Christine Phillips

Senior Executive Assistant to President & Country Manager, Visa Canada @Visa

Toronto, ON, CA

Plan, coordinate, and execute logistics for high-profile client and internal events, ensuring seamless delivery- Proactively manage complex calendars, resolving conflicts and maintaining a forward planner for business and personal engagements- Serve as the primary liaison for the President & Country Manager of Canada, acting as a trusted problem solver and facilitator- Draft professional email communications and create polished PowerPoint presentations for executive use- Oversee vendor negotiations, manage the executive budget, and track open issues to ensure timely resolution- Collaborate with the Strategy & Operations team on critical ad hoc projects to align with organizational priorities- Organize key leadership meetings, including preparing agendas and ensuring follow-up on commitments- Coordinate complex international travel arrangements, including itineraries, visas, and logistics- Mentor and guide Executive Assistants across the Canadian office, fostering professional growth and collaboration- Manage electronic filing, expense reporting, and record-keeping systems for efficient administration- Lead the organization of staff events, such as all-staff meetings and bi-annual reviews, to promote engagement- Support high-level meetings and events involving multiple stakeholders and organizations- Assist with financial processes, including purchase card transactions and occasional purchase orders.

Norwich District High School

High School