Sherri Young Email and Phone Number

A critical role in a newly launched Chicago office. Home to 100+ employees and three business units. Ensured the office was a warm, inviting, which created an environment supportive of company values and employees' needs. Point of contact for building management, security and visiting staff. Coordinated/scheduled use of board rooms and huddle spaces. Ensured ease of transitioning for visiting Engine staff from other offices. Assisted with onboarding of new hires and exiting employees. Ad Hoc executive assistant projects as needed.Key Accomplishments:• Finalized office launch and organization.• Enhanced office environment and culture

Served in a multifaceted role revolving around providing executive assistance, office management, expense handling and full life cycle project management. Anticipated the ever-changing needs of the President/Owner to allow them to most effectively manage the organization. Liaised between internal & external stakeholders on behalf of the executive. Generated & maintained comprehensive calendars and schedules. Planned & executed luxury and business group trips; developed itineraries & managed expenses. Coordinated meetings between management team members; confirmed conference rooms, prepared presentations and reviewed completed reports. Monitored, screened & responded to incoming communications. Oversaw & managed a fast-paced office both onsite and remotely. Tracked and ordered office inventory; ensured adequate stock without unnecessary spend. Strategically negotiated with vendors to achieve win-win terms. Regularly handled and maintained highly confidential & sensitive information. Demonstrated aptitude in general bookkeeping with additional responsibility for Accounts Payable, payroll processing & bank/account reconciliation. Managed full project life cycle of numerous initiatives as needed. Key Accomplishments:• Played an integral leadership role in establishing 2 new offices; active contributor from initial concept and design, through to building, subsequent staffing, and workflow optimization.• Assisted with a complex office shutdown; negotiated with vendors and researched / selected vendors to achieve substantial cost savings. • Designated with the responsibility to manage the office and the President's desk in their absence; enabled daily operations to run smoothly. • Planned/led regular team meetings; ensured personnel were kept up to date on company activities, policies and procedures. • Oversaw/coordinated small to large-scale events; secured venues, negotiated with catering vendors, procured necessary resources, and provided onsite event leadership.