Alana L. Moonshower Email & Phone Number

New Orleans, La, Us

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

As the Director of People & Projects, I act as a strategic partner to the executive leadership team, providing leadership and direction on all People strategies including: talent acquisition, performance management, learning and development, compensation and benefits, leadership training, HR, technology, and company culture/values. I design and manage end-to-end team member experiences, for the entirety of their employment life cycle, to ensure that new team members are equipped with necessary resources to be set up for success and to continue that experience throughout their time with the Company.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

As the Executive Assistant to the Founder and CEO, I was the key support person for a demanding, dynamic, and influential global eyewear brand. From weekly project meetings, to establishing annual objectives, to orchestrating events, I was involved in all the most important processes in the company. Good management skills were an essential condition for success in this position as I served as the liaison between the company’s C-level, VP level, and Director level stakeholders. I facilitated internal communication, recommended changes to company policies, suggested more efficient ways to run the office, and troubleshot malfunctions.Requests were acted on within one (1) business day and tracked to completion. KREWE is a company that succeeds or flounders by the calendar and it was my duty to maintain organization and communicate changes accordingly.

Greater New Orleans Region

As EA at TS, I had the unique opportunity to serve in a position with each day different; juggling multiple tasks within various departments as effortlessly as possible. What I did: Served as an invaluable asset to the CEO with office tasks/projects such as: checking emails & communications on his behalf, managing & scheduling across multiple calendars, processing approved wire transfers & signing checks, completing expense reports for travel & reporting PTO, and keeping him focused on tasks of the day-week-month & beyond. In addition, I served as the CEO’s Personal & Family Assistant. Back at the office I worked directly with the CPO in tasks and projects such as: job postings, resume collection & review, interviews, new hire paperwork, open enrollment, employee benefit forms, maintain employee folders & employee outings. Organized & helped to execute monthly Company & quarterly Board of Directors Meetings. Coordinated travel for upper level management and remote colleagues. Orchestrated/set-up libations & celebrations for various departments. Organized and maintained office comforts for employees such as the break room & supply closet. What I learned: How to keep a top executive’s world spinning in the correct direction through being meticulously organized, maintaining an open & clear line of communication, remaining healthfully available & flexible, kept my cool during stressful periods of high-level multitasking, anticipated needs, and maintained a cheerful & humble demeanor.

Greater New Orleans Area

What I did: Fully supported the Vice President of HR, the HR Manager, and the HR department. Closely worked with the VPHR on scheduling, department goals & objectives, and project support. Maintained calendar for HR team and ensured that complete information was available for all activities. Assisted in arrangements for meetings & conferences; attended meetings when necessary. Managed HR department correspondence & periodic reports. Assisted the VPHR with travel arrangements & expense reports. Coordinated office functions with other departments & satellite offices. Responsible for the accurate & efficient processing of documentation for vessel personnel. Input and processing of all new hires, current & terminated employees in HRIS system, and maintenance of all electronic and hard copy files. Distributed forms, assembled information booklets, administered pre-employment reporting & background checks, and setup pre-employment testing/assessment. Served as coordinator for on-site continuing education programs. What I learned: The struggles & triumphs of transitioning from mostly paper-based to electronic-focused record keeping & communication. Team creation and implementation of education & wellness programs. Staying proactive of updated government mandated maritime requirements. Remaining on top (literally!) of the paperwork associated with 100’s of personnel.

Monroe, Louisiana Area

What I did: Assisted HR Coordinator & Manager in recruitment, preparation for interviews, and updating company policy & procedures. Assisted with new hire orientation, staff exit interviews, company terminations, and leadership counseling of employees. Maintained confidential files for HR Department including employee shields & enrollment documents. Prepared written communication on behalf of HR Department. Executed monthly Board of Directors Meeting, quarterly Governing Board Meetings, semi-annual Company Staff Meetings, and yearly Shareholder’s Meeting. Arranged company travel and prepared company purchase orders & expense reports as necessary.What I learned: Life after college! The routine & standards expected from an administrative professional in the corporate world. Sometimes work trumps burger night at the pub & sometimes you’re going to work late & not feel like wearing mascara – that’s life, kid. Professionally preparing & proofing documents prior to executive review. Being approachable to all: from politicians, to Board Members, to co-workers, to all individuals seeking employment. To thicken my skin & allow the water roll off my feathers – like a duck! Finally, that a college graduate’s first job is a learning experience filled with criticism, lessons often learned the “hard way,” and, if you’re fortunate, an encouraging & forgiving team that helps to enrich you with valuable lessons that will afford you building blocks to enhance your many careers.

Monroe, Louisiana Area

•Assisted Director and staff with clerical, public relations and marketing operations•Acted as Assistant Advisor to the 31 Ambassadors Alumni Student Organization •Assisted in implementation, coordination and hosting of alumni, student and community events

Greater Philadelphia Area

•Assisted Director and staff with clerical, marketing, and sales operations•Met with potential clients for facility tours•Hosted large and small scale corporate and personal events•Created marketing techniques for distribution to potential clients •Conducted daily cold calls and followed through with sales