My Story

(My Resume is below)

After working at Monitor Group and Monitor Clipper Partners for twenty-three years as an executive and personal assistant for the best boss in the world, Mark Thomas, I decided to leave in April of 2011. I adored Mark. He was not only my boss, but my friend, my teacher, and my mentor. This man never failed to thank me each and every day. So when he told me that at some point down the road, in the next few years, that he may be retiring and wanted to give me a heads up, I was heartbroken. He told me that I could stay with the firm. At first that was my plan. I sat on this for three months. However, my mom had become very ill, and when I realized that she was not going to be with us much longer, I decided that I wanted to spend more time with her. Mark was surprised when I told him that I had made my decision to leave, however he understood my reasons and respected me for my decision. I took my time leaving to help him find the perfect assistant. Mark was left with a wonderful assistant who was my match!

My logic was that I am a great executive and personal assistant, as well as young enough, so I should not have a problem finding a job. I had worked all of my life, so I decided to take six months off to spend more time with mom. Sadly, mom passed away on the very same  week that I left Monitor. Two major life changes for me in the same week! There was no turning back, as I had already been replaced. Not to mention, I really needed time off to deal with the passing of mom. I still had my weddings on weekends, so I decided to continue with my plans to take my six month sabbatical before looking for a job.

Now, I am ready to go back to work. I love my hubby, but being home with him 24/7, is driving me nuts! (He was laid off after working for the same company for 30 years!). Having said that, if anyone knows of a company looking for a great executive assistant, I am here! Six months off was enough! It’s been twenty-three years since I have been on the market, so I am more than ready!

MY RESUME

SUMMARY

Senior Executive Assistant with over 20 years experience providing outstanding administrative support to a managing partner / founder of a management consultant firm and private equity investment firm. Excellent project management skills with the ability to multi-task.  Experienced in interfacing with all levels in an organization to ensure projects were completed on time. Known for maintaining a consistent and high level of confidentiality and professionalism. Possess strong attention to detail, high level of customer service, and ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Strengths include:

• Self-Motivated
• Calendar Management
• Proactive
• Detail-oriented
• Travel Logistics (Domestic and International)
• Flexibility
• Event and Meeting Planning
• Expense Management
• Go To Person
• Quick Learner
• Can Do Attitude
• Strong Computer Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Monitor Clipper Partners, LLC, (“MCP”) Cambridge, MA                                   12/2008 – 4/2011

Monitor Group, Cambridge, MA                                                                             7/1988 – 12/2008

  Executive and Personal Assistant

Executive Assistant Role:

EDUCATION

Fisher College, Everett, MA                                                                                         9/1985 - 6/1986

Courses:

• College English 1 and II
• Composition and College English Literature
• Macroeconomics and Principles of Management

Harvard University, Cambridge, MA                                                                                 1985 - 1986

Courses:

• Introduction to the Stock Market, Business Management

OTHER

Massachusetts Justice of the Peace                                                                        6/2004 – Present

   for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Notary Public                                                                                                             11/1985 – Present

  for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts