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Teara Brooks

Fredericksburg,VA

Summary

Senior Executive Assistant with over 10 years of experience supporting C-level executives in nonprofit and corporate sectors. Expertise in strategic planning, operational management, and complex calendar coordination. Skilled in travel logistics and event planning, ensuring efficient operations. Proficient in G Suite, Wrike, PN3, and Adobe Pro, recognized for discretion, adaptability in dynamic environments, and seamless execution.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant to the EVP of External Affairs & Office of the President

Volunteers of America
01.2019 - Current
  • Provided high-level support to the EVP and President’s Office, overseeing calendar, communications, and travel across a national organization
  • Coordinated strategic board and leadership meetings, created executive briefings, and prepared internal reports
  • Managed department purchasing, budgeting, and collaboration with the finance team
  • Oversaw event logistics for national conferences, board meetings, and virtual summits
  • Liaised with senior stakeholders, board members, and public officials on behalf of the EVP
  • Maintained discretion while handling confidential communications and strategic materials

Interior Designer / Project Manager

Credle Vision Properties
Upper Marlboro, MD
08.2018 - 01.2019
  • Led renovation planning and execution across residential projects, managing all contractors and trades
  • Created blueprints, permit-ready layouts, and sourced all materials for custom projects
  • Oversaw budgets, schedules, and team performance to deliver projects under cost and on time
  • Partnered with vendors and project managers to implement high-impact design solutions

Executive Assistant to the Managing Director / Agency Coordinator

Transamerica
Halethorpe, MD
07.2017 - 08.2018
  • Supported field operations by coordinating recruiting, onboarding, and sales performance tracking
  • Created internal reports and facilitated training and administrative support for field agents
  • Managed local marketing initiatives and ensured compliance with corporate policies
  • Trained and managed new agency coordinator staff

Residential Real Estate Agent

Coldwell Banker
Annapolis, MD
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Represented buyers and sellers in home sales, contract negotiations, and closings
  • Coordinated with lenders, inspectors, title companies, and attorneys
  • Developed property marketing materials and pricing strategies
  • Advised first-time buyers and relocation clients on real estate transactions

Executive Assistant to the President

Premier Group
Lanham, MD
02.2016 - 04.2016
  • Supported the company president and accounting team with project documentation and scheduling
  • Coordinated e-signatures, internal communications, and project timelines using Wrike
  • Filed sensitive financial and HR data, handled certified mailing and vendor payments

Executive Assistant to the CEO

All Thingz Creative
Fort Washington, MD
05.2010 - 02.2016
  • Acted as primary support to the CEO, managing operations, scheduling, and vendor relations
  • Organized events, created contracts, handled hiring and onboarding
  • Increased productivity and streamlined processes by improving internal systems
  • Managed payroll and ensured projects met all internal deadlines

Executive Assistant

Howard University School of Dentistry
Washington, D.C.
09.2008 - 05.2010
  • Supported the Dean and staff in administrative operations and patient coordination
  • Assisted with dental health record software (Axiom) implementation
  • Scheduled appointments and handled confidential academic files

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Howard University
Washington, D.C.
05.2013

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD

Skills

  • Calendar management
  • Event coordination
  • Budget & expense management
  • Travel arrangements
  • Meeting planning
  • Information confidentiality
  • Advanced MS office suite
  • Videoconference preparation

Timeline

Executive Assistant to the EVP of External Affairs & Office of the President

Volunteers of America
01.2019 - Current

Interior Designer / Project Manager

Credle Vision Properties
08.2018 - 01.2019

Executive Assistant to the Managing Director / Agency Coordinator

Transamerica
07.2017 - 08.2018

Residential Real Estate Agent

Coldwell Banker
03.2016 - 07.2017

Executive Assistant to the President

Premier Group
02.2016 - 04.2016

Executive Assistant to the CEO

All Thingz Creative
05.2010 - 02.2016

Executive Assistant

Howard University School of Dentistry
09.2008 - 05.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Howard University

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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