Lisa Nicolaou
Far Hills,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Executive Assistant with a proven track record of supporting senior leadership in achieving organizational goals. Expert in managing complex schedules, coordinating projects, and delivering exceptional administrative support. Demonstrates strong analytical skills to prioritize tasks effectively and execute with professionalism.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to VP, Growth Promotions & Insights
Verizon
Basking Ridge, USA
01.2019 - Current
- Provide comprehensive executive support for the Vice President and two Associate VPs, managing complex calendars, coordinating high-priority meetings, and overseeing domestic and international travel logistics.
- Prepare, monitor, and reconcile monthly expense reports and credit card statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Coordinate weekly staff meetings and monthly All Hands events, including agenda preparation, material distribution, venue selection, and audiovisual setup.
- Manages sensitive and confidential correspondence on behalf of the VP with a high degree of discretion.
- Plan and facilitate team events to promote employee engagement and support a positive organizational culture.
Executive Assistant to President/CEO & Chief Marketing Officer
Beacon Healthcare Communications
Bedminster, USA
01.2011 - 01.2019
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling, and meeting logistics while prioritizing the flow of activity into C-level offices.
- Coordinated complex domestic and international travel, preparing detailed itineraries and required documentation.
- Planned and executed corporate meetings, conferences, and events, including facilities, catering, invitations, speaker coordination and budget management.
- Oversaw all employee expense reporting and corporate credit card reconciliation.
- Partnered with the comptroller on Accounts Payable functions, including invoicing and billing.
- Supervised front-desk operations and administrative support staff.
- Managed RFI and RFP submissions in support of new business development initiatives.
Executive Assistant to SVP & Director of HR
SOS Security Corp.
Parsippany, USA
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Developed proposals, contracts, and RFP responses for prospective business opportunities.
- Served as liaison between the sales team and executive leadership, contributing to the development of sales presentations.
- Provided comprehensive administrative support to the Senior Vice President and Director of Human Resources.
- Coordinated travel, calendars, meetings, and conferences for senior leadership.
Executive Assistant to CEO & CFO
Interbrand Corp.
New York, USA
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Managed complex global travel and calendar coordination for senior executives.
- Created executive-level presentations for new business pitches and international board meetings.
- Acted as executive liaison to global offices across 32 cities in 23 countries, as well as U.S. offices.
- Conducted market and company research to support Sales and Marketing initiatives.
- Maintained confidential records, files, and sensitive executive documentation.
Sales Assistant
Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette
New York, USA
01.1992 - 01.2002
- Provided administrative support to Vice President and four Investment Bankers serving Institutional and retail clients.
- Maintained extensive client contact with high-net-worth individuals.
- Collaborated with analysts to compile industry research and investment materials.
- Coordinated with operations to ensure accurate settlement and clearance of stock transactions.
Education
BFA -
Boston University
Boston, MASkills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Google Workspace
- Concur
- Slack
- QuickBooks
Timeline
Executive Assistant to VP, Growth Promotions & Insights
Verizon
01.2019 - Current
Executive Assistant to President/CEO & Chief Marketing Officer
Beacon Healthcare Communications
01.2011 - 01.2019
Executive Assistant to SVP & Director of HR
SOS Security Corp.
01.2004 - 01.2009
Executive Assistant to CEO & CFO
Interbrand Corp.
01.2002 - 01.2004
Sales Assistant
Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette
01.1992 - 01.2002
BFA -
Boston University