Elizabeth Shaw Email & Phone Number

Ashburn, Virginia, United States

In this role, I act as a bridge between the organization and its employees, addressing concerns, resolving disputes or misunderstandings, and ensuring that workplace standards are met and respected. This is accomplished by supporting and advancing the company's mission, fostering a positive working environment to maximize employee satisfaction, retention, and overall company productivity.* Responsible for all Hiring Actions to include the following: - Coordinate comprehensive recruitment efforts - Administer streamlined on-boarding / off-boarding experiences* Implement HR policies and procedures* Spearhead the development of robust talent acquisition strategies, to include the enhancement of recruitment processes and retention tools* Liaise between The Glimpse Group (parent company) and the (subsidiary) Executive Team on all Employee Relations matters* Serve as the subsidiary HRIS Administrator to include execution of personnel updates on internal platforms * Manage and implement the People Development Team and related initiatives, which includes but is not limited to the following: - creation and implementation of manager training sessions on processes and policies - administration of best practices as they relate to employee relations issues - conflict management and resolution advisor* Facilitate the Chief Technology Officer's schedule and task prioritization, ensuring strategic alignment with the company's immediate and long-term goals* Played a pivotal role in the successful transition of the company from private to public in 2022, providing critical support in areas such as contract negotiation, compliance, internal process alignment, and stakeholder communication, ensuring a smooth and efficient forward merger

Alexandria, Va

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

I managed all operational facets of a dynamic business office, ensuring efficiency and excellence in day-to-day functions. My role encompassed both office administration and employee relations. My responsibilities extended to planning and executing company-wide events, significantly enhancing employee morale. Under my leadership, we completed a successful relocation to a new state-of-the-art facility with no disruption to client services or employee productivity.* Managed for all operational components for a fast-paced business office, including day-to-day operations and strategic long-term planning - Maintained all office equipment and IT systems - Coordinated office and building repairs, to include maintenance and improvements, negotiating with vendors* Served as the primary administrator of employee benefits, to include the management of open enrollment - Assisted with the recruitment and hiring screening for all employment candidates - Performed extensive on-boarding of all new hires - Trained managers and employees on HRIS software - Liased with the contracted IT provider to onboard all new hires * Planned all company events, which included company-wide picnics, holiday parties, quarterly all-hands meetings and employee morale events* Orchestrated the comprehensive relocation process for the office to a state-of-the-art facility, from initial strategic planning to execution - Coordinated logistics for equipment and inventory transfer, ensuring seamless IT infrastructure setup and functionality, and designing the layout for optimal workflow efficiency - Successfully mitigated downtime and maintained operational continuity throughout the move, completing the transition within the projected timeline and budget - Managed cross-departmental communication to keep all personnel informed and engaged during the changeover, which facilitated a smooth adaptation to the new work environment

Washington D.C. Metro Area

I oversaw all aspects of office management and operations, supporting a team of ___ employees. I was responsible for organizing all employee morale events, contributing to a positive and engaging work environment. My role also included the planning and execution of large corporate events from start to finish, as well as chairing the company's annual fundraising event, attracting over 600 attendees, with a budget of $____ and managing a team of ____ staff and volunteers. * Handled all office management, operations and administrative support needs for employee team of ___ individuals* Maintained all office equipment and IT systems* Managed budgeting related to building management and office supplies* Served as main logistics coordinator for all building repairs, maintenance and improvements - Negotiated with vendors - Liaised with IT providers * Provided daily management, leadership and motivation to administrative team* Planned, organized, and managed large corporate events from inception through post analysis * Served as Chair for the company’s annual fund raising event with over 600 attendees - Administrated $_____ budget - Managed ____ staff and volunteer team - * Coordinated all employee morale events

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Stokefire, a Washington DC-area branding & advertising agency, designs strategic identities - names, taglines & logos - and marketing campaigns.• Managed the day-to-day office management, operations and administrative support needs at Stokefire• Coordinated a move to current office space, which included design and logistics of securing furniture, office equipment, telecommunications and supplies • Represented the company by attending various networking and marketing events in order to connect with professionals for business development and vendor relations • Responded to requests for information (RFIs) to potential clients and assisted in the preparation of proposals• Handled accounts payable/receivable and payroll • Provided assistance in various projects as assigned by the principal of the company

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Acted as the right arm to the CEO of a telecommunications company while also helping as an administrative support assistant and office manager• Maintained professional and personal calendars, travel arrangements, personal finances, report generation and general administrative office duties • Interacted with all levels of staff, clients and vendors with the ability to exercise absolute discretion and confidentiality when necessary • Handled deadlines and requests directly or through others to ensure that the CEO can work efficiently and effectively • Planned and coordinated both business and personal social events including board meetings, fundraising events and office holiday parties• Oversaw the smooth operation of three homes with occasional travel to out of state homes to take care of any issues• Acted in position of general contractor for the building of employer’s 12,000 sq ft home, which included coordinating subcontractors, logistics, operations, and material orders

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Provided support for the Trilogy Project which administered hands on training in Microsoft Office software products to FBI field offices across the county • Located and secured sites such as hotels, conference centers and educational buildings to provide training in over 40 cities • Negotiated contracts with venue facilities and coordinated shipment of all hardware equipment, manuals and signage • Coordinated the arrival of the instructors and the software technicians • Ensured training success by providing on-site support as the liaison between the venue/facility and the client • Oversaw the set up of all venue/facility training rooms including space layout, phone line installation, testing of each participant computer and security settings • Resolved any issues that arose before, during, or after the training • Managed the break down of each venue/facility training room post training and the shipment of all equipment to the next training site • Reviewed all facility invoices for accuracy and submitted final reports to management for processing

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Supported both firms in similar capacities providing office management and administrative support• Coordinated office start-up operations, to include securing office space, setting up telecommunications systems and utilities, ordering computer and office equipment, negotiating service contracts and developing employee manuals • Negotiated employee benefits packages such as health, dental, disability and 401(K) plans • Coordinated major office move through all phases of demolition and construction • Managed all aspects of office administration, accounting/finance and human resources, including A/P, A/R, budgets and forecasts, payroll, recruiting, benefits, office operations, equipment and supplies • Supervised administrative staff in support of these functions• Planned and coordinated office events and established company-wide motivational incentives • Assisted in the establishment of both firms’ evolution from small start up businesses to established industry-respected companies

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Managed support services to staff of 70 including office management, administrative support, and employee management• Supervised office services staff to include receptionist, mail clerk and administrative assistant • Ensured consistent corporate image and provided efficient and timely service to all departments• Prepared annual budget for Administrative Services department and exercised direct control of over 500K annually in expenses subject to budgetary guidelines • Managed office telecommunications services and equipment, including telephones, voice mail, data communications and video teleconferencing • Maintained office equipment service contracts and maintenance requests. Responsible for all remodeling and space planning activities within office building • Coordinated a major office move from demolition to completion • Oversaw shipping and courier services, parking, building maintenance and office security

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Provided administrative and office management support for an office of 10 • Managed database of membership records, membership communication and correspondence, office logistics and maintenance, and event/meeting planning • Coordinated annual conference attended by over 400 in Washington DC and New Jersey, which required remote site management, itinerary planning, vendor contracts, speaker and seminar coordination, travel and accommodations, equipment set-up and break down and other large scale logistics

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Ran office and provided administrative support as office manager• Created, organized and implemented the administrative systems for a newly-formed Washington branch office • Supervised quality control of contracted administrative support • Provided both administrative and technical support to the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) • Developed and taught management and supervisory training courses and prepared a three-tier Secretarial Development Program for the DIA