Connections for Pets

Early childhood development.

• Coordinated activities (meetings, presentations, etc.) across multiple teams.• Managed and coordinated calendars for department leaders.• Facilitated processes necessary to the effective running of each department.• Reviewed operating practices and procedures, determined whether improvements could be made and worked with management to implement changes as appropriate.• Set up and oversaw administrative procedures and guidelines for departments. • Assisted in maintaining department budgets and expense reconciliations. • Actively drove special projects as assigned.• Incorporated departmental merchandise strategies within the creation of financial plans. • Advocated for financial disciplines and inventory efficiency while working with the buyer and buy planner to support the execution of the merchandise strategy.• Content Development: Created compelling materials to effectively communicate and drive decision making across a range of audiences, including executive leadership.• Arranged travel plans for domestic and international travel.• Scheduled and managed executive and team meetings, including regular staff meetings, board meetings, and ad-hoc gatherings.• Prepared and distributed meeting agendas, materials, and minutes.• Coordinated logistics such as booking conference rooms, arranging audio-visual equipment, and setting up virtual meeting platforms.• Ensured timely communication and follow-up on action items from meetings.• Planned and executed internal and external events, including team-building activities, workshops, and conferences.• Managed event logistics such as venue selection, catering, transportation, and accommodations.• Created event timelines, budgets, and detailed plans to ensure smooth execution.• Collaborated with vendors and service providers to negotiate contracts and secure necessary services.