Terry Sidney
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Twelve years of experience as an Executive Administrator. Data processing, billing/invoice, and purchase order managing. Supporting senior staff and project management. Managing schedules and appointments. Proofreading, creating, and distributing client correspondence. Arranging travel and itinerary management, submitting/monitoring expenses. Event management, staff training, and onboarding new staff. Extensive experience using MS Office Suite to create and format presentations and reports. Experience with various computer systems, and data storage systems. Experience developing/creating organizational operating and project budgets. Communicates effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and with varying stakeholders. Vast experience and proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to interact credibly and diplomatically with all organizational levels – tailoring communications effectively for different groups and stakeholders. Experience working with legal documents and procedures. Experience reconciling bank accounts. Experience managing teams and logistics of various projects to work methodically and efficiently. Track record supporting professional needs with well-organized precision. Successfully manages high-volume workloads in rapidly changing environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant to CFO
Housing Opportunities Commission
01.2018 - Current
- Provide administrative support to The Chief Financial Officer and Division Managers
- Provide support for Cash Management (Journal entries) and Procurement operations (Purchase Order Processing, reconciling P-Card Accounts)
- Proofread Resolutions presented to Commissioners
- Create correspondence with internal and external stakeholders from the CFO’s office
- Coordinate and implement events for the Finance Dept
- Created an On-Boarding Packet for new hires in the Finance Department
- Manage special projects: Yearly Properties Tax Project & FEMA COVID reimbursement submissions
- Initiate and manage training initiatives for the Finance Dept.
- Handled confidential information in professional manner.
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Assisted in preparation of financial reports, budgeting and forecasting for executive office.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- procedures to facilitate smooth workflow.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
- Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
- Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
- Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
Senior Project Administrator
Cornerstone Research
01.2007 - 06.2018
- Provide administrative support to senior VP staff
- Works directly with assigned managerial staff to leverage their time and effectiveness
- Act as a liaison between managerial staff, internal departments, and outside clients to convey and address operational issues
- Continually communicate and participate with other administrative cohorts both in the Washington, DC office and companywide to consult, advise, develop, and address issues that relate to procedures, special tasks, and training
- Respond to case team requests regarding producing reports, presentations, and other document processing
- Process monthly client billing
- Organize and create administrative training for a new analyst
- Preparation of Expert Reports
- Create engagement letters and billing agreements.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Artistic Director/Founder
Emerald City Productions
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Created a viable and performance-producing 501(C)(3) arts organization
- Maintained an active Board of Directors
- Acquired grant funding through major funding institutions, including state and federal grants
- Partnered with local and national arts and educational institutions
- Acquired and maintained offices.
- Supported part-time Administrative Assistant through a grant program funded by FannieMae.
- Achieved individual and troupe success through enhanced collaborative and communications skills.
- Oversaw installation and operation of on-set sound and lighting equipment to achieve superior production results.
- Established and maintained productive, professional working relationships to promote beneficial project results.
- Created arts organization's seasonal performance and exhibition program and selected performers and artists for upcoming events.
- Developed targeted marketing and sales strategies to promote successful organizational and artistic outcomes.
- Auditioned, selected and coached actors to execute high-quality performances and enhance production value.
- Managed theater's budget and interacted with charities, sponsors and trusts to obtain operating funds.
- Scheduled video production resources and managed cast and crew to accomplish video production goals on preset timelines.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Made collateral to support various marketing campaigns and visually communicate concepts.
- Directed photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
- Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
- Created innovative advertising campaigns that successfully generated increased brand awareness and recognition.
- Oversaw implementation of editing, color correction and other post-production processes.
- Developed style guides to promote consistent branding across projects.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to source materials and equipment needed for production.
Disability Processing Administrator
UMWA Health and Retirement Funds
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Created, reviewed, and processed Mine Worker’s disability claims
- Helped design and standardize procedures to process claims
- Worked with managers to evaluate and approve disability claims by policy and Union compliance
- Supervised Disability Administrative Assistant
- Served on the committee that represented union employees to improve relationships with senior staff.
Education
Masters Clinical Mental Health Counseling -
John Hopkins University
05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Business
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD05.2022
Skills
- Event Coordination
- Executive Presentation Development
- Meeting Support
- Administrative Duties
- Spreadsheet Creation
- Executive Leadership
- Executive Calendars
- Vendor Relations
- Office Supplies and Inventory
- Microsoft Office
- Advanced Excel Spreadsheet Functions
- Program Operations
- Invoice Preparation
- Client Requirements
- Document Proofreading
- Project Proposals
- Business Correspondence Writing
- Maintain Filing Systems
- Operational Support
- Arrange Business Meetings
- Meeting Agenda Preparation
- Bookkeeping and Basic Accounting
- Reports and Financial Statements
- Meeting Minutes
- Hotel Accommodations
- Organizing Materials
- Coordinate Travel Arrangements
- Project Requirements
- Correspondence and Memos
- Scheduling
Timeline
Administrative Assistant to CFO
Housing Opportunities Commission
01.2018 - Current
Senior Project Administrator
Cornerstone Research
01.2007 - 06.2018
Disability Processing Administrator
UMWA Health and Retirement Funds
01.2006 - 01.2007
Artistic Director/Founder
Emerald City Productions
01.2000 - 01.2010
Masters Clinical Mental Health Counseling -
John Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Business
University of Maryland - College Park
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