Cindy Tan

Event Assistant @Columbia Maison Française

NY, US

Provide comprehensive administrative support to faculty, staff, and students, serving as the first point of contact for inquiries and efficiently managing office operations• Coordinate complex calendars, arrange meetings, and organize travel arrangements for faculty, visiting scholars, bureaucrats, and filmmakers • Orchestrated seamless audio-visual setup for 10+ academic functions, managing equipment installation and testing for audiences of up to 300 attendees, resulting in zero technical disruptions • Manage office supplies inventory, monitor equipment functionality, and liaise with facilities and IT teams to ensure a smooth working environment• Spearheaded pre- and post-event cleanup processes for 10+ academic gatherings, implementing a systematic checklist approach that reduced setup and teardown times by 25% • Support event planning and logistics for academic programs, including managing registrations, coordinating with speakers, and arranging necessary materials• Maintain and update the master contact list and website, ensuring accurate and timely information for visitors, students, and faculty

Columbia | SIPA

Master's degree

National University of Singapore

Geography

UCSB Department of Earth Science

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Osaka University

Geochemistry