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Sarah Purdey

WA

Summary

Dynamic leader experienced in supporting senior executives and leading teams to achieve organizational goals, with expertise in project management, data analysis, and executive support.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief of Staff & Project Manager

Cascade Elevators
03.2022 - Current

Chief of Staff & Project Manager (08/23 - Present)

  • Managed executive calendars and streamlined scheduling for optimal efficiency.
  • Led projects from inception to completion, overseeing departmental coordination.
  • Recruited and expanded the administrative team by 260%.
  • Implemented new programs and processes, boosting team productivity and net income.
  • Developed marketing campaigns to support executive initiatives.
  • Payroll & Quickbooks Reporting


Executive Assistant (03/22 - 08/23)

  • Coordinated executive schedules, appointments, and travel logistics.
  • Directed meetings & reported KPI's for teams.
  • Managed sensitive information with discretion.
  • Streamlined administrative tasks using Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools & CRM platforms.

Director of Operations

Waystone Advisors
01.2021 - 03.2022

Director of Operations (03/21 - 03/22)

  • Managed daily operations of a team of 11, improving sales by 25% through strategic marketing.
  • Audited QuickBooks P&L for profit management.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.


Executive Assistant (01/21 - 03/21)

  • Coordinated complex calendars, schedules, and travel for multiple CEOs.
  • Facilitated high-level meetings and managed confidential communications.
  • Organized executive events, conferences, and board meetings.
  • Directed multiple projects from inception to completion.

Account Executive & Executive Support

Mindful Therapy Group
10.2019 - 01.2021
  • Developed comprehensive departmental onboarding strategy, resulting in 65% boost in sales.
  • Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing accounts to drive revenue.
  • Qualified leads, built relationships and executed successful sales strategies to drive new business.
  • Resolved issues promptly to drive satisfaction and enhance customer service.

Bar Team Leader

Le Grand Bistro
04.2014 - 10.2019
  • Supported business owner is strategic planning.
  • Streamlined bar operations by implementing effective inventory management systems.
  • Cultivated positive team dynamics by fostering open communication and providing constructive feedback.
  • Managed training for new team members
  • Maintained accurate financial records, reconciling daily cash transactions and preparing bank deposits.

Education

BBA - Marketing

Washington State University
Remote
10.2026

Associate of Science - Biology

Wenatchee Valley College
Wenatchee, WA
06.2010

Skills

  • Complex Calendar Management
  • Project Management
  • Data Management & Expense Reporting
  • Staff Recruitment & Development
  • Operations Management
  • Cross-Functional Team Development
  • Digital & Traditional Marketing
  • Process Improvement
  • HR Development
  • Sales Strategies Implementation

Certification

  • Business Merger and Acquisition (01/21 - 09/21)
    Led and managed the merger of two companies while supporting multiple CEOs.
  • Rebranding and Marketing Creation (04/23 - 06/23)
    Led a company rebranding project, resulting in a significant increase in sales.
  • CRM Pipeline Introduction (05/23 - 07/23)
    Implemented a streamlined sales pipeline and CRM system, conducting training for smooth adoption.

Timeline

Chief of Staff & Project Manager

Cascade Elevators
03.2022 - Current

Director of Operations

Waystone Advisors
01.2021 - 03.2022

Account Executive & Executive Support

Mindful Therapy Group
10.2019 - 01.2021

Bar Team Leader

Le Grand Bistro
04.2014 - 10.2019

BBA - Marketing

Washington State University

Associate of Science - Biology

Wenatchee Valley College
Sarah Purdey