Jody Benson Email & Phone Number

Ridgefield, Connecticut, United States

Recently, I returned from a brief retirement to join Boehringer Ingelheim as an Administrative Consultant in the Global Computational Biology and Digital Sciences team, where I bring strategic insight and a collaborative approach to support cutting-edge research initiatives. In this role, I will provide support to the VP and leadership team, excel at building relationships across diverse teams, fostering a network of trust, and ensuring smooth, efficient operations, even in highly demanding environments.

Greater Boston Area

In this role, I provided comprehensive administrative support to the VP and leadership team, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and streamlining processes. This position required a mix of hard skills—such as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Concur for travel and expense management, SharePoint for document organization, and advanced calendar management for global scheduling—as well as essential soft skills, including strategic planning, problem-solving, and adaptability to changing priorities. An accomplished Personal / Administrative Assistant with a strategic and proactive approach to work - both collaboratively and independently. Always Learning.Key Responsibilities and Skills:Executive Support: Managed high-priority tasks for the VP, including global calendar management, coordinating cross-functional meetings across time zones, and organizing international travel.Process Optimization: Collaborated with leadership to implement process improvements, standardize workflows, and enhance operational efficiencies, often utilizing project management tools like Microsoft Teams and OneNote.Event Planning and Coordination: Oversaw planning and logistics for internal and external events, ensuring all aspects were aligned with organizational goals.Document Management: Maintained document repositories, tracked key deliverables, and ensured compliance with company policies.Communication and Collaboration: Acted as a liaison between the VP's office and various departments, leveraging strong interpersonal skills to maintain positive relationships and facilitate efficient communication.This role required a high level of professionalism, discretion, and a proactive approach, ensuring that the VP and team had seamless support to focus on high-impact research and innovation

Greater Boston Area

Work for High Net Worth Individual:Arrange travel plans and itineraries, flights, car service, hotel and restaurant reservationsDevelop professional relationships with reliable vendors: caterers, designers, contractors, etc.. Research, source and order equipment and supplies, calendar management, personal shopping, errands, driving to appointmentsOversee daily activities of client's household, screen calls and emails, coordinate special events and work on ad hoc projectsSuccessfully planned and coordinated client move from a 35 acre horse property to new home: scheduled movers; monitored the appraisal and sale of valuable antiques; notified insurance company and phone/internet/cable services; packed, organized and labeled; directed movers, interior designer and remodeling; and more. This was a large-scale project, resulting in a smooth, efficient and worry-free downsizing transition for my client.