Stephanie Serrano
@stephanieserrano
Strategic executive assistant with 8+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic and solution-oriented Executive Assistant with over 8 years of experience supporting C-level leaders and high-impact teams across various sectors, including startups, nonprofits, and public organizations. My expertise lies in streamlining operations, managing confidential correspondence, and ensuring that executives remain aligned with their top priorities. I am known for my ability to balance precision with adaptability, building trust quickly, and driving clarity in fast-moving, cross-functional environments.
In my most recent role as Executive Assistant and Operations Manager at ZUMA International Education, I successfully managed calendars across three global time zones, reducing scheduling conflicts by 50%. I redesigned internal systems for onboarding and reporting, which streamlined documentation and reduced administrative overhead by 30%. My proactive approach to communication and logistics has led to a 98% on-time success rate for travel coordination, and I developed an automated data merge system that saved over 10 hours per month in manual reporting.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to enhancing team collaboration and operational efficiency. My experience as an ENL Program Coordinator at the NYC Department of Education allowed me to build performance tracking systems that ensured 100% audit-readiness while increasing transparency. I thrive in environments where I can leverage my skills in strategic prioritization, relationship building, and anticipatory thinking to support executive leaders and drive organizational success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Executive Assistant & Operations Manager
ZUMA International Education
Jan 2016 - Apr 2024 (8 years 3 months)
Supported the CEO of a global education company by managing executive priorities, enhancing team collaboration, and streamlining operations. Achieved a 50% reduction in scheduling conflicts and improved admin efficiency by 30% through redesigned internal systems. Coordinated travel with a 98% success rate and developed automated reporting systems, saving significant time.
ENL Program Coordinator
NYC Department of Education
Jan 2012 - Jan 2016 (4 years)
Delivered operational support for multilingual learners in the largest public school system in the U.S. Organized professional development workshops, built compliance systems, and improved stakeholder access by implementing efficient document workflows. Acted as a liaison to align communication and manage expectations among leadership and educators.
Executive Assistant
TGI Office Automation
Jan 2011 - Jan 2012 (1 year)
Supported VP-level executives in a B2B technology firm by managing calendars, expense reports, and executive meetings. Improved response times by 40% and ensured 100% accuracy in budget reconciliation. Developed performance dashboards and facilitated internal scheduling to align teams with strategic goals.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CUNY - Queens College
Master of Science, Education
Siena College
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
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