Alexandra Charlap
Administration-IT Specialist at Solid Ground Consulting- Claim this Profile
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Patrick Larkin
I had the privilege of working with Alex at Descanso Gardens and most recently at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden (RSABG). I find her to have a passion for the work she does, with an extraordinary level of dedication, and a level of professionalism rarely seen today. In her positions with Human Resources, Alex served as the primary contact for people seeking employment at the organization, as well as the contact for managers looking to hire positions. She would develop position descriptions, place ads, and respond to inquiries. But she also provided the day‐to‐day management of the organization’s benefit programs, keeping staff informed, and managing all other human resources administrative duties such as compliance, employee relations and performance evaluations. Alex performed these duties adroitly, easily working with diverse personalities, and seeking my advice when appropriate. However, particularly at RSABG, Alex took on additional responsibilities beyond her job description. She is a genuine team player with ability and drive, and would be a tremendous asset in any organization.
Rebecca Coleman Lerback
Alex was my go-to person for problem solving. Her clear insight helped me address and resolve personnel issues; discover cost-saving, elegant, and creative options for special events; and navigate productive relationships with my C-suite colleagues and our Board of Trustees. Alex's background, blending corporate and non-profit management experience, made her a worldly and well-rounded addition to our senior management team.
Patrick Larkin
I had the privilege of working with Alex at Descanso Gardens and most recently at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden (RSABG). I find her to have a passion for the work she does, with an extraordinary level of dedication, and a level of professionalism rarely seen today. In her positions with Human Resources, Alex served as the primary contact for people seeking employment at the organization, as well as the contact for managers looking to hire positions. She would develop position descriptions, place ads, and respond to inquiries. But she also provided the day‐to‐day management of the organization’s benefit programs, keeping staff informed, and managing all other human resources administrative duties such as compliance, employee relations and performance evaluations. Alex performed these duties adroitly, easily working with diverse personalities, and seeking my advice when appropriate. However, particularly at RSABG, Alex took on additional responsibilities beyond her job description. She is a genuine team player with ability and drive, and would be a tremendous asset in any organization.
Rebecca Coleman Lerback
Alex was my go-to person for problem solving. Her clear insight helped me address and resolve personnel issues; discover cost-saving, elegant, and creative options for special events; and navigate productive relationships with my C-suite colleagues and our Board of Trustees. Alex's background, blending corporate and non-profit management experience, made her a worldly and well-rounded addition to our senior management team.
Patrick Larkin
I had the privilege of working with Alex at Descanso Gardens and most recently at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden (RSABG). I find her to have a passion for the work she does, with an extraordinary level of dedication, and a level of professionalism rarely seen today. In her positions with Human Resources, Alex served as the primary contact for people seeking employment at the organization, as well as the contact for managers looking to hire positions. She would develop position descriptions, place ads, and respond to inquiries. But she also provided the day‐to‐day management of the organization’s benefit programs, keeping staff informed, and managing all other human resources administrative duties such as compliance, employee relations and performance evaluations. Alex performed these duties adroitly, easily working with diverse personalities, and seeking my advice when appropriate. However, particularly at RSABG, Alex took on additional responsibilities beyond her job description. She is a genuine team player with ability and drive, and would be a tremendous asset in any organization.
Rebecca Coleman Lerback
Alex was my go-to person for problem solving. Her clear insight helped me address and resolve personnel issues; discover cost-saving, elegant, and creative options for special events; and navigate productive relationships with my C-suite colleagues and our Board of Trustees. Alex's background, blending corporate and non-profit management experience, made her a worldly and well-rounded addition to our senior management team.
Patrick Larkin
I had the privilege of working with Alex at Descanso Gardens and most recently at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden (RSABG). I find her to have a passion for the work she does, with an extraordinary level of dedication, and a level of professionalism rarely seen today. In her positions with Human Resources, Alex served as the primary contact for people seeking employment at the organization, as well as the contact for managers looking to hire positions. She would develop position descriptions, place ads, and respond to inquiries. But she also provided the day‐to‐day management of the organization’s benefit programs, keeping staff informed, and managing all other human resources administrative duties such as compliance, employee relations and performance evaluations. Alex performed these duties adroitly, easily working with diverse personalities, and seeking my advice when appropriate. However, particularly at RSABG, Alex took on additional responsibilities beyond her job description. She is a genuine team player with ability and drive, and would be a tremendous asset in any organization.
Rebecca Coleman Lerback
Alex was my go-to person for problem solving. Her clear insight helped me address and resolve personnel issues; discover cost-saving, elegant, and creative options for special events; and navigate productive relationships with my C-suite colleagues and our Board of Trustees. Alex's background, blending corporate and non-profit management experience, made her a worldly and well-rounded addition to our senior management team.
Experience
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Solid Ground Consulting
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Administration-IT Specialist
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Jun 2019 - Present
Assistant to principal. Coordination of logistics for client and stakeholder engagements, meetings and retreats. Expert virtual and hybrid meeting organizer. Manage client communications. Engagement project management. Oversight of the firm’s IT infrastructure. Assistant to principal. Coordination of logistics for client and stakeholder engagements, meetings and retreats. Expert virtual and hybrid meeting organizer. Manage client communications. Engagement project management. Oversight of the firm’s IT infrastructure.
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Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation
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United States
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Conservation Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Office Manager/Assistant to Executive Director
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Dec 2013 - Jun 2019
Assistant to the Executive Director and liaison to the board of directors and committees. Managed day-to-day operations with a staff of 55 employees. Recruitment, onboarding and oversight of all IT functions. Planned annual staff and board retreats. Coordinated all staff meetings and events. Assistant to the Executive Director and liaison to the board of directors and committees. Managed day-to-day operations with a staff of 55 employees. Recruitment, onboarding and oversight of all IT functions. Planned annual staff and board retreats. Coordinated all staff meetings and events.
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Human Resources Manager/Executive Coordinator
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2007 - 2012
Assistant to Executive Director of 86-acre public botanic garden, Liaison for 18-Member Board of Trustees and 26-Member Board of Overseers. HR/Volunteer Manager for staff of 89 employees. Managed maintenance department. Planned annual galas and donor events. Coordinated all staff meetings and events. Managed accreditation application process. Assistant to Executive Director of 86-acre public botanic garden, Liaison for 18-Member Board of Trustees and 26-Member Board of Overseers. HR/Volunteer Manager for staff of 89 employees. Managed maintenance department. Planned annual galas and donor events. Coordinated all staff meetings and events. Managed accreditation application process.
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Descanso Gardens Guild, Inc.
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant to Executive Director/Human Resources Coordinator
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2002 - 2005
Assistant to CEO of 160-acre public botanic garden, Liaison for 21-Member Board of Trustees and Human Resources/Safety Manager for a staff of 82 employees. Member of annual gala committee. Assistant to CEO of 160-acre public botanic garden, Liaison for 21-Member Board of Trustees and Human Resources/Safety Manager for a staff of 82 employees. Member of annual gala committee.
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Ernst & Young LLP
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United States
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Administrative Practice Coordinator
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1990 - 2002
Assistant to Partner of the firm's Financial Services practice in the Los Angeles and San Francisco offices. Managed day-to-day human resources needs for a staff of 80 plus consultants. Mentored and managed workflow of twelve administrative assistants. Assistant to Partner of the firm's Financial Services practice in the Los Angeles and San Francisco offices. Managed day-to-day human resources needs for a staff of 80 plus consultants. Mentored and managed workflow of twelve administrative assistants.
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Education
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2019 - 2020
Oregon State University
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2009 - 2012
Mt. San Antonio College
Horticulture Science/Landscape Design -
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Google Project Manager Certified
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2018 -
Google for Nonprofits Administrator Certification
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