Veronique Gaddis
Linkedin.com/in/gaddisv | San Francisco Bay Area,CA
Summary
Experienced Visa Officer adept at processing visa applications and ensuring compliance. Expertise in streamlining
administrative operations and enhancing stakeholder communication. Proficient in Microsoft 365 and confidential
information management to drive efficiency and support organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Visa Officer
Consulate General of Switzerland
San Francisco, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Processed 50 to 75 visa applications weekly, ensuring timely approvals.
- Verified documentation for compliance with Swiss and Schengen regulations, confirming eligibility.
- Maintained confidential records to support efficient tracking and case management.
- Provided clear guidance on procedural requirements to enhance applicant understanding.
Executive & Personal Assistant to CEO
Mark Holdings
Los Gatos, USA
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Coordinated executive calendars, travel logistics, and meetings to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Streamlined administrative workflows and prioritized operations to facilitate leadership decision-making.
- Handled confidential documentation and communications for stakeholders to ensure information integrity.
Stay Home Parent and School Volunteer
NA
San Francisco Bay Area, USA
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Volunteered at local private school, facilitating classroom activities and organizing school events to enhance community engagement.
- Oversaw childcare, education support, and daily structure during pandemic closures
- Coordinated schedules, routines, and home operations under rapidly changing conditions
Senior Executive & Personal Assistant to CEO
Tribeca Companies
San Francisco, USA
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Led cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented policies to streamline processes across various departments.
- Restructured HR documentation and personnel records to support operations during 140% company growth.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure alignment with company objectives and standards.
- Prepared reports and meeting materials to enhance leadership planning and streamline internal communication.
Professional development
Career Break
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Completed public speaking training through Toastmasters International to strengthen communication and presentation skills.
- Actively pursued new opportunities during the COVID-19 hiring slowdown.
Executive Assistant to Partners
NextWorld Evergreen
San Francisco, USA
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Coordinated cross-team communication and documentation to facilitate strategic initiatives and projects.
- Managed operational reporting and expense documentation, streamlining reporting workflows.
- Organized scheduling and logistics, aligning team priorities with operational coordination.
Operations Manager & Executive Assistant to CEO
Tactica Krav Maga
San Francisco, USA
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Coordinated contracts, training seminars, and operational logistics to facilitate business growth.
- Introduced operational tracking systems using Square to improve inventory oversight.
- Implemented payroll and HR software systems to streamline employee record management.
- Managed personnel documentation, payroll support, and compliance processes including workers' compensation.
Office Manager
Hayes Gough
San Francisco, USA
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed daily office operations, enhancing workflow efficiency through effective scheduling, payroll coordination, and administrative support.
- Maintained accounts payable and receivable records, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and supporting timely decision-making.
- Analyzed operational data to optimize reservation planning and streamline group booking coordination.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
GIBB
Switzerland08-2002
Skills
- Executive calendar and travel coordination
- Administrative operations and systems management
- HR documentation and compliance management
- Confidential records and information management
- Stakeholder communication and guidance
- Process improvement and workflow optimization
- Reporting and data tracking
- Microsoft 365 and administrative systems proficiency
- Visa application processing
Certification
Visa Officer Certification (Authorization to Issue Visas), Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, Switzerland
Languages
- French
- German
- English
Timeline
Visa Officer
Consulate General of Switzerland
01.2025 - Current
Executive & Personal Assistant to CEO
Mark Holdings
04.2024 - 11.2024
Stay Home Parent and School Volunteer
NA
01.2023 - 04.2024
Senior Executive & Personal Assistant to CEO
Tribeca Companies
02.2021 - 01.2023
Professional development
Career Break
09.2020 - 02.2021
Executive Assistant to Partners
NextWorld Evergreen
09.2019 - 09.2020
Operations Manager & Executive Assistant to CEO
Tactica Krav Maga
03.2018 - 03.2020
Office Manager
Hayes Gough
02.2016 - 03.2018
Diploma - Hospitality Management
GIBB