LESLIE CANALES
Ringgold,GA
Summary
Driven and resourceful administrative professional with 20+ years of experience assisting with work of high-achieving executives. Track record supporting professional needs with well-organized precision. Successfully manages high-volume workloads in rapidly changing environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Administrative Assistant
McKee Foods Corporation
11.2019 - Current
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and managing executive calendars.
- Enhanced communication between departments through proactive coordination of meetings and events.
- Organized travel arrangements, ensuring smooth transitions for executives during business trips.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress against deadlines, providing updates to executives as needed.
- Handled administrative tasks such as expense report processing or invoice reconciliation efficiently; allowing executives to focus on high-priority responsibilities without distraction.
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
- Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
Executive Administrative Assistant
BlueCross BlueShield of TN
10.2017 - 11.2019
- Conducted research on industry trends, providing valuable insights to support strategic decisionmaking.
- Scheduled appointments promptly, ensuring optimal use of executive time while minimizing conflicts or cancellations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, expediting project completion times and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy.
- Reviewed incoming communications for urgency or importance; prioritized correspondence accordingly for executive review or action.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Scheduled appointments and handled calenders for senior leadership.
- Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
Administrative Assistant III
T-Mobile
02.2006 - 07.2016
- Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements and negotiating vendor contracts.
- Facilitated collaboration within the team by organizing regular meetings, maintaining meeting minutes, and tracking project progress.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
- Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
Education
Diploma -
Harvest High School
Dalton, GA05.1992
Skills
- Master Calender Management
- Travel Coordination
- Executive Support
- Meeting Support
- Expense Reporting
- Excellent Communication
- Spreadsheet Creation
- Documentation and Reporting
Timeline
Executive Administrative Assistant
McKee Foods Corporation
11.2019 - Current
Executive Administrative Assistant
BlueCross BlueShield of TN
10.2017 - 11.2019
Administrative Assistant III
T-Mobile
02.2006 - 07.2016
Diploma -
Harvest High School
Personal Information
Title: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Personal Information
Title: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT