LAUREN TILDEN
Summary
Hi there! I'm Lauren, a career Executive Assistant with a passion for the design and administration of environments that foster individual and organizational effectiveness.
With a decade of experience in executive support, have honed my skills in anticipating and meeting the needs of senior leadership, enabling them to focus on strategic initiatives and business growth. My expertise lies in streamlining operations, assisting with fundraising logistics, managing complex calendars, and orchestrating high-profile events with precision and professionalism.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant/Paralegal
OpenGate Capital
03.2018 - 07.2023
- Provided support to Partner, Head of Global Business Development, General Counsel, and MD/Head of M&A (Industrials) over the course of 5+ years; provided high-touch back-up support to Founder when requested
- Fielded calls and emails, managed complex calendars, arranged global travel (commercial/private), and processed expenses
- Arranged internal meetings and external meetings with bankers, sellers, and potential acquisition targets
- Assisted the MD with all stages of acquisition process through due diligence to close; helped oversee transition of newly acquired companies, employees, and employment contracts and handled billing matters; traveled when requested
- Assisted Partner with fundraising efforts and worked closely with Asset Advisors to coordinate roadshows throughout US and Europe; coordinated introduction meetings with potential investors and current LPs and handled travel and agendas
- Scheduled meetings and booked travel for business development in US and Europe and cultivated relationships with bankers and corporations to explore potential acquisition opportunities
- Reviewed non-disclosure agreements, filed/confirmed proof of termination of documents, and helped move deals forward
- Oversaw legal documents and correspondence for General Counsel, including tax filings, creation of LLCs, Secretary of State registration, entity policies, and name changes
- Served as liaison between portfolio companies and legal teams for any contract or filing matters; ensured portfolio companies were up to date on all filings with Registered Agents.
Executive Assistant/Paralegal
Glendon Capital Management
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Provided direct support to Head Trader and Founding Partners; assisted Principals when requested
- Served as the primary point of contact for internal and external contacts on all matters pertaining to the office
- Acted as liaison between Partners, clients, and potential investors
- Managed demanding schedules of meetings and arranged global travel plans, itineraries, agendas, lodging, and meals
- Processed detailed expense reports, drafted memos, and took meeting minutes
- Supported Partners and Investor Relations team during fundraising; created pitch books and assisted the Partners with all logistics for marketing and fundraising calls, meetings, and travel
- Assisted Head Trader with trade requests, counter offers, and communication regarding negotiations with bankers
- Coordinated with building management and external vendors to maintain the office suite, planned team social events, and assisted with registering for healthcare/benefit plans
- Spearheaded projects and database tasks, recommended improvements to improve efficiency and lower costs, monitored team progress, and ensured employees were adhering to compliance standards.
Paralegal/Contract and Lien Negotiator
West Coast Trial Lawyers
12.2014 - 02.2016
- Served as paralegal to two partner attorneys and three junior attorneys for a personal injury and criminal law firm
- Managed business calendars, coordinated travel, processed expense reports, drafted correspondence, processed intakes, requested medical records, opened claims, and negotiated contracts on behalf of clients and attorneys.
Legal Assistant/Facilitator
Pasadena Superior Courthouse
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Assisted litigants in the Pasadena courthouse resource center with various aspects of family law, such as drafting requests for orders, petitions for paternity, child custody matters, Ex Parte, modifications, dissolutions of marriage, declarations of disclosure, and income and expense forms
- Aided litigants in evictions; responded and answered to evictions and defenses attachments, conducted client interviews and client intake services, and interpreted and relayed legal information in a clear format for litigants and clients.
Education
Paralegal Certificate -
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA01.2014
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management -
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA01.2011
Skills
- MS Office Suite
- Salesforce
- DealCloud
- Backstop Solutions
- Webex
- ComplySci
- CT Corp
- Concur
Hobbies and Interests
- Free Diving
- Ocean preservation and advocate
- Snowboarding and hiking
Timeline
Executive Assistant/Paralegal
OpenGate Capital
03.2018 - 07.2023
Executive Assistant/Paralegal
Glendon Capital Management
03.2016 - 03.2018
Paralegal/Contract and Lien Negotiator
West Coast Trial Lawyers
12.2014 - 02.2016
Legal Assistant/Facilitator
Pasadena Superior Courthouse
01.2014 - 08.2014
Paralegal Certificate -
Pasadena City College
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management -
California State University, Los Angeles
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