Lea M Nichols
Roseville,CA
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished Executive Assistant with over 20 years of experience in executive support, project management, and organizational operations. Expertise in supporting C-suite executives, managing complex projects, and driving operational excellence across diverse functions. Adept at handling high-priority tasks with confidentiality, urgency, and professionalism.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Assistant
INTEL
Folsom, CA
01.2012 - Current
- Provide high-level administrative support to a Corporate Vice President and four executive directors, serving as the central point of contact and ensuring seamless operations for a team of 150+ members
- Oversee critical and confidential executive-level tasks, including complex calendar management, high-priority scheduling, and coordination of urgent and sensitive communications
- Manage and mentor the administrative assistant team, serving as the Administrative Lead to enhance team efficiency and professional development
- Develop and deliver content for Between the Lines, Intel’s global newsletter for executive and administrative assistants, fostering communication and resource sharing across a worldwide network
- Collaborate directly with Executive Staff within the Office of the CEO, operating with a high degree of confidentiality, urgency, and precision to support mission-critical initiatives
Senior Administrator
INTEL
Folsom, CA
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Delivered comprehensive administrative support during medical leave coverage, managing complex calendars and travel itineraries for four managers and 34 team members, coordinating seamless event logistics, and preparing detailed documents and reports to support performance tracking and decision-making
- Arranged and executed domestic and international travel itineraries for multiple executives, ensuring efficient scheduling and minimal disruptions to operations
- Coordinated onsite and offsite events, including venue selection, catering, and logistics management, with budgets ranging from $10K–$50K
Business Process Analyst
INTEL
Folsom, CA
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Streamlined and optimized client workflows by analyzing business processes, implementing new procedures aligned with industry best practices, and creating detailed documentation, including process documents, spreadsheets, and contracts, to ensure clarity and efficiency
- Supported client success through comprehensive demonstrations and training on new processes, coordinated scheduling and communications with clients and vendors, and leveraged SAP and SharePoint for in-depth research, reporting, and data management to inform strategic decisions
Program Manager
Hewell-Packard
Folsom, CA
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Directed the North America Speaking Program, managing contracts valued at up to $250K, preparing Statements of Work (SOWs), and overseeing project accounting, including accounts payable, receivables, payroll, and reconciliations
- Coordinated global communications, analyst relations, and logistics for events with budgets ranging from $5K to $250K
Operations Manager
REGUS/HQ Global Workplace
Roseville, CA
01.2003 - 01.2005
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Business Management
University of the Pacific
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Foothill College
Skills
- Executive Support
- Project Management
- Customer Relations
- Schedule Management
- Travel Coordination
- Data Analysis
- Event Planning
- Contract Negotiation & Management
- Expense Tracking & Reporting
- Team Leadership & Training
- Social Media Management
- Advanced Software Proficiency
Certification
- PMP Certification (Project Management Professional)
- Online Marketing & Research Certification
- Administration Bundle (Refresher)
- Advanced Excel (Refresher)
- Event Planning
- Computer Technology
- Advanced Word
Honorsandawards
- Admin of the Year, Intel, 2024
- Top 5 Executive Administrative Assistants, San Francisco Bay Area, 2024
Timeline
Senior Administrator
INTEL
08.2014 - 12.2014
Executive Assistant
INTEL
01.2012 - Current
Business Process Analyst
INTEL
01.2012 - 07.2012
Program Manager
Hewell-Packard
01.2005 - 01.2011
Operations Manager
REGUS/HQ Global Workplace
01.2003 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Business Management
University of the Pacific
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Foothill College
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