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Education
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Liza Weisenburger

Liza Weisenburger

Wake Forest,NC

Summary

Resourceful and personable Office Manager and Executive Assistant with over 10 years of experience streamlining office operations, supporting leadership teams, and fostering a positive and productive workplace. Known for being the go-to problem solver and cross-functional liaison, with a proven ability to manage budgets, coordinate logistics, lead onboarding, and handle multiple responsibilities with efficiency and professionalism. Committed to creating organized, people-first environments where both teams and operations thrive.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Assistant to CEO

Murrow's Transfer
09.2022 - Current
  • Serve as trusted right hand to the CEO of a multi-state transportation company, managing an intricate schedule to support high-level strategic goals.
  • Coordinate all aspects of complex travel logistics, including multi-leg itineraries, accommodations, and rental vehicles across multiple locations.
  • Support company-wide budgeting, employee payroll analysis, and multi-state financial audits, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive internal communications, legal documentation, and executive decisions.
  • Act as liaison between the executive office, internal teams, and external partners, supporting streamlined communication and decision-making.

Practice Manager

EyeCare for You
06.2016 - 09.2022
  • Oversaw all administrative functions in a busy optometry practice, ensuring operational efficiency
  • Addressed patient concerns promptly and professionally, demonstrating empathy and excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Managed daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
  • Ordered all office supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Facilitated communication between staff members, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
  • Evaluated practice workflows regularly to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes efficiently.
  • Managed appointment scheduling, insurance claims, billing, and accounts receivable
  • Trained and supervised staff, ensuring a high standard of patient care and service
  • Fostered a culture of empathy and collaboration, strengthening relationships among staff, patients, and healthcare providers

Ophthalmic Technician

Carolina Family Vision
01.2011 - 04.2016
  • Performed pre-exam diagnostic tests, including fundus and retinal photography, OCT, and visual field tests
  • Assisted patients with contact lens fittings, orders, and inventory management
  • Provided patient education and support to ensure a positive healthcare experience

Optical Manager

Eye Care Associates
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Managed optical inventory and billing and guided patients in selecting appropriate eyewear •
  • Assisted with insurance benefit explanations, repairs, and adjustments
  • Awarded 'Outstanding Associate Award' in 2012 and selected for the Internal Management Program • Assisted patients with vision assessments, frame selection, and contact len

Optometric Technician

Blue Ridge Vision
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Assisted patients with vision assessments, frame selection, and contact lens training
  • Conducted diagnostic tests, including fundus photography and visual field testing
  • Maintained patient records and assisted doctors with pre-exam procedures

Optician & Technician

Drs. Newman Blackstock and Associates
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Assisted patients with eyewear selection, fittings, and repairs Conducted pre-testing for eye exams, including visual acuity and refraction tests
  • Provided administrative support and managed patient scheduling

Education

Associate of Science -

Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
05.2016

Skills

  • Office Operations & Vendor Management
  • Executive & Administrative Support
  • Budget Tracking & Expense Reporting
  • Cross-functional Coordination (HR, IT, Compliance)
  • Staff Onboarding & Employee Engagement
  • Meeting & Travel Coordination
  • Calendar & Schedule Management
  • Document Preparation & Editing
  • Inventory & Facilities Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Proactive Problem-Solving

Accomplishments

Supported the CEO in revitalizing a struggling multi-state transportation business by streamlining executive operations, improving internal communication, and fostering trust across departments. Played a key role in rebuilding staff relationships, reinforcing accountability, and aligning daily workflows with long-term strategic goals—contributing to improved morale, stronger team cohesion, and renewed business momentum.


Assisted the owner of EyeCare for You in transitioning the practice to a fully self-pay model by helping design and implement white-glove service standards, communicating changes with clarity and empathy, and ensuring a seamless experience for patients and staff. Played a key role in maintaining patient retention throughout the transition and contributed to the practice’s growth into a million-dollar operation.

Certification

Certified Optometric Technician


Timeline

Executive Assistant to CEO

Murrow's Transfer
09.2022 - Current

Practice Manager

EyeCare for You
06.2016 - 09.2022

Ophthalmic Technician

Carolina Family Vision
01.2011 - 04.2016

Optical Manager

Eye Care Associates
01.2010 - 01.2011

Optometric Technician

Blue Ridge Vision
01.2007 - 01.2010

Optician & Technician

Drs. Newman Blackstock and Associates
01.2007 - 01.2010

Associate of Science -

Wake Technical Community College