Kathleen Andersen
+41 76 418 8313
katie@alooninthealps.com
$50/CHF50/EUR50 hr
As a high-performing career focused individual, I offer myself as your virtual Executive Assistant on a contract basis for a negotiable amount of hours. My experience and skills align well with the qualifications all executives seek. I am very flexible in my schedule. I am certain I would make a valuable addition to your organization.
My career has developed from entry level roles to recently CEO. As a CEO, I found myself traveling most of my schedule. Although I am proud of my success as CEO, I have decided to look for a new challenge which offers a better work-life balance. I would love to now support other top executives reach their success.
Possessing the ability to comfortably manage an executives’ busy day; I proactively tackle issues and resolve with new working solutions. As someone with a sharp eye for detail and a drive to organize, I thrive to multitask and prioritize to ensure deadlines are met. I offer extraordinary customer service with a proven record of building strong relationships on a global level.
Key Skills
Excellent Communication both oral and written; Extraordinary Customer Service; Multi-tasking with ability to prioritize to meet deadlines; Project Management; Event planning (logistics, schedules, travel, onsite management); Creative Problem Solving; Analytical Thinking; Inventive mindset; Marketing and Busine Writing; Academic Training. Company startup (U.S.A. and Europe)
Languages
English-native
German- basic knowledge
Employment History
Partner, CEO Zug, Switzerland
• Innovative in designing new original products.
• Collaborated to successfully meet project deadlines.
• Implemented creative marketing strategies leading to sales.
• Initiated a new product which boosted donations during the 2020 cancer
campaign for the Cancer Society of Central Switzerland.
CEO, Zug, Switzerland
• Developed intensive, ambitious business strategies, short-term goals, and long-term objectives.
• Effectively built and managed a sales distributor network in 14 countries.
• Negotiated contract sales reaching over EUR 1.5 million in initial 2 years.
• SpearheadedprojectstotransformJapanesemachinestomeetEUStandards.
• Undertook all key elements in the planning and execution of exhibit at
Productronica in München, Germany.
• Designed and implemented all company marketing.
• Generated new technical writing of corporate manuals, house style manual,
training material, and catalogs to create uniformity.
• Maintained accurate accounting by developing budgets, processing accounts
payable/receivable, and timely payroll.
• Utilized20+yearsexperiencetoarrangealltravelrelatedservicesforstaffand
distributors.
Consultant, Tokyo, Japan
• Revamped the technical manuals, and company catalogs.
• Facilitated the booth logistics for participation at Productronica in München,
Germany.
• Organized flights, accommodations, meal reservations, and daily meetings for
the international staff and guests at the convention.
Contract Coordinator; Assistant Director, St. Paul, MN
• Oversaw multiple divisions of DEED to ensure compliance.
• Influenced policy changes increasing accountability.
• Developed curriculum and orchestrated staff training.
• Piloted a monthly newsletter program to support staff needs. • Maintained a high level of efficiency in processing contracts.
Accounting Officer, St. Paul, MN
• Maintained compliance for all divisions in the Department of Administration.
• Reduced the yearly cost of office equipment contract through successful
negotiations.
• Supported 20+ Directors and Staff in procurement of funds.
Administrative Assistant to Director of Special Education, Forest Lake , MN
• Effectivelymulti-taskedtheneedsofboththeDirectorandAssistantDirector.
• Aided 100+ teachers and staff members' purchases and needs.
• Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner.
• Generated records in compliance with Federal/State reporting .
• Coordinated the Home school Program.
• Redesigned website, logo, and newsletter providing a more concise message.
Founder, CEO, St. Paul, MN
• Established a successful part-time event planning, management, and equipment rental company.
• Invented and produced creative new games for events.
• Initiatedanewbusinessapproachtoeventcontractswhichledtonewclients
and exceeding targeted sales goals.
Education
• Business Administration Studies
• Certified Medical Assistant
• Federal Emergency Management Agency Course
Leadership and Volunteer
• Clerical Union President and Vice President
• PTA President and Vice President
• 15+ Years Volunteer Youth Athletic Coach- boys and girls
• 10+ Years Girl Scouts of America Volunteer and Troop Leader
Hobbies
• Creative Woodworking: Carving, Lathe, CO2 Laser Engraving/Cutting. • Outdoor Activities: Bicycling, Hiking, Cross Country Skiing.
