Yvette Neuman
@yvetteneuman
Experienced Executive Assistant with a strong background in operations.
What I'm looking for
I am an Executive Assistant and Operations Lead with over 15 years of experience supporting C-level leaders in luxury real estate, design, and hospitality. My career has been marked by my role as the right hand to a boutique NYC developer, where I oversaw complex renovations, managed vendor relations, and ensured exceptional guest care. My expertise in calendar management, logistics, procurement, and high-touch client communication has allowed me to thrive in fast-paced environments.
Throughout my career, I have directed over 15 historic property renovations, significantly improved guest experiences, and managed procurement for over 1,500 antiques, all while reducing costs and delays. As the Founder and Creative Director of YFarm, I designed and delivered over 200 plant installations for luxury clients, cultivating long-term partnerships that increased repeat orders. My commitment to excellence and adaptability has consistently driven successful outcomes in every project I undertake.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Executive Assistant & Operations
The Little Red House LLC
Sep 2015 - Mar 2025 (9 years 6 months)
Directed over 15 historic property renovations, managing construction crews and ensuring timely execution under budget. Built and managed Airbnb listings, coordinated guest experience, and improved 5-star reviews by 40% within 12 months.
Founder & Creative Director
YFarm
Jan 2011 - Nov 2023 (12 years 10 months)
Designed and delivered over 200 plant installations for luxury clients including ABC Carpet & Home and The Butcher’s Daughter. Cultivated 15+ long-term partnerships with designers and florists, increasing repeat orders by 40% through strategic collaboration.
Event Hospitality Associate
The Standard Hotel
Nov 2018 - Jun 2020 (1 year 7 months)
Delivered discreet, high-touch service for over 30 high-profile events at venues including Boom Boom Room and Le Bain. Interfaced with VIP clients and celebrities, ensuring guest needs were met with professionalism and discretion.
Store Manager
Les Atelier Courbet
Jul 2013 - Jan 2014 (6 months)
Appointed as the first showroom manager, supporting pre-launch setup, sourcing 20+ artisan profiles, and opening the store on time. Trained a 5-person team in luxury retail standards and increased monthly revenue by 20% through client-focused sales performance.
Sales Associate
Cassina
Jul 2010 - Jan 2012 (1 year 6 months)
Guided over 100 clients on high-end furniture solutions, contributing to over $500,000 in annual sales. Created custom AutoCAD product adaptations and provided merchandising and post-sale support to reduce errors by 15%.
Showroom Manager & Sales Consultant
Dune INC & Dune Living at ABC Carpet
Jun 2006 - Jun 2010 (4 years)
Promoted to manager within 12 months, leading a 15-person sales and logistics team during the NYC showroom launch. Created over 200 tear sheets using AutoCAD and sourced textiles from 100+ vendors for custom builds.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Stern College & Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fine Arts
Studied at Stern College and the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, NY. Focused on a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
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