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San Francisco, CA, US

Medford, Oregon, United States

• Provided comprehensive support for the CEO, managing calendars, expenses, and travel arrangements with precision and efficiency. Cultivated team culture through engagement initiatives and activities, fostering a.
• Developed a template library, optimized recruiting processes, established an internal platform for employee training and a self-booking travel portal, and maintained distribution lists and employee directories.
• Created a framework for interview and feedback processes, ensuring coherence amid rapid company expansion.
• Coordinated and facilitated the CEO's all-hands Zoom meetings, enhancing employee engagement and understanding of team member roles to further cultivate a collaborative work environment and culture.
• Established streamlined processes and a digital resource center for client site visits to align internal expectations and create a seamless experience for team members.
• Spearheaded the development of "In-Person Events" resources, providing guidelines for event planning and fostering networking with clients.

South San Francisco, California, United States

• Supported the Executive Director in departmental operations and learning and development initiatives. Spearheaded process documentation and improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency. Facilitated.
• Navigated a steep learning curve transitioning from research and development to commercial operations, quickly adapting to new leadership structures and organizational dynamics.
• Bridged gaps by familiarizing with the purpose of the training and development department, pinpointed key stakeholders and connected the team's pivotal impact in patients receiving life-saving medicines.
• Built trust and respect with new colleagues, leveraging insights from research and development backgrounds to provide valuable perspectives within the organization.
• Enhanced leadership by empowering direct reports, facilitating their growth in presentation skills and executive presence, ultimately amplifying their impact within the department.
• Initiated and organized the inaugural commercial operations Admin Town Hall, fostering collaboration among administrative professionals, providing networking and educational opportunities, and emphasizing their value.

South San Francisco, CA

• Hired into a new role supporting a VP who later became a Senior VP, providing comprehensive assistance to the leadership team and a 100-member department. Managed scientific candidate recruitment and developed.
• Initiated and led a team to resolve entrenched catering issues and presented findings to research leaders. Our team established the organization's first catering policy to prevent over-ordering and food theft.
• Developed an online portal with a peer to streamline event announcements, reducing email overload by over 90% and becoming a mandatory communication tool still in use today.
• Co-led the 30-member admin community in organizing educational offsites/workshops, defining objectives, reporting outcomes to executives, and establishing the community's value and impact on the Research Organization.

• Provided C-suite support including calendar management, travel coordination, and expense management ensuring optimal allocation of time and resources. Actively participated on the Executive Team, upholding strict.
• Established strong relationships and facilitated seamless communication as the Board of Directors liaison and key contact for internal and external stakeholders. Prepared and disseminated board meeting materials.
• Recruited and directed a high-performing team of administrative support staff, emphasizing a commitment to operational excellence and team cohesion.
• Spearheaded initiatives to streamline workflows and optimize resource utilization, driving efficiency and productivity.
• Executed event logistics for VIPs, guests, donors, board candidates, and staff ensuring seamless execution.
• Contributed creative ideas and solutions to event planning and was an active member of the emergency response team, demonstrating a commitment to organizational success.

San Francisco, California, United States

• Provided comprehensive support to senior investigators, postdoctoral fellows, and research lab staff within the Cardiovascular Disease Institute, including managing investigators' calendars and coordinating weekly.
• Facilitated the recruitment process by arranging interviews, coordinating new hire orientations, and scheduling visits from guest speakers, ensuring seamless operations
• Assisted in the preparation, proofreading, and submission of scientific grant applications and manuscripts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines
• Guided the external scientific manuscript review process, overseeing the workflow to ensure timely and thorough evaluations
• Provided mentorship and training to both temporary and permanent administrative support staff, fostering their professional development and ensuring smooth team operations

Sacramento, California, United States

• Provided support to the senior vice president and departmental team members ensuring smooth operations to meet the needs of the Association members.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:
• Orchestrated seamless meetings and travel arrangements, ensuring efficient coordination and timely execution
• Diligently proofread the weekly Association newsletter to uphold quality standards before publication
• Managed the production of monthly publication subscription invoices, meticulously tracked payments, and maintained organized archives for the Association's records
• Acted as a primary liaison to Association members, skillfully triaging member calls and routing or escalating inquiries as needed to ensure prompt and accurate resolutions