
09.2011 - 12.2015
Administrative Assistant / Service & Billing Coordinator - Taylor Products PA
11.2005 - 09.2011
Ursinus College - Bachelor of Arts, English
09.1999 - 05.2003
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