310.498.2873 AREAS OF EXPERTISE * Strong ability to work autonomously; productive and self-directed with talent for identifying potential problems and implementing innovative solutions to avoi d escalation. * Outstanding communication skills both written and verbal; solid background in drafting documents ranging from grant applications and employee manuals to publi c relations collateral. * Create and successfully deliver high-impact, technology driven presentations, devoting careful attention to detail and complete comprehensive follow-up to ens ure positive outcomes. * Excellent interpersonal skills; quickly form positive rapport with colleagues, industry contacts, and clients to facilitate inner office communication and bui ld lucrative business network. * Highly developed technical proficiencies; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access), PowerPoint, Word Perfect, and Windows OS. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ARVATO DIGITAL SERVICES - Valencia, CA 1/2009 to 6/2009 Executive Assistant to CEO (Temporary Position) 1 Responsible for the maintenance of personal and professional schedules for CEO and Two Vice Presidents. 2 Perform extensive calendaring activities, meeting coordination, and extensive travel arrangements. 3 Maintain regular direct communications with Hi-Level clients. 4 Provide timely notification of foreign travel to various companies as well as contract companies. 5 Coordinate speaking engagements. 6 Coordinate renewal of various licenses, consulting agreements and memberships. 7 Proofread and edit White papers, magazine articles, bios, and proposals. 8 Maintain various files including Contracts, Co-Chairman's bio and press kits. 9 Responsible for screening a high volume of calls and taking appropriate action and follow up as needed. 10 Expense report reconciliation. MANDALAY BAY HOTEL AND CASINO - Las Vegas, NV 2007 to 2009 Hospitality Director of Event Planning 1 Promote conference, conventions and trade show services by performing tasks su ch as meeting with professional and trade associations, and producing brochures and other publications. 2 Perform extensive calendaring activities and meeting coordination for all sche duled events. 3 Maintain regular direct communications with Directors and Management of the ho tel. 4 Develop Event topics and choose featured speakers. 5 Monitor events in order to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and l aws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that may arise . 6 Coordinate renewal of various licenses, consulting agreements and memberships. 7 Confer with staff at a chosen event site in order to coordinate details. 8 Review event bills for accuracy and approve payment. 9 Responsible for screening a high volume of calls and taking appropriate action and follow up as needed. 10 Expense report reconciliation. 11 Plan and develop programs, agendas, budgets and services according to custome r requirements. 12 Arrange the availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays and other event needs. 13 Maintain records of event aspects, including financial details. Conduct post-event evaluations in order to determine how future events could be improved. 14. Managed and conducted monthly performance reviews for over ninety employees. APPLIED MINDS - Glendale, CA 1999 to 2007 Executive Assistant to CEO/Office Manager 1. Responsible for the maintenance of personal and professional schedules for Co -Chairman. 2. Perform extensive calendaring activities, meeting coordination, and extensive travel arrangements. 3. Maintain regular direct communications with high ranking government officials and clients. 4. Provide timely notification of foreign travel to various government agencies. 5. Coordinate speaking engagements. 6. Coordinate renewal of various licenses, consulting agreements and memberships . 7. Proofread and edit White papers, magazine articles, and proposals. 8. Maintain various files including Co-Chairman's bio and press kits. 9. Responsible for screening a high volume of calls and taking appropriate actio n and follow up as needed. 10. Expense report reconciliation. 11. Liaison with outside firm for Co-Chairman's personal accounts. 12. Constant liaison with Co-Chairman via telephone and email. Also responsible for maintaining his daily correspondences. 13. Daily responsibilities include delivery of an upgraded schedule to Co-Chairm an in person or by fax. 14. Responsible for all catering for upcoming meetings 15. Directed 2 receptionists and 10 member housekeeping team. Oriented and train ed new hires. Developed key relationships with vendors; completed accounts payab le and oversaw expenses. Supervised maintenance and landscaping for three 33,000 square foot buildings. SKILLS Windows, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, WordPerfect, Windows IBM XT/A T, Apple Macintosh, PowerPoint, Quark, Meeting MakerXP, Visio, Lotus cc_Mail, Ro lm 10-line telephone system, DAT communication and recording system. * * * * * * * Additional experience includes Seven years as Local Store Marketer and Training Supervisor for McDonalds Inc., Project Manager for Advance Micro Devices and Uni sys Technology. EDUCATION Cal Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo, CA San Jose State University - San Jose, CA