Lala Cooper

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About Lala Cooper

Experienced C-Level Executive AssistantSummary of QualificationsDynamic, proactive self-starter with a solutions-based attitude • Diplomatic, discreet, responsible, dependable and well regarded by peers and managers • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Highly motivated, adaptable, intuitive and flexible Key Contributions 10 years’ experience working with C-level executives • Experience working with Board of Directors and their committees • Simultaneous management of multiple and ever-changing executive calendars • Domestic and international travel arrangement • Event planningWork ExperienceExecutive Assistant, McKinstry: 2022 – Present• Heavy calendar management for two senior VP’s and cross-coverage support for four senior managers requiring interaction with internal and external stakeholders• Domestic travel arrangement and expense reports for all six• Plan internal and off-site events for 10-150 attendees• Take meeting notes and generate action items• Assist with DEI and Recognition Committees, events, awards and newslettersExecutive Assistant to CFO, COORealNetworks: 2021 – 2022• Heavy calendar management for CFO and COO, cross-coverage support for CTO and three senior VP’s, monthly expenses for all• Domestic and international travel arrangement including notes verbales• Created, monitored and tracked purchase orders• Identified and completed daily, weekly and quarterly action items • Prepared and published Board of Directors decks and books and planned related events• Maintained 100% confidentiality on all communications, patents, AI software and hardwareExecutive Assistant to Associate DirectorBureau of Education & Research: Bellevue, 2015 – 2021• Calendar management for senior associate director and cross-coverage support of four associate directors• Proofed and edited hundreds of brochures and handbooks per year• Prepared, tracked and monitored contracts• Point of contact and strategic data management for strict national association• Supported special projects and day-to-day operations as needed