David Watson

About David Watson

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in executive support, strategic operations, and leadership across higher education and hospitality sectors. Adept at managing complex schedules, optimizing executive workflows, and fostering productive stakeholder relationships to drive organizational success.Currently transitioning into a Chief of Staff role, I bring a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions, coordinating high-level initiatives, and mentoring teams to achieve operational excellence. My expertise spans strategic planning, project management, event coordination, and cross-functional collaboration, supported by technical proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, Workday, and Adobe Creative Suite.With a background in managing diverse portfolios of responsibilities—from executive search coordination to large-scale event planning and academic development—I excel at streamlining processes, resolving complex challenges, and advancing strategic goals. Recognized for my ability to balance strategic insight with hands-on execution, I am passionate about driving impact through leadership and innovation.As I advance in my career, I aim to step into a Chief of Staff role, leveraging my leadership skills and strategic mindset to create actionable solutions and foster organizational growth

Experience

1. Executive Assistant Iii - Assistant to the Dean

   Texas A&m College Of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts

   Mar 2024 — Present

   Orchestrate complex executive operations for the Dean, including high-velocity calendaring, international/domestic travel, strategic communications, and document workflows—ensuring seamless execution across the College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts.Serve as the Dean’s strategic partner and primary liaison, driving coordination between academic units, university leadership, donors, advisory board members, and industry partners to advance institutional priorities and strengthen high-value relationships.Oversee comprehensive travel and financial operations, managing detailed itineraries, booking logistics, expense reports, reimbursements, and financial reconciliations with full compliance and accuracy.Support executive decision-making through research, data analysis, high-impact communications, presentation development, and confidential document management requiring discretion and independent judgment.Lead administrative oversight of college-wide initiatives, major events, donor engagements, and cross-campus projects—ensuring flawless planning and alignment with strategic goals.Coordinate operations for the PVFA Dean’s Development Council, including agenda development, event planning, and VIP engagement with industry leaders and council members to support strategic initiatives and the continued growth of the College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts.Continuously streamline and modernize administrative processes to improve workflow efficiency, responsiveness, and organizational effectiveness across the Dean’s Office.

Education

• The University of Texas at San Antonio

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

• Tarleton State University

  Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Public Administration

Skills

• Marketing
• Policy Writing
• Nonprofits
• Public Speaking
• Facebook
• Work Ethic
• Organizational Structure
• Time Management
• Interviews
• Entrepreneurship
• Social Media Marketing
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Powerpoint
• Budgets
• Creative Writing
• HR Policies
• Community Outreach
• Business Planning
• Customer Relations
• Entrepreneur
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Team Leadership
• Leadership
• Policy
• Student Loans
• Fundraising
• Management
• Analysis
• Ethics
• Student Engagement
• Event Management
• Public Relations
• Social Media
• Organizational Design
• Networking
• Teamwork
• Team Management
• Advertising
• Alumni Relations