Lucinda Messiah-Covington
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Results-oriented professional with expertise in leadership and operations, focused on achieving performance goals. Skilled in navigating fast-paced environments and making strategic decisions. Knowledgeable in business operations to support executive leadership and drive cross-functional initiatives. Analyzes complex data to inform business strategies and effectively guides executive-level decision-making.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Executive Assistant
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Served as the primary contact for communication among the executive team, faculty, staff, and stakeholders.
- Managed intricate calendars and scheduled meetings, enhancing time management for Division Director.
- Prepared agendas, presentations, reports, and other meeting materials, while taking minutes and tracking action items to ensure follow-up.
- Managed sensitive information with utmost discretion to protect confidentiality.
- Overseeing general office operations, managing supplies, and ensuring a smooth workflow for the executive.
- Oversee recruitment administration, coordinating interviews, travel arrangements, and accommodations.
- Prepare detailed itineraries to ensure seamless travel experiences.
- Assisted in managing special projects, coordinated resources, and tracked progress to meet deadlines.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator
UC Health
Cincinnati, OH
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated and planned annual Inclusion Summit meeting, overseeing logistics for 500+ participants, managing presenter schedules, and administering budget for livestream production, remote location arrangements, and senior executive accommodations.
- Managed a fund of $185K annually that was donated to the DEI department for company-wide DEI initiatives.
- Collaborated with internal communications team to create impactful inclusion and diversity communication strategies that engaged employees and promoted DEI initiatives.
- Performed a range of high-level administrative and support duties for the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
- Guided employees in managing daily tasks and resolving complex issues.
- Supervise summer internship program participants which includes scheduling and approval of timecards.
- Managed communications with clients to promote office-sponsored activities and events, enhancing participation and awareness of DEI efforts.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments, and coordinated travel arrangements.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for the executive team and senior management group.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and logged detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
Executive Assistant: Senior Director, Strategic Development
The Ohio State Comprehensive Cancer Care
Columbus, OH
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Organized 'First Women in Science' two-day event for Comprehensive Cancer Centre, coordinating logistics for over 300 researchers, doctors, and scientists during pandemic to facilitate important discussions in the field.
- Coordinated logistics for conferences and monthly meetings, ensuring all materials were prepared and attendees engaged effectively.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduled meetings and appointments, and coordinated travel arrangements.
- Managed highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion, maintaining trust and integrity in executive communications.
Executive Administrative Assistant
Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University
, OH
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Managed front desk operations for C-suite leadership at James Cancer Center and Comprehensive Cancer Centre, ensuring seamless communication and support.
- Created and maintained spreadsheets and databases to effectively track, analyze, and report performance and sales data.
- Executed a record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Organized breakroom activities to foster a clean and inviting environment for staff and visitors.
Information Associate: Patient Experience
James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute
Columbus, OH
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Data management of all services provided at information desk.
- Answered and monitored daily high-volume calls.
- Maintained daily schedule of all conferences/meetings within James Cancer Hospital and Medical Centre.
- Assisted in preparation for Joint Commission survey site visits.
- Managed various administrative responsibilities to ensure efficient workflow. and assisted with visitors' requests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Community Leadership
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio12-2029
High School Diploma -
Sarepta Senior Secondary
Cape Town, South AfricaSkills
- Project management and coordination
- Strategic planning and business development
- Event planning and execution
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Database administration
- Data analysis and reporting
- Team leadership
- Scheduling and calendar organization
- Public relations and crisis communication
- EPIC and Workday expertise
Accomplishments And Volunteer Experience
- Food for the Soul, Cincinnati, OH, 2021 - Present
- Matthew 25, Cincinnati, OH, 2021 - Present
- Ohio Reformatory for Women, State of Ohio, 2018 - Present
- YWCA Family Shelter, Columbus, OH, 2015 - 2021
- Office Manager of St. John AME Church, 2015 - 2016
- Municipal Finance Management, South Africa, 2013
Timeline
Senior Executive Assistant
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator
UC Health
04.2022 - 06.2023
Executive Assistant: Senior Director, Strategic Development
The Ohio State Comprehensive Cancer Care
03.2020 - 04.2022
Executive Administrative Assistant
Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University
07.2018 - 02.2020
Information Associate: Patient Experience
James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute
07.2016 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Community Leadership
The Ohio State University
High School Diploma -
Sarepta Senior Secondary