Lewis Bala
@lewisbala
Proactive Virtual Assistant improving executive productivity through efficient scheduling, onboarding, and confidential client communication.
What I'm looking for
I’m an organized, proactive Virtual Assistant with 3+ years of experience supporting executives and teams across technology and corporate sectors. I focus on confidentiality, reliable execution, and measurable productivity gains.
In my remote roles, I’ve managed complex calendars and travel, coordinating 200+ meetings per month across multiple time zones. I reduced scheduling conflicts by 85% and kept communication flowing with high-quality client support in German and English.
I streamline operations with practical workflows: I implemented a standardized client onboarding workflow, cutting onboarding time from 6 days to 48 hours. I also handled email triage and prioritization, decreasing executive inbox volume by 60% and improving response SLAs to under 24 hours.
I support financial operations and stakeholder coordination by handling billing and invoicing using Stripe and QuickBooks, improving accuracy and reducing overdue invoices by 40%. I also maintain CRM records (Salesforce) for outreach, improving contact accuracy by 30% and helping enable faster decision cycles through prepared briefing materials.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Virtual Assistant
Efficientva
Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Managed calendars and travel for 6-level clients, coordinating 200+ meetings per month across multiple time zones and reducing scheduling conflicts by 85%. Implemented an onboarding workflow, handled email triage, and supported billing/invoicing using Stripe and QuickBooks.
Executive Assistant
Upwork
Oct 2024 - Feb 2026 (1 year 4 months)
Provided direct support to an AVP and two directors by managing complex calendars, travel logistics, and confidential documentation. Coordinated cross-functional meetings and maintained Salesforce CRM records to improve contact accuracy by 30%, contributing to a 25% faster decision cycle for strategic initiatives.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health
2023 - 2026
B.S. in Environmental Health (2023–2026), with a concentration in organizational management and business communication. Coursework included project management, accounting, and intercultural communication.
ALXAFRICA
Certificate in Virtual Assistant, Virtual Assistant
Completed a Certificate in Virtual Assistant program in 2026.
Tech stack
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