Mary Jo Young

About Mary Jo Young

Accomplished, highly dependable, and creative executive assistant with years of…

Experience

1. Executive Assistant

   Thrivent

   Feb 2021 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

   Provide exceptional administrative support to the SVP, Corporate Controller & Head of FP & A, and the three business divisions reporting up to him. •Lead, create, maintain, and manage numerous documents, reports, communications, newsletters, presentations, surveys, onboarding, and SharePoint site for the three business units.•Extensive calendar management, meeting logistics, project support, and event planning. Accomplishments•Started a new job during a pandemic, new to the industry, working remotely, which challenged me to overcame huge obstacles. Resourceful in seeking out and virtually connecting with subject matters experts, getting up to speed quickly on Thrivent’s systems configured my laptop workstation.•Facilitated and coordinated several large meetings / events throughout the year for three different business units. On site, and off site at both Mpls and Appleton locations. Adding a special touch or theme to each event.•Became a reliable resource for all to leverage on site, or virtual. Improved processes and procedures, simplifying tasks. Create a positive work environment, encouraging others.

Skills

• Detail Oriented
• Self-Directed Learning
• Team Leadership
• Customer Service
• Troubleshooting
• Results Oriented
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Leadership
• Product Development
• Public Speaking
• Global Travel Management
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Integration
• Windows
• Process Improvement
• Interpersonal Skills
• Resourceful
• Embraces Diversity
• Sharepoint
• Team Building
• Project Planning
• Software Documentation
• Executive Calendar Management
• Microsoft Office
• Event Management
• Visio
• Outlook
• Strategic Planning
• Sap Erp
• Creative Solutions
• Quality Assurance