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SARAH ANN O’CONNOR

SARAH ANN O’CONNOR

San Antonio,Texas

Summary

Over 24 yrs of International experience. Reliable Personal Assistant with track record of initiative and accuracy. Highly organized and consistently anticipates needs of clients. Skilled multitasker with expertise and proficiency in various software and AI tools. Excellent correspondence management. A dedicated & hard working individual, with excellent experience spreading over various industries & renown leading multinational companies. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organization skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Assistant

George Strait Productions, Inc.
10.2024 - Current

• Support the principals and family office in their family office.

• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of handling various administrative needs.

• Integral to ensuring our team operates smoothly and effectively.

• Sorting, organizing, and scanning paper and electronic files so they are properly organized and easily accessible.

• Collecting credit card receipts, matching receipts to statements and classifying expenses.

• Readying tenant rent checks for deposit and preparing invoices and accounts payable for check processing.

• Assisting with simple bookkeeping, writing checks, and other accounting tasks.

• Managing deliveries, returns, and outgoing shipments along with pick up, sorting and inter-office delivery of mail.

• Handling and screening a daily volume of 10-20 incoming calls and ensuring they are appropriately transferred or taking messages.

• Being the primary point of contact for office deliveries and visitors, greeting and providing a welcoming environment.

• Assisting with personal tasks and errands as needed.

• Managing offie inventory and maintaining adequate office supplies.

• Conducting research and gathering information on various topics as requested.

• Coordinating travel arrangements for the family, including both domestic and international travel.

• Liaison between family and caretakers/vendors of private residences.

• Managing and maintaining calendars and schedules for family as needed.

• Coordinate Band travel arrangements

• Oversee Charitable Contribution requests

• Handle Band merchandising

• Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.

• Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.

• Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.

Personal Assistant to CEO

Lynd Living
05.2022 - 12.2024
  • Manage email/text/call requests, oversee the Trish Meller Lynd Foundation, handle communications, manage travel requests, and assist with various administrative tasks.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Maintained confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive information relevant to company operations.
  • Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
  • Accomplished project deadlines by assisting with task completion whenever required.
  • Supported executive in achieving goals by proactively anticipating needs and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Boosted team morale, organized team-building activities that fostered positive work environment.
  • Facilitated project completion, coordinated with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines.
  • Reduced operational costs, negotiated with vendors to secure competitive rates for office supplies.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction, meticulously arranged client meetings and followed up on action items.
  • Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Enhanced executives' public image, coordinated logistics for public speaking engagements and press interviews.
  • Optimized expense tracking to ensure budget compliance, regularly reviewed and reconciled financial statements.
  • Maintained confidentiality, handled sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
  • Bolstered executive decision-making, conducted preliminary research on potential business ventures.

London Office Manager (Remote)/ Personal Assistant to CFO

Ferroglobe, PLC
03.2020 - 05.2022
  • Provided personal support to CFO, managed scheduling, organized travel, and coordinated meetings.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.

Senior Partner Personal Assistant

BCG- The Boston Consulting Group
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Oversaw administrative support, organized meetings, coordinated travel, and processed expenses.
  • Managed day-to-day office operations ensuring a professional and efficient working environment for the Managing Director and the team.
  • Supported the Managing Director in decision-making processes by researching topics and providing relevant information.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service during phone calls, emails, or face-to-face interactions.
  • Managed schedules, events and travel plans for conferences, meetings and seminars, as well as domestic and international trips for 3 executives.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.

Personal Assistant to President

FIFA
08.2017 - 02.2019
  • Performed research, coordinated logistics for events, and managed communications.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
  • Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
  • Assisted in the preparation of presentations and reports, contributing to well-informed decision making.
  • Supported executive in achieving goals by proactively anticipating needs and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Monitored expenses closely, maintaining an organized filing system for easy access to financial records.
  • Improved document management, established systematic filing system that accelerated information retrieval.
  • Bolstered executive decision-making, conducted preliminary research on potential business ventures.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction, meticulously arranged client meetings and followed up on action items.
  • Reduced missed opportunities, diligently monitored emails and responded to time-sensitive requests.
  • Contributed to strategic planning sessions, prepared comprehensive meeting minutes for future reference.
  • Optimized expense tracking to ensure budget compliance, regularly reviewed and reconciled financial statements.
  • Reinforced brand consistency, oversaw updates to company website and social media profiles.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.

Personal Assistant to The President and Senior Administrative Support Manager

USAA
10.2014 - 08.2017
  • Provided high-level administrative support, coordinated projects, and facilitated interactions with senior management.
  • Increased overall workplace efficiency by continuously identifying areas for improvement in office workflows and implementing best practices accordingly.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing training and support on various software applications.
  • Implemented new office policies and procedures in accordance with evolving business needs, regularly reviewing for continued relevance and effectiveness.
  • Supervised a diverse team of administrative staff, providing guidance, coaching, and performance evaluations to ensure consistent professional growth.
  • Streamlined administrative processes by implementing new systems and tools for increased efficiency.
  • Prioritized tasks efficiently while juggling competing deadlines to maintain optimal service levels for internal stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with IT to troubleshoot technical issues affecting administrative staff, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
  • Coordinated company events including meetings, conferences, and team-building activities to promote employee engagement.

Senior Executive Assistant to The President

Vidacare Corp./ Teleflex
12.2011 - 10.2014
  • Assisted Chief Medical Officer, managed trade show preparations, and coordinated logistics for events.
  • Managed schedules, events and travel plans for conferences, meetings and seminars, as well as domestic and international trips for [Number] executives.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Contributed to smooth business operations by planning and organizing meetings and conferences.
  • Streamlined executive schedules by managing appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Distributed company-wide announcements, booked conference rooms and coordinated catering for annual staff development forum.
  • Boosted productivity levels through the development of streamlined administrative procedures and protocols.
  • Contributed to organizational growth by identifying and implementing process improvements in various administrative capacities.
  • Supported decision-making processes by conducting research, compiling data, and presenting findings in concise reports for executive review.

Office Manager and Personal Assistant to CEO & President

Ferrovial Agroman/ W.W.Webber LLC
09.2005 - 12.2011
  • Liaised between parent company and new acquisition, managed travel and financial reporting.
  • Conducted thorough research on industry trends and competitor strategies, providing valuable insights to inform the President''s decision-making processes.
  • Expedited daily decision-making processes by preparing comprehensive briefing materials for the President on a variety of subjects.
  • Increased efficiency in the office by implementing new organizational systems for both digital and physical files.
  • Liaised with stakeholders at all levels to facilitate strong working relationships between the President''s office and other departments or organizations.
  • Maintained a professional demeanor as the first point of contact for all visitors, providing exceptional customer service while representing the office with poise and diplomacy.
  • Coordinated special projects as assigned by the President, managing deadlines effectively and ensuring timely completion.
  • Kept the President well-informed of pertinent news developments through daily media monitoring and summarization reports.
  • Facilitated smooth operations during executive meetings, recording minutes and tracking action items for timely followups.
  • Enhanced communication between departments by organizing regular meetings and distributing meeting agendas beforehand.

Office Manager/ Senior Executive Assistant

Siemens
10.2000 - 09.2005
  • Maintained office operations, managed correspondence, and supported staffing needs.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
  • Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships.
  • Supported department heads in accomplishing their goals through diligent administrative assistance such as report generation and data entry.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.

Education

BBA - International Marketing

The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
05.2007

BBA - International Business Management

The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
05.2006

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Customer Service
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Creative Thinking Capacity
  • Strong Problem Solver
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time management expertise
  • Detail-oriented mindset
  • Commitment to quality and service
  • Professional and mature
  • Advanced interpersonal skills
  • File and database management
  • Discretion and Confidentiality
  • Resourceful
  • Organizing and Preparing Meetings
  • Event Planning
  • Client Relations
  • Expense Management
  • Travel Arrangements
  • FLUENT IN SPANISH, FRENCH, ITALIAN, PORTUGUESE

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Portuguese
Full Professional
Italian
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual

Education

San Antonio, TX,San Antonio, TX

Contact

San Antonio, Texas 78247

Timeline

Personal Assistant

George Strait Productions, Inc.
10.2024 - Current

Personal Assistant to CEO

Lynd Living
05.2022 - 12.2024

London Office Manager (Remote)/ Personal Assistant to CFO

Ferroglobe, PLC
03.2020 - 05.2022

Senior Partner Personal Assistant

BCG- The Boston Consulting Group
02.2019 - 03.2020

Personal Assistant to President

FIFA
08.2017 - 02.2019

Personal Assistant to The President and Senior Administrative Support Manager

USAA
10.2014 - 08.2017

Senior Executive Assistant to The President

Vidacare Corp./ Teleflex
12.2011 - 10.2014

Office Manager and Personal Assistant to CEO & President

Ferrovial Agroman/ W.W.Webber LLC
09.2005 - 12.2011

Office Manager/ Senior Executive Assistant

Siemens
10.2000 - 09.2005

BBA - International Marketing

The University of Texas At San Antonio

BBA - International Business Management

The University of Texas At San Antonio
SARAH ANN O’CONNOR