Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Sandra Piechocka

Des Plaines,IL

Summary

Resourceful and proactive Executive/Personal Assistant with expertise in managing complex schedules, coordinating projects, and delivering high-quality administrative support to executive teams. Known for approaching tasks with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment. Highly motivated and adaptable, with a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills. Thrives in independent work environments and is quick to learn new skills to meet evolving challenges.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief of Staff/ Executive Personal Assistant

High Net-Worth Individual
10.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw estate management, ensuring effective project coordination and strict adherence to budget during large-scale construction projects.
  • Managed personal and professional calendars, coordinating appointments and scheduling for upcoming events.
  • Provided comprehensive support to the principal by handling errands, managing correspondence, scheduling appointments, and coordinating transportation.
  • Coordinated appointments with medical professionals.
  • Provided assistance with medication management.
  • Provided comprehensive support in managing personal documentation, including assisting with the application and processing of Real ID, birth certificates, car registration, and other essential records.
  • Coordinated grocery orders, liaised with vendors, and addressed all household requirements to ensure efficient day-to-day management.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for five employees.

Estate Manager/Executive Assistant to the President

Confidential Private Individual
01.2021 - 10.2024
  • Ensured the confidentiality of sensitive information, safeguarding company operations and maintaining trust.
  • Oversaw daily invoices, reports, and proposals, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
  • Utilized word processing software to draft proposals, letters, and memos.
  • Contacted, screened, and interviewed vendors, negotiating compensation to stay within budgetary constraints.
  • Coordinated the design, management, and completion of construction and renovation projects.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for principal.

Residential Property Manager/Administrative Assistant

Private Residential Home
12.2019 - 01.2021
  • Managed physical and digital files, monitored spreadsheets and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
  • Prepared and prioritized calendars and correspondence.
  • Utilized editing programs to proofread content for typo-free emails, memos and documentation.
  • Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
  • Travel with principal to continuously manage affairs.
  • Created and maintained strong relationships with vendors, setting up new and continuing services for residential property.
  • Kept detailed track of household and maintenance inventory and schedules.

Real Estate Executive/Personal Assistant

Coldwell Banker Real Estate
01.2017 - 11.2019
  • Organized both physical and digital files and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
  • Conducted comprehensive property evaluations to accurately determine optimal pricing strategies for sellers.
  • Wrote purchase agreements, disclosures and other contractual documents, using DocuSign to obtain signatures and complete paperwork.
  • Expanded network of potential buyers by attending industry events and utilizing social media platforms effectively.
  • Supported efficient operations by managing errands like dropping off lockboxes and clerical tasks such as business correspondence.

Household Manager/Personal Assistant

Residential Home
04.2014 - 03.2017
  • Monitored expenses and income for 5-member household.
  • Managed scheduling for all appointments, including medical and dental visits.
  • Planned and cooked meals with consideration to multiple dietary restrictions.
  • Performed various clerical tasks and organized office areas to promote productivity.
  • Booked flights, hotel accommodations and ground transportation for smooth business travel.
  • Delivered regular updates on ongoing tasks and concerns within the household, ensuring clear communication among all key parties involved in decision-making.

Sales Representative/Manager

PJ's Avon Beauty Center
01.2009 - 02.2014
  • Created and implemented sales plans, set goals, and developed strategies to drive team performance and meet revenue targets.
  • Monitored and analyzed monthly sales performance, generating reports to support business development and planning.
  • Managed daily department operations, including stocking, merchandise display creation, pricing, markdowns, inventory management, and transaction processing.
  • Developed a high-performing sales team through regular training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
  • Maintain store visuals, ensuring product displays are attractive and on-brand.

Education

Psychology -

McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL

Some College - No Degree

Oakton Community College
Des Plaines, IL

High School Diploma -

Maine East High School
Park Ridge, IL
05.2012

Skills

  • Proper Phone Etiquette
  • Administrative Support Specialist
  • Meeting Planning
  • Data Research and Compilation
  • Calendar and Scheduling Software
  • Travel Arrangement Coordination
  • Customer Service
  • MS Office Suite
  • Office 365
  • One Drive
  • Share Point
  • Teams
  • DocuSign
  • Adobe Acrobat DC

Certification

Real Estate, Coldwell Banker, 2018

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Chief of Staff/ Executive Personal Assistant

High Net-Worth Individual
10.2024 - Current

Estate Manager/Executive Assistant to the President

Confidential Private Individual
01.2021 - 10.2024

Residential Property Manager/Administrative Assistant

Private Residential Home
12.2019 - 01.2021

Real Estate Executive/Personal Assistant

Coldwell Banker Real Estate
01.2017 - 11.2019

Household Manager/Personal Assistant

Residential Home
04.2014 - 03.2017

Sales Representative/Manager

PJ's Avon Beauty Center
01.2009 - 02.2014

High School Diploma -

Maine East High School

Psychology -

McHenry County College

Some College - No Degree

Oakton Community College
Sandra Piechocka