Larissa Decarlo

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ABOUT LARISSA DECARLO

Trusted Executive Partner | 25+ Years Supporting C-Level LeadershipI excel at being the strategic right hand that senior executives rely on to drive results, manage complexity, and execute with precision. Throughout my career, I\'ve served as Chief of Staff to multiple C-level executives while simultaneously leading high-impact functions in Communications, Marketing Operations, and Executive Briefing Centers—often managing teams of 5-28 people and facilitating deals worth $100M+.What I bring to executive support: Strategic facilitation: Designed and executed executive briefing strategies that directly contributed to closing $100M+ deals at NetApp and VMware Operational excellence: Built global processes and teams across 8 worldwide centers at VMware; optimized DB2 sales approaches across EMEA countries at IBM—consistently driving efficiency improvements across functions and geographies Stakeholder management: Developed a systematic approach to understanding diverse perspectives—conducting dozens of stakeholder interviews, analyzing feedback by topic frequency, and using verbatim insights to drive alignment; consistently unifying C-level executives, sales teams, and technical experts across complex initiatives Problem-solving under pressure: Recognized with the YWCA TWIN Award for grace under pressure while managing investor relations during challenging market conditionsMy superpower is translating complex information into actionable insights while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and attention to detail. I thrive in fast-paced environments where I can anticipate needs, remove obstacles, and ensure seamless execution.I\'m seeking my next opportunity to serve as an Executive Assistant or Chief of Staff, where I can leverage my proven track record of supporting senior leadership to drive meaningful business outcomes.