Lindsey Winters
Chicago,IL
Summary
Energetic office manager with 10+ years experience, responsible for the daily operations of an office environment that includes staff coordination, development and constituent services. Multitalented professional with several years in top-tier organizational support. Skilled at close work with senior executive team. Robust history offering office management, support staff management, training, supervision and event planning. Excellent research, project support and organizational abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
Institute of Politics | University of Chicago
Chicago , Illinois
03.2023 - Current
- Diligently maintained accurate and secure records and files in relation to executive operations.
- Maintained calendar of events and meetings for executive staff.
- Coordinated travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, car rentals, and ground transportation.
- Ensured that all necessary materials were available prior to meetings.
- Prepared agendas and took minutes at meetings when requested.
- Assisted in organizing and carrying out board meetings, including arranging necessary transportation, lodging, and meals for participants.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Administrative Office Manager
Office of Commissioner Bridget Gainer, Tenth District Cook County Board of Commissioners
Chicago , IL
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Effectively oversaw the scheduling of the Commissioner's engagements, including appointments, travel arrangements, meetings, and conferences.
- Scheduled committee meetings, updated individual and office wide calendars, and planned for meetings and special events.
- Served as a liaison between constituents and County departments, representing the Commissioner
- Aided constituents in filing for exemptions and appeals with the Cook County Assessor's Office as well as the Cook County Board of Review.
- Schedule regular tax appeal and exemption workshops/office hours in the community.
Hospital Manager
South Loop Animal Hospital
Chicago
01.2012 - 12.2019
- Directly supervised reception team members and provided training, while maintaining effective coordination with over 25 staff members.
- Streamlined operations by handling scheduling, recruiting, onboarding, and training.
- Responsible for organizing and maintaining a file system for a large volume of patients
- Increased office productivity by establishing effective protocols and fostering a knowledgeable and efficient workforce.
Co-director and live in artist
Roxaboxen Arts Gallery
Chicago
11.2009 - 09.2013
- Co-creator of inclusive art and performance gallery.
- The live-in artist run gallery and performance space gave provided an opportunity to host hundreds of events including art installations, concerts, community meetings, film festivals, plays and charity events over the course of 4 years.
- Facilitated the planning and implementation of dozens of events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Governors State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- Event Planning
- Executive Support
- Office Management
- Logistics
- Project Oversight
- Strategic Planning
- Expense Reporting
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Institute of Politics | University of Chicago
03.2023 - Current
Administrative Office Manager
Office of Commissioner Bridget Gainer, Tenth District Cook County Board of Commissioners
12.2019 - 05.2021
Hospital Manager
South Loop Animal Hospital
01.2012 - 12.2019
Co-director and live in artist
Roxaboxen Arts Gallery
11.2009 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Governors State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Columbia College Chicago
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