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Operations Manager

New Orleans Startup Fund

Sep 2024 - Current (1 year 11 months)

• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, managing investor relations and cross-functional projects. • Execute and oversee investment documentation, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely completion. • Develop board materials and strategic communications to facilitate informed decision-making.

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Human Resources Manager

Haptech Defense Systems

Jun 2024 - Current (2 years 2 months)

• Direct comprehensive HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and benefits administration. • Collaborate with leadership on organizational development, talent management, and strategic HR initiatives.

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Chief of Staff

Cyber Pop-up Inc.

May 2022 - Jun 2024 (2 years 2 months)

• Acted as a trusted partner to the CEO, managing strategic projects spanning HR, finance, and legal operations. • Implemented OKRs to enhance alignment and operational efficiency, achieving $50K+ in annual cost savings.

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Operations Manager, Business Development

1798 Consultants

May 2021 - Mar 2022 (11 months)

• Directed CRM integration and strategic project planning to support nationwide business development. • Led corporate website relaunch initiatives and supported key revenue-driving campaigns.

Executive Assistant to CEO & Co-Founder

Ready

Dec 2018 - May 2021 (2 years 6 months)

• Provided strategic support during successful $50M+ Series A fundraising, managing critical stakeholder communications. • Coordinated cross-departmental initiatives among product, legal, and marketing teams.

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Executive Assistant to CEO

ILSI Engineering

Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year 1 month)

• Enhanced compliance and audit-readiness for federal infrastructure projects. • Managed executive scheduling, communications, and travel coordination. • Developed reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.

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Executive Assistant to President, Real Estate Development

Woodward Design + Build

Jan 2014 - Jan 2017 (3 years 1 month)

• Managed budgets, financial reporting, and vendor contracts for real estate developments. • Facilitated stakeholder communications, ensuring timely project completion. • Oversaw compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting standards.

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Executive Assistant

SKANSKA USA

Jan 2011 - Jan 2014 (3 years 1 month)

• Optimized executive workflows and documentation management for large-scale construction projects. • Coordinated meetings, prepared agendas, and recorded executive meeting minutes. • Ensured timely submission and accuracy of regulatory and compliance documentation.

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