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Susan Diehl

Susan Diehl

Vandalia,MI

Summary

Seasoned Executive Assistant with over 20 years of diversified experience supporting top-level executives and managing daily operations. Adept in calendar and travel coordination, vendor relations, and project support for both startup and established organizations. Known for managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential information. Highly skilled in communication, organization, and problem-solving, ensuring seamless office operations.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Assistant

weIMPACT
10.2017 - Current

Executive assistant to the Founder/Owner and serve as Office Manager for a team of eight.

  • Manage emails, calendars, travel arrangements, meetings, and events for optimal workflow.
  • Liaison with vendors, suppliers, and developers, coordinating with construction general contractors and utility infrastructure teams for projects spanning commercial, retail, single-family, and multi-family developments.
  • Assist with daily startup operations, ensuring efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Executive Assistant / Operations Assistant

Universal Trailer Corporation
10.2016 - 10.2017
  • Managed email correspondence, calendar scheduling, and meeting coordination while assisting in production scheduling.
  • Served as the liaison between the Operations Director and Production Leader, streamlining internal communications and workflow.
  • Provided comprehensive support until the company’s closure.

Executive Assistant / Sales Coordinator

Wesco Corporation
06.2013 - 09.2016
  • Assisted the National Sales and Operations Director with executive administrative functions, including scheduling, reporting, and travel arrangements.
  • Coordinated communication between the sales team and customer service, ensuring smooth internal operations.
  • Developed reporting templates that improved team efficiency during a period of national restructuring.

Practice Manager

Equine Veterinary Hospital
09.2009 - 06.2013
  • Managed daily operations for a 40-horse capacity hospital and ambulatory clinic.
  • Supervised a team of six, overseeing appointment scheduling (regular, surgical, and emergency), and maintained medical supply inventory.
  • Collaborated directly with veterinary staff to support quality patient care.

Executive Assistant / Operations Assistant

The Art of Design
05.2005 - 09.2009
  • Provided direct assistance to the Founder/Owner and the Operations Director in managing an office team of 20.
  • Handled all facets of daily operations, including HR processes, payroll, and basic accounting functions.
  • Coordinated communications and dealings with domestic and international vendors, suppliers, and clients.

Education

Associate of Science - Equestrian Studies/Business/Farm Management

University of Findlay
Findlay, OH

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proficient in Microsoft Teams and Zoom
  • Core Competencies: Calendar, Email & Travel Management, Event Coordination, Production Scheduling
  • Senior executive assistance
  • Strategic planning assistance
  • Administrative assistance expertise
  • Payroll administration skills
  • Information confidentiality
  • Office management
  • Project coordination
  • Agenda development for meetings

Certification

  • Licensed Notary Public

Timeline

Executive Assistant

weIMPACT
10.2017 - Current

Executive Assistant / Operations Assistant

Universal Trailer Corporation
10.2016 - 10.2017

Executive Assistant / Sales Coordinator

Wesco Corporation
06.2013 - 09.2016

Practice Manager

Equine Veterinary Hospital
09.2009 - 06.2013

Executive Assistant / Operations Assistant

The Art of Design
05.2005 - 09.2009

Associate of Science - Equestrian Studies/Business/Farm Management

University of Findlay