As Office Manager of a New York City exhibit design firm for over nine years, I have tremendous experience managing MS Outlook calendars, Microsoft Office applications, and booking travel, as well as the ability to multitask and problem-solve quickly and efficiently. I can work with very short deadlines and think on my feet.
I possess the willingness to constantly learn and grow, a professional attitude, and I thrive in a diverse and professional environment. I am a hard-working team player who is also able to work independently, and my outgoing personality and sense of humor helps create a positive work atmosphere.
Sika Corp., Lyndhurst, NJ, US, Temporary Administrative Support, North American Procurement
Created and maintained spreadsheets using advanced Excel functions and calculations to develop reports and lists. Managed indirect spend contracts and tax exemption certificates for vendors.
Drafted meeting agendas, supplied advance materials and executed follow-up for meetings and team conferences. Designed electronic file systems and maintained electronic and paper files.Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents. Properly routed agreements, contracts and invoices through the signature process.Maintained and reserved the executive conference room calendar. Managed daily office operations and maintenance of equipment.
Friends of Animals, New York, NY, US, Communications Director
Wrote reports, press releases, letters, and articles for the organization’s quarterly magazine. Built and maintained alliances with business owners, political leaders, and community members to meet advocacy goals. Utilized social media-based platforms to increase campaign visibility. Conducted grant and foundation research for Vice-President.
Fiver Children's Foundation, New York, NY, US, Summer Program Coordinator
Scheduled and planned educational trips, workshops, and guest speakers for youth programs. Maintained membership database. Designed and implemented Foundation’s “Summer in the City” program for under-served elementary and middle school youth.
Thinc Design, New York, NY, US, Office Manager
Served as "Director of Initial Impressions" for nine years at high profile NYC exhibit design firm. Provided administrative support to Principal and all staff including making travel arrangements, scheduling meetings, maintenance requests, and ordering office supplies. Designed and implemented new filing systems, including personnel files and employee benefits. Answered phones and responded to inquiries with excellent customer service skills. Established and maintained relationships with service providers and vendors.Served as point person for maintenance, mail, supplies, equipment, bills, and errands. Partnered with HR managers to coordinate onboarding/offboarding of staff and current staff payroll and benefits. Performed basic IT tasks and troubleshooting when appropriate.
Researched, identified, and negotiated with contract vendors for office services and technology.
SUNY Empire State, New York, NY, US, Bachelors, Social Theory, Structure and Change
Bachelor of Arts, Social Theory, Social Structure and Change: Studies included Introduction to Human Services, History of Social Movements, Spanish Conversation, Women's Studies.
