Lynda Rannefeld

About Lynda Rannefeld

I’m passionate about creating workplaces where people thrive, leaders are empowered, and operations run seamlessly. Over the past decade, I’ve built a career supporting executives, boards, and global teams across corporate America, blending strategic operations, executive support, and employee experience into results that matter.At Auctane, I serve as Director of Executive Operations, where I partner with the CEO and CHRO to drive high-impact initiatives that span employee engagement, DEI, legal compliance, and facilities management. I lead cross-functional teams to execute everything from executive-level strategy sessions to company-wide culture initiatives like Women of Auctane and Auctane Cares.I also leverage AI tools like Gemini and ChatGPT to streamline executive workflows—preparing meeting agendas, summarizing action items from weekly business reviews, and turning complex data into actionable insights. My work combines a data-driven approach with a people-first mindset, ensuring our teams have clarity, direction, and opportunities to grow.My goal is to continue evolving in roles that intersect employee experience, strategic operations, and executive leadership, helping organizations in Austin and beyond create environments where talent and business outcomes flourish.

Experience

1. Director of Executive Operations

   Auctane

   May 2022 — Present · US

   As Director of Executive Operations and Workplace Experience, I lead enterprise-wide functions that strengthen executive alignment, operational efficiency, and the employee experience across Auctane’s global offices. My role integrates executive support, facilities, and culture under one cohesive strategy that drives organizational performance.Key Responsibilities:Direct and develop all Executive Assistants supporting Auctane’s Executive Leadership Team (ELT) globally.Manage the CEO’s calendar, email, and strategic priorities, optimizing executive focus and cross-functional execution.Assist with coordination of Board materials and weekly ELT meetings, ensuring alignment on key initiatives.Oversee facilities and workplace operations across U.S. and international locations, improving efficiency and cost management.Guide company-wide culture, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and community outreach to support engagement and retention.Key Achievements:Streamlined executive operations, reducing administrative inefficiencies and improving communication flow across the ELT.Implemented a global facilities strategy resulting in cost savings and improved workspace utilization.Increased ERG participation and engagement metrics year-over-year, supporting Auctane’s DEI and culture goals.Created and implemented a global contract administration system, standardizing legal documentation and improving visibility, compliance, and efficiency across all business units.Core Competencies:Executive Operations | Strategic Planning | Global Facilities Management | Board Governance | Operational Efficiency | Workplace Strategy | Leadership Development | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Employee Engagement | Culture & Communications|Generative AI (ChatGPT, Gemini)| Data Analysis & Reporting

Education

• Austin Court Reporting Institute

  Court Reporting, Court Reporting

  1989 — 1991

• Austin Community College

  Business

  1986 — 1989

• Brazosport Community College

  Business Administration and Management, General

  1994 — 1996