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Notable Impact
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Mika Banera

Menlo Park,CA

Summary

Seasoned Executive Assistant delivering exceptional scheduling and event management skills. Successfully supported high-profile executives in navigating complex logistical challenges, driving seamless communication, and optimizing operational workflows to achieve organizational goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant - Venture Ops

Samsung Next
12.2019 - Current
  • Mastered complex global calendars, ensuring leaders remained prepared and conflict-free.
  • Closed request loops promptly, adhering strictly to SLAs, and fostering trust among over 50 stakeholders.
  • Supported executives in multi-million-dollar funding negotiations through timely meetings and logistics management.
  • Facilitated inter-department communication to enhance project workflows.
  • Organized travel arrangements and developed detailed itineraries for executives.

Executive Assistant to Chairman of Worldwide Studio

Sony Interactive Entertainment
11.2018 - 10.2019
  • Supported one of the gaming industry's most high-profile leaders during a period of rapid global studio expansion.
  • Coordinated global travel and confidential board sessions across US, Europe, and Asia.
  • Managed studio-wide leadership meetings, aligning agendas, creative materials, and technical teams.
  • Organized high-profile receptions and events under NDA, always on time and under budget.

Executive Assistant to Head of DiDi Lab America

DiDi Research America
10.2017 - 03.2018
  • Joined during the early-stage US expansion of China's largest ride-hailing company, tasked with building operational structure from the ground up.
  • Established executive workflows and cross-border communications with Beijing HQ.
  • Coordinated lab opening events in Mountain View, managing vendors, facilities, and IT.
  • Streamlined contracts and operations to reduce costs by $20K annually.

Executive Assistant to VP of AI Research Lab

Baidu Research
05.2016 - 10.2017
  • Supported Baidu's US-based AI leadership at the forefront of advanced machine learning and autonomous driving research.
  • Coordinated global conferences and investor presentations, showcasing Baidu's AI capabilities.
  • Balanced executive's global calendar across summits, investor pitches, and lab leadership.
  • Partnered with HR and IT to recruit top AI researchers and ensure smooth onboarding.
  • Delivered seamless logistics for visiting Beijing executives, strengthening US-China collaboration.

Executive Assistant to VP of Corporate Development

Western Digital
10.2015 - 05.2016
  • Supported VP during a critical phase of growth, M&A;, and corporate deal-making.
  • Coordinated cross-functional due diligence with Finance, Legal, and Product teams.
  • Oversaw confidential M&A; scheduling, ensuring airtight security and documentation.
  • Enabled executives to stay focused on negotiations by managing all logistics.

Administrative Business Partner to Executive Director

Teen Challenge
10.2011 - 10.2015
  • Wore multiple hats to ensure nonprofit operational and financial stability.
  • Organized fundraising events that expanded community reach and strengthened donor engagement.
  • Managed budgets, calendars, and donor relations with accuracy and discretion.

Education

B.A. -

Kanagawa University
Japan

Certificate in Bookkeeping -

De Anza College

Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Event Architecture
  • Operational Strategy
  • Executive Impact
  • Pressure Management
  • Fluency in Japanese
  • Fluency in Chinese

Passions

  • Self-development
  • Self care

Notable Impact

  • Trusted by executives in venture capital, gaming, AI, and engineering as a 'miracle worker' and execution guru.
  • Coordinated global leadership events and programs driving cross-border alignment.
  • Highly creative and culture-focused - designed holiday events, receptions, and offsite retreats that built morale and trust.

Timeline

Executive Assistant - Venture Ops

Samsung Next
12.2019 - Current

Executive Assistant to Chairman of Worldwide Studio

Sony Interactive Entertainment
11.2018 - 10.2019

Executive Assistant to Head of DiDi Lab America

DiDi Research America
10.2017 - 03.2018

Executive Assistant to VP of AI Research Lab

Baidu Research
05.2016 - 10.2017

Executive Assistant to VP of Corporate Development

Western Digital
10.2015 - 05.2016

Administrative Business Partner to Executive Director

Teen Challenge
10.2011 - 10.2015

B.A. -

Kanagawa University

Certificate in Bookkeeping -

De Anza College

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