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Robyn Aragues

New York,New York

Summary

I am a dedicated and highly organized professional with extensive experience in executive operations, stakeholder communication, and team leadership across public sector, and nonprofit organizations. These experiences have shaped me into a collaborative, solutions-driven leader who thrives in complex environments, and is passionate about advancing organizational performance.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Parent Association President/Gala & Auction Chair

Saint Vincent Ferrer High School
New York, NY
01.2022 - Current
  • Directed administrative functions, assessed operational needs, and developed procedures to improve the performance and efficiency of parent-led initiatives, and school collaboration.
  • Built strong partnerships with school administration and community stakeholders to support long-term goals.
  • Increased fundraising for the Annual Gala & Auction from $30K to over $125K.
  • Managed and led a team of volunteers, vendors, and committee members to execute large-scale fundraising events.
  • Directed all event operations, including planning, budgeting, logistics, communications, and post-event analysis.
  • Led solicitation efforts with donors and sponsors, securing significant contributions and sponsorships.
  • Implemented streamlined processes for planning and tracking outreach, boosting efficiency, and engagement.

Confidential Assistant to the Executive Director

NYC Fire Pension Fund
New York, NY
03.2019 - Current
  • Manage the scheduling and coordination of meetings for the Board of Trustees, Executive Staff, and Retirement Seminars.
  • Maintain and track notes of Executive Staff meetings, compiling actionable items.
  • Screen and route calls, messages, and materials for the Executive Director.
  • Coordinate communications with government oversight agencies and Board of Trustees.
  • Manage confidential files involving legislation, disciplinary actions, investigations, and medical board activities.
  • Review and draft correspondence on behalf of the Executive Director.
  • Assist with projects related to recruitment, purchasing, and compliance communications.
  • Organize and manage logistics for monthly Investment and BOT meeting meals.
  • Interface with Mayor’s General Counsel on death benefit cases.
  • Purchase office supplies and maintain inventory.
  • Create and manage job postings in NYCAPS; onboarded transition to Smart Recruiters system.
  • Prescreen applicants and schedule candidate interviews.
  • Participate in interviews and troubleshoot issues in NYCAPS.
  • Respond to subpoenas and information requests from legal representatives.
  • Liaise with payroll and DOCS/NYC Service interfaces.
  • Collect, prepare, and send files for designated representatives.
  • Coordinate the onboarding process for new hires; process civil service certifications.
  • Interface with HR on personnel issues, staffing, and enterprise system management.

Parent Association President/ Gala & Auction Chair

School of the Blessed Sacrament
New York, NY
01.2014 - 01.2022
  • Assessed operational inefficiencies and introduced process improvements that enhanced day-to-day functioning of the Parent Association.
  • Built a strategic partnership with school administration for long-term success.
  • Increased fundraising results for the Annual School Gala & Auction by over 400%.
  • Solicited donors and sponsors for contributions totaling thousands of dollars.
  • Oversaw all event operations including planning, budgeting, communication, and post-event analysis.
  • Directed all aspects of a major fundraising event with 250 attendees, resulting in $175K raised to support school initiatives.

Vice President, Institutional Sales

Credit Agricole
New York, NY
01.2003 - 01.2008
  • Promoted to Vice President within 18 months due to outstanding performance and client development.
  • Built and managed a book of institutional accounts, establishing 25+ new client relationships across hedge funds, asset managers, and pension funds.
  • Consistently ranked in the top 10% for revenue growth, increasing firm revenues by 20% year-over-year.
  • Delivered customized market insights and trade ideas to clients, contributing to strong client retention and increased trading volumes.
  • Collaborated with research and trading teams to deliver seamless client service and market execution.
  • Represented the firm at industry conferences and roadshows, enhancing brand visibility and business development efforts.
  • Mentored junior sales team members and assisted in onboarding and training initiatives.

Junior Sales Trader

Gerard Klauer Mattison
New York, NY
01.1998 - 01.2003
  • Supported head of equity sales/trading in day-to-day execution and client communications.
  • Interfaced with institutional clients and coordinated administrative operations to support trading activity.
  • Monitored market activity and prepared morning call notes and trade summaries for internal and client distribution.
  • Assisted in trade execution and order entry, ensuring timely and accurate processing of high-volume transactions.

Sales Assistant

Morgan Stanley Dean Witter
New York, NY
01.1997 - 01.1998
  • Handled operational support including money wires and account settlements.
  • Provided phone management and calendar coordination.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Psychology

University of Albany
New York

Skills

  • NYCAPS
  • Smart Recruiters
  • Payroll Interfaces
  • PRISE system

Timeline

Parent Association President/Gala & Auction Chair

Saint Vincent Ferrer High School
01.2022 - Current

Confidential Assistant to the Executive Director

NYC Fire Pension Fund
03.2019 - Current

Parent Association President/ Gala & Auction Chair

School of the Blessed Sacrament
01.2014 - 01.2022

Vice President, Institutional Sales

Credit Agricole
01.2003 - 01.2008

Junior Sales Trader

Gerard Klauer Mattison
01.1998 - 01.2003

Sales Assistant

Morgan Stanley Dean Witter
01.1997 - 01.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Psychology

University of Albany

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