Linda Wilkie
Dallas
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Executive Assistant with 10+ years of experience supporting C-level executives across Fortune 50 corporations, private equity firms, and high-growth organizations. Known for strategic calendar management, board-level communication, confidential information handling, and operational excellence. Adept at navigating complex priorities, fostering trusted relationships, and serving as a strategic partner to executive leadership.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Artisant Lane Furniture Collective
02.2025 - Current
- Serve as right hand to the CEO of a private equity–backed luxury furniture collective.
- Manage complex board preparation, executive scheduling, vendor management, and governance documentation across multiple portfolio brands.
- Coordinate investor relations, executive travel, and confidential communications.
Executive Assistant to Global CISO
McKesson
09.2022 - 02.2025
- Directed strategic calendar management for the Global CISO, aligning executive priorities with organizational goals.
- Managed 200+ weekly executive correspondences and facilitated board and leadership communications.
- Produced 50+ analytical reports annually to guide security and compliance strategies.
- Reduced high-priority escalations by 25% through proactive administrative discretion.
- Hybrid
General Manager
FireHouse Gastro Park
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Directed end-to-end operations, including event production, vendor contracts, and team leadership.
- Applied EA-level skills in budgeting, recruiting, and high-level stakeholder engagement to create a cultural destination venue.
Executive Assistant to CEO
SupportNinja
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Managed CEO’s complex schedule, board prep, and confidential correspondence.
- Served as primary liaison for staff, board, and external partners.
- Oversaw procurement, vendor management, and operational office services to support scaling organization.
Assistant Network Analyst & Executive Support
Citi
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Supported SVP with email, travel, vendor portfolio management, and executive calendar oversight.
- Produced IT metrics reports and managed organizational charts with precision.
Office Manager & Executive Assistant
Entrust Datacard
12.2017 - 04.2020
- Managed calendars, global travel, and complex expense reporting for leadership team.
- Coordinated board-level briefing materials, agendas, and minutes.
- Implemented executive calendar color-coding system to prioritize high-impact meetings.
Sr. Analyst / Service Level Manager
Southwest Airlines (Contract)
05.2016 - 04.2017
- Negotiated vendor service agreements and created executive-level IT service reports.
- Leveraged vendor & data management skills transferrable to EA operational excellence.
Executive Assistant & Service Level Manager
Citi
02.2012 - 05.2016
- Provided C-Suite support to Managing Director, Global Head of Network Operations.
- Managed international travel, confidential email, vendor accounts, and staffing budgets.
Education
A.S. - Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Dallas College
01.2021
Skills
- Executive & Board-Level Support
- Travel & Event Management
- Confidential Communication & Diplomacy
- Strategic Planning
- Project Coordination
- Vendor Management
- Budget & Contract Oversight
- Data Analysis & Executive Reporting
- Crisis & Issue Resolution
- Process Optimization & Office Management
- Executive support
- Office management
Accomplishments
- Board & CEO Partnership: Supported CEOs at Artisant Lane, SupportNinja, and multiple Fortune 500 leaders by optimizing executive workflows, preparing board materials, and coordinating travel/meeting logistics.
- Strategic Calendar Mastery: Orchestrated 100+ annual high-stakes meetings, global conferences, and executive travel schedules while reducing scheduling conflicts and maximizing leadership productivity.
- Operational Leadership: Implemented office policies, vendor relationships, and technology systems that enhanced workflows and reduced escalations by 25% at McKesson.
- Data & Reporting Excellence: Developed 50+ executive reports annually, delivering data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.
- Events & Culture Building: Directed large-scale events, marketing campaigns, and cultural initiatives at Mouser Electronics and FireHouse Gastro Park, demonstrating creativity, adaptability, and people leadership.
Certification
ITIL Foundations (2011) – IT Service Management
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Artisant Lane Furniture Collective
02.2025 - Current
Executive Assistant to Global CISO
McKesson
09.2022 - 02.2025
Executive Assistant to CEO
SupportNinja
01.2022 - 07.2022
General Manager
FireHouse Gastro Park
03.2021 - 10.2022
Assistant Network Analyst & Executive Support
Citi
04.2020 - 12.2021
Office Manager & Executive Assistant
Entrust Datacard
12.2017 - 04.2020
Sr. Analyst / Service Level Manager
Southwest Airlines (Contract)
05.2016 - 04.2017
Executive Assistant & Service Level Manager
Citi
02.2012 - 05.2016
A.S. - Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Dallas College
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