LILIA C. TORRES
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Executive Support and Operations Professional with 15 years of experience enhancing organizational effectiveness in nonprofit and professional services. Expertise in managing complex executive priorities and multimillion-dollar operations while fostering strong stakeholder relationships. Committed to driving process improvements that enhance efficiency and impact.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
Bill of Rights Institute
Arlington, VA
12.2022 - Current
- Served as a strategic partner to the President of a national nonprofit organization, providing executive-level operational support and aligning leadership priorities across departments and external stakeholders.
- Act as primary liaison between the President and senior leadership, board members, partners, and external stakeholders, exercising discretion and sound judgment in high-visibility communications.
- Manage and strategically prioritize a complex executive calendar, aligning internal initiatives, board engagement, donor relations, and national programming commitments.
- Led executive travel strategy and logistics for national engagements, maximizing scheduling efficiency and aligning with key stakeholder priorities.
- Prepared briefings, materials, and documentation for board meetings, leadership sessions, and external engagements, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals.
- Support executive-led organizational initiatives and cross-functional projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with strategic goals.
- Streamlined executive workflow processes, enhancing communication flow and minimizing scheduling conflicts.
NOVA Regional Manager
Capital Area Food Bank
Lorton, VA
02.2019 - 11.2022
- Directed regional operations representing 30% of the organization's 45 million annual meal distribution, ensuring service continuity, compliance, and partner satisfaction across Northern Virginia.
- Managed relationships with 400+ nonprofit and community agency partners, acting as primary escalation point to resolve issues and strengthen collaboration.
- Administered and monitored $1.4M+ in grant funding, ensuring compliance, reporting accuracy, and effective program utilization.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with operations, finance, and development teams to streamline workflows, reducing issue resolution time by approximately 50%.
- Supervised and coached regional coordinators on compliance and operational standards, enhancing partner engagement and team effectiveness.
- Represented organization at regional stakeholder meetings and community events, fostering partnerships and promoting organizational goals.
NOVA Regional Specialist
Capital Area Food Bank
Lorton, VA
09.2012 - 02.2019
- Facilitated regional program operations and enhanced partner engagement within a large nonprofit network.
- Coordinated onboarding, training, and reporting processes, while managing invoicing and ongoing support for nonprofit partner agencies.
- Cultivated partner relationships through regular communication and proactive resolution of issues.
- Supported major partner-facing events including Empty Bowls and the NOVA Hunger Summit.
- Assisted with compliance audits and data integrity initiatives to maintain operational continuity.
Executive Assistant
Baker Tilly Virchow Krause
Tysons Corner, VA
10.2011 - 08.2012
- Managed complex calendars, arranged travel logistics, processed expense reports, and handled sensitive communications.
- Liaised between executives, internal teams, and external clients, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
- Supported senior leaders in tax professional services firm by coordinating schedules and prioritizing engagements.
Portfolio Executive Assistant
Marshfield Associates
Washington, DC
09.2007 - 06.2011
- Coordinated executive scheduling and travel logistics, ensuring timely reporting and secure handling of confidential documentation.
- Acted as liaison between executives, clients, and external partners to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
- Supported senior executives and investment professionals by managing schedules and organizing critical communications within a financial management firm.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - French
Université Du Québec À Montréal
Montréal, Quebec, Canada06.2000
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Skills
- Executive partnership and strategic prioritization
- Board and stakeholder engagement
- Regional operations leadership
- Grant and budget oversight
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Process improvement and workflow optimization
- Complex calendar and travel management
- Issue resolution and escalation management
- Program and partner oversight
- Event and project management
- CRM and SaaS platforms
Languages
- Spanish
- French
- English
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
French
Professional
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
Bill of Rights Institute
12.2022 - Current
NOVA Regional Manager
Capital Area Food Bank
02.2019 - 11.2022
NOVA Regional Specialist
Capital Area Food Bank
09.2012 - 02.2019
Executive Assistant
Baker Tilly Virchow Krause
10.2011 - 08.2012
Portfolio Executive Assistant
Marshfield Associates
09.2007 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - French
Université Du Québec À Montréal