Experience

IAAPA

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Assistant to the President

  • Oct 2001 - Present

  Recruited to manage office operations and provide executive assistance to the President/CEO and CFO of the world's largest amusement industry trade association representing nearly 5,000 members in 90 countries worldwide. • Provide administrative and clerical support to the President/CEO, CFO, and several committees; manage information flow, and interact daily with 43 employees at association headquarters and 43 other at association offices around the world. • Manage all office operations in coordination with the Comptroller; work with outside vendors on maintenance and repair issues; liase with IT consultants, troubleshoot IT issues, order computer hardware & software; manage a $1 million budget. • Support the IAAPA Board of Directors by maintaining calendar of events and other important information, communicating reminders, controlling and monitoring budgets, and creating an online community to post Board Meeting minutes. • Perform at a high-level and demonstrate professionalism & judgment by handling time sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality of H.R. issues, organizational changes, performance reviews, business plans, and executive projects. • Welcome visitors and serve as an effective gatekeeper for the President/CEO, and maximize his productivity by reviewing, researching, and routing correspondence, drafting letters and documents, and collecting and analyzing information. • Manage scheduling, agenda and other details regarding monthly staff meetings, senior staff meetings, and retreats. • Complete projects and special assignments by establishing objectives, determining priorities, managing time, gaining cooperation of others, monitoring progress, solving issues, and adjusting plans as necessary. Show less



Association for Career and Technical Education

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Assistant to the Executive Director

  • 1992 - 2001

  Provided a high-level of administrative support, coordinated projects, managed office functions and special projects at the largest national education association dedicated to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for careers. • Supervised a receptionist and temporary office staff to ensure fulfillment of all goals and expectations. • Supported the Executive Director, managed office operations, and served as Project Manager for special office projects. • Served as liaison to the Board of Directors; prepared Board and Executive Committee materials and minutes; coordinated Board travel and meeting/event planning; prepared and managed budgets for the Board and various committees. • Participated on the team that planned and executed the annual trade show and conference which consisted of 600+ sessions. Show less