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LORENA GARRETT

Jersey City,NJ

Summary

Experienced Executive Assistant/Personal Assistant with a proven track record in providing high-level administrative support to senior-level staff. Expert in travel management, expense tracking, and schedule coordination. Known for exceptional communication, technology, and organizational skills, with a focus on confidentiality and discretion.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Assistant to Private Individual

Private Client
05.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated and managed day-to-day operations of a high-net-worth client,

• Managed domestic household and its schedule, accommodating last-minute changes and adhering to guidelines,

  • Oversaw financial transactions, bill payments, and budgeting,
  • Returned merchandise and worked alongside store managers.

Executive Assistant to Legal Department

Sicoob Central Crediminas (Financial Institution)
10.2016 - 03.2018

• Provided administrative support to a team of three attorneys, offering assistance as needed to optimize workflow and enhance productivity,

• Implemented a streamlined filing system, organizing computer-based information with a 25% improvement in accessibility,

• Facilitated communication between legal department members and external parties,

• Managed intricate travel logistics for the legal department, coordinating complex itineraries and optimizing cost-effective solutions.

Executive Assistant to Executive Directors

Sicoob Central Crediminas (Financial Institution)
02.2016 - 10.2016

• Effectively organized and managed complex calendars for two Executive Directors, scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements,

• Handled various administrative tasks, including answering phones, managing emails, and organizing office resources,

•Coordinated and executed international seminars, managing travel arrangements for 20 branch presidents during events held in Germany,

• Facilitated the communication between the Directors and the other departments as well as the 72 branches, always prioritizing the main needs,

•Provided project support by coordinating tasks, deadlines, and deliverables.

Au Pair/Personal Assistant

Au Pair Care
02.2013 - 02.2014

• Successfully managed logistics of a household, improving its daily operational functions and understanding of on cross-cultural relationship communication,

• Resolved challenges related to scheduling conflicts, last-minute changes, and unexpected situations,

• Utilized strong multitasking skills to balance the needs of the children, household responsibilities, and additional tasks as required.

Executive Assistant to Marketing Director

Fiat (Multinational Car Manufacturer)
06.2013 - 12.2013

• Expertly coordinated complex calendar and meeting arrangements,

• Efficiently coordinated weekly travel arrangements, including hotel reservations, airfare, and car preparations, contributing to a 15% increase in travel efficiency,

• Oversaw the booking and scheduling of meeting rooms and coordinated international conferences,

• Enhanced financial efficiency by processing travel expenses and reimbursements with meticulous attention to detail using Concur,

• Coordinated successful events and contributed to ad hoc projects.

Executive Assistant to President

Universidade Federal de Vicosa
08.2011 - 05.2013

• Orchestrated seamless conferences and monthly meetings,

• Managed calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements,

• Provided assistance to the President and 20 Professors,

• Wore many hats by actively contributing to HR responsibilities, including payroll and overseeing the hours of 40 employees.

Education

Associate of Science in Business Administration -

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
New York, NY
12.2021

Bachelor of Arts in Secretarial Science- Spanish, Portuguese, French -

Universidade Federal de Vicosa
Vicosa, Brazil
01.2015

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Calendar, Zoom, Teams, Concur

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Personal Assistant to Private Individual

Private Client
05.2022 - Current

Executive Assistant to Legal Department

Sicoob Central Crediminas (Financial Institution)
10.2016 - 03.2018

Executive Assistant to Executive Directors

Sicoob Central Crediminas (Financial Institution)
02.2016 - 10.2016

Executive Assistant to Marketing Director

Fiat (Multinational Car Manufacturer)
06.2013 - 12.2013

Au Pair/Personal Assistant

Au Pair Care
02.2013 - 02.2014

Executive Assistant to President

Universidade Federal de Vicosa
08.2011 - 05.2013

Associate of Science in Business Administration -

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York

Bachelor of Arts in Secretarial Science- Spanish, Portuguese, French -

Universidade Federal de Vicosa
LORENA GARRETT