Palo Alto Staffing is a global, multi-disciplinary talent acquisition firm specializing in Executive Assistants and Executive Operations roles for venture capital, private equity, private client, and philanthropic organizations. We are dedicated to connecting visionaries with exceptional talent.

Responsibilities:Conduct research to analyze competitive landscape, market trends and customer behavior and preparing reports by collecting, summarizing and analyzing data. Communicating campaign deliverables, objectives and timelines to the team while providing detailed instructions. Accomplishments (so far):1) Led a companywide program rollout and became the program administrator (Broadbean)2) Improved workflow by creating customized software guidesSoftware/Programs used: Broadbean, Bullhorn, Workday, Herefish, Daxtra, Canva

Responsibilities:I utilized a unique combination of sophisticated technology, rigorous research methods, and deep industry knowledge to help find the best candidates for our clients. I also assisted others in the office by resolving various issues ranging from technology problems to system processes.Accomplishments:1) Helped win a nationwide company competition in regards to most retained searches due to my research work for proposals submitted to clients for Q1 2019. 2) Developed guides to help resolve common issues with technology in our office. As a result of this I was chosen for a study group about new technology to be used at the company. 3) During COVID-19, I helped my office save $5,000/month starting April 2020 by cancelling parking at our office building since we are unable to use it until stay at home orders are rescinded.  About Lucas Group:Headquartered in Atlanta, GA with 15 regional offices, Lucas Group is North America's premier executive search firm. Since 1970, Lucas Group's culture and methodologies have driven superior results. We utilize a unique combination of sophisticated technology, rigorous research, deep industry knowledge, ongoing associate training, and a broad national reach. We are trusted consultants who deliver real business value for our clients and candidates, and we are home to the finest executive recruiters.

Under the direction of the Principal, I was responsible for all administrative functions and decisions related to the day-to-day operation of the Principal’s main residence in order to increase productivity and support the Principal’s objectives. I directed and lead the work of all home staff and vendors. I handled a wide variety of complex and confidential situations. I exercised considerable judgment and discretion when completing assignments.Some of my duties were to:1. Manage an extremely active calendar of appointments. 2. Handle calls and correspondence as directed. 3. Organize and maintain confidential files and records. 4. Research, prioritize, and follow up on legal, financial, organizational and other issues including those of a sensitive or confidential nature and at times requiring the need to communicate directly with legal, financial and other professionals on the Principal’s behalf.5. I utilized a wide variety of resources to secure hard to get requests the Principal and his family made. As an example, for restaurant reservations in other countries I used the concierge service from American Express to make the reservation with a local AmEx agent since I did not speak the language at the location. Travel Planning:I coordinated extensive international and domestic travel for the Principal and his family. Travel planning ranged from securing specific flights due to aircraft type, getting appropriate visas, using points/miles to book tickets, and arranging for special requests at hotels. I also researched unique things for the Principal to do while on vacation and compiled this information into an easy to comprehend guide for the family to use. Booking tickets using points/miles helped create a significant cost saving for my Principal, as an example in one summer he saved over $200,000 on flights alone from using points/miles to book Etihad, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines First Class tickets.

I performed a variety of responsible, professional-level duties involved in the acquisition, development, property management/administration and disposition of real estate in accordance with federal, state and city codes, regulations and policies; and performed related duties as assigned. Some of my duties were:1. Research and assist in developing, managing and monitoring activities of assigned properties and real estate projects.2. Interacted or negotiated with tenants or their legal representatives to help resolve issues or address concerns.3. Inspected and reviewed tenancies for compliance with lease agreements, insurance requirements and other Optimus policies; oversee tenant improvements, renovation projects and signage.Accomplishments:1. I came up with the idea to put all of our vacant commercial properties on a filming location website which resulted in income generated for spaces that we were not making any money on at the time. 2. Made guides for operating our office equipment to help streamline the process of sending out notifications to tenants, which resulted in cost savings in office supplies and time formerly spent sending out notifications manually.

I reported directly to the Owners/CEO. I assisted the owners in opening new accounts, implementing marketing and visual strategies, analyzing trends in the market, and coming up with new product ideas.Some other duties/accomplishments of my time here were:• Developed and coordinated launches for new products• Made significant contributions to visual merchandising guidelines for both wholesale and retail locations, resulting in an increase in foot traffic that boosted sales in all retail locations owned and operated by JKC.• Researched and lead expansion of product line to international retailers. This included EU labeling requirements, customs rules, and logistics to get perishable products overseas in a timely manner. • Made fun product guides for our retail associates to refer to that helped educate our customers about the chocolate they are consuming as well as how it was made. • Created reports to help the Owners understand how the business was functioning in various areas.• Improved the workflow of the shipping department to help decrease processing time so we could get more orders out every day.

My main responsibilities at DFS were to orchestrate the visual merchandising strategy across 34 airport stores that marketed a wide-array of beauty, leather goods, fragrance, jewelry, watches and concession products. I helped ensure compliance to brand standards for more than 26 fashion and luxury brands; such as, Celine, Burberry, Bulgari, Chloe, Ferragamo, and Hermes; served as key liaison for all Regional Brand Managers and Brand Marketing Teams; provided detailed monthly trend and recommendation reports. I helped design and implement displays as well as source, procure and arrange logistics for display props internally, externally and internationally. I coordinated logistics, security and import clearances; as well as Maintenance, Sales, Operations and Management teams to ensure seamless execution of display plans. I developed product, concept and initiative presentations and utilized these to educate three Sales Managers and 70+ Merchandise/Sales Associates on brand standards and what to do in the event something sells out. My keen knowledge for the type of customer we had allowed me to work closely with the managers at these locations to display items that would sell well and still adhere to the brand's visual standards which in turn resulted in lots of revenue for the airport locations compared to the standalone shopping mall in Waikiki. • Opened multiple boutiques for Tod’s, Chloe, Burberry, Celine, Coach, and Hugo Boss. • Played an intricate role in the management of the companies’ airport locations on different islands in Hawaii. • Created a display technique for the Victoria's Secret location in the airport that resulted in a 30% increase in luggage sales for that store and was adopted globally as a display technique by the company.

In my capacity as Visual Coordinator, I researched and analyzed consumer shopping behaviors; designed and implemented window and in-store displays that helped drive store traffic. I helped to ensure compliance with all brand standards. I also coordinated for the arrival and disposal of marketing materials as well as store display props. • I was chosen to be on the visual merchandising team that helped open the second ever Victoria's Secret location in Hawaii due to my hard work ethic.