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ROBIN MACKOWITZ

Watertown

Summary

A strategic and adaptable executive partner with extensive experience supporting C-suite leaders. Proficient in managing complex calendars. Skilled in optimizing operations, managing priorities, and driving efficiency with a natural ability to connect with stakeholders. A trusted problem-solver who balances strategic vision with hands-on execution to enhance executive effectiveness and business operations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Assistant to CMO

Viridian Therapeutics
05.2025 - Current
  • Temporary Position

Executive Assistant to CEO

Empress Therapeutics
09.2023 - 04.2025
  • Also supported, Chief Scientific Officer, Chief Innovation Officer and Chief Business Officer
  • Vibrant collaborator, dedicated to top level assistance to C-suite executives, skillfully managing complex calendars, and ensuring strategic objectives are achieved through effective project management and clear communications
  • Recognized for exceptional creativity as a culture creator and innovative thinker
  • Keeps the CEO informed of critical information to aid in decision making
  • Oversee key projects and initiatives on behalf of the CEO
  • Well-rounded liaison between the CEO and internal and external stakeholders
  • Continuous improvement of processes and implementing best practices within the executive office
  • Managed facilities, IT coordination and office supplies to ensure an organized work environment

Sr. Executive Assistant to Chief Scientific Officer & Chief Data Science Office

Neumora Therapeutics
02.2022 - 09.2023
  • Dynamic professional that built relationships with keys stakeholders and provided high level support to leaders and their teams while managing day-to-day workflow and tight deadlines
  • Protects Executive's time and focus to ensure they can focus on highest leveraged work
  • Strategically coordinates schedules, projects, and meetings
  • Operational duties that included space planning, supply inventory and vendor management
  • Successfully implemented best practices among the administrative team
  • Built and enacted a meeting management toolkit for the company

Sr. Executive Assistant to SVP R&D Strategy, Business Management, Global Regulatory Affairs, Government Affairs and Public Policy

Sage Therapeutics
07.2018 - 02.2022
  • Administrative Business Partner to Leadership Team Member and high-level direct reports
  • Supported SVP and Regulatory Team on projects and key initiatives relating to the process of a successful FDA drug approval
  • Planned and successfully coordinated Advisory Committee, FDA, and EMA meeting logistics for key members of the company which included highly detailed agendas & meeting materials, domestic and international travel, accommodations, transfers, catering, IT & AV set up, and general wellbeing of participants
  • Reviewed senior management calendars, recommended, and implemented a strategic approach to scheduling
  • Proactively managed calendars to reflect the priorities of the company and individuals
  • Restructured the Administrative Operations team and developed a mentoring program, promoted knowledge sharing, introduced best practices, and initiated a code of conduct to build a strong administrative team throughout the company
  • Key contributor to the successful launch of administrative operation strategy meetings
  • Successfully stepping in for the Executive Assistant to the CEO and Executive Assistant to the Chief Medical Officer on urgent items, special projects and assisted with Board of Directors meetings

Executive Assistant to Head of HR, Us Commercial

Shire (now Takeda)
10.2017 - 07.2018
  • Handled highly sensitive and confidential information with discretion pertaining to human resources and employee issues
  • Maintained Head's calendar and scheduled meetings interfacing with employees & management
  • Exceptionally coordinated with other assistants to help drive alignment and consistency of communication across offices and locations
  • Skillfully assisted and guided a newly appointed leader on how to successfully utilize an Executive Assistant to increase productivity by triaging and drafting replies, following up on action items, serving as a resource for onboarding and maximizing travel schedules
  • Successfully handled a heavy calendar load to ensure meetings began on time and prep materials delivered in advance

Executive Assistant

GCP Applied Technologies
09.2016 - 10.2017
  • Dual role supporting Leadership Team members with high level support on complex, confidential and time-sensitive administrative tasks
  • Managed legal documents and instituted an efficient document tracking system where none existed
  • Assisted legal team with contracts and complex legal invoices and maintained licenses and permits
  • Effectively handled a robust safety management system that included collecting, root cause analysis and compliance reporting
  • On-site safety coordinator

Executive Assistant to Vice President & Chief of Staff

Apelon
04.2014 - 09.2016
  • Planned, arranged, and coordinated various types of sales meetings facilitating complex calendar of appointments using time management skills across several time zones and countries
  • Handled global travel arrangements on behalf of executives
  • Successfully coordinated logistics of large scale informatic sales conferences which included a welcome reception with special guests from healthcare companies
  • Led a major relocation of offices and successfully organized the move
  • Creatively designed an onboarding process and instituted a time tracking system

Executive Assistant to President of Engine Center

United Technologies
08.2013 - 04.2014

Executive Assistant to President

M Financial Group
02.2012 - 07.2013

Executive Assistant to CFO

Sealed Air Corporation (Research Division)
02.2011 - 02.2012

Assistant to the President & Office Manager

Cheney & Company
08.2006 - 09.2010

Education

English Major

Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT

Administrative & Travel Diploma - undefined

Stone Academy
Hamden, CT

Skills

  • C-Suite Executive Support
  • Time Management & Prioritization
  • Financial Acumen
  • Relationship Building
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-Solving
  • Discretion & Confidentiality
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Board Support

Affiliations

  • Member, International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
  • Pharmaceuticals, Biotech & Life Sciences: Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance Professionals
  • American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP Member Group
  • Linking Pharma Women
  • Progressive Women's Leadership

Certification

  • Ultimate EA & Executive Partnerships | ELS, 2019-06
  • Strategic Calendaring for Assistants | Office Dynamics, 2022-09
  • Ultimate Assistants' Bootcamp | Smart Events International, 2021-05

Professional Platform

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmannmackowitz/

Timeline

Executive Assistant to CMO

Viridian Therapeutics
05.2025 - Current

Executive Assistant to CEO

Empress Therapeutics
09.2023 - 04.2025

Sr. Executive Assistant to Chief Scientific Officer & Chief Data Science Office

Neumora Therapeutics
02.2022 - 09.2023

Sr. Executive Assistant to SVP R&D Strategy, Business Management, Global Regulatory Affairs, Government Affairs and Public Policy

Sage Therapeutics
07.2018 - 02.2022

Executive Assistant to Head of HR, Us Commercial

Shire (now Takeda)
10.2017 - 07.2018

Executive Assistant

GCP Applied Technologies
09.2016 - 10.2017

Executive Assistant to Vice President & Chief of Staff

Apelon
04.2014 - 09.2016

Executive Assistant to President of Engine Center

United Technologies
08.2013 - 04.2014

Executive Assistant to President

M Financial Group
02.2012 - 07.2013

Executive Assistant to CFO

Sealed Air Corporation (Research Division)
02.2011 - 02.2012

Assistant to the President & Office Manager

Cheney & Company
08.2006 - 09.2010

Administrative & Travel Diploma - undefined

Stone Academy

English Major

Eastern Connecticut State University

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