Yasmin B.

About Yasmin B.

Providing comprehensive and confidential administrative support to C-level and executive leaders. Whether challenged to turn chaos into clarity, identify issues and initiate follow-up action, and/or prioritize, manage, and complete the ever-changing, high-demands of executive staff, I have consistently exceeded expectations, and delivered the leadership necessary to keep office operations running smoothly.Highlights of my accomplishments include—Championed the negotiation of a discounted room rate with local hotels—Sheraton, Beverly Heritage, and Hyatt Place, securing a 30% reduction for a 12-month period on behalf of NXP Semiconductors, and partnering with internal procurement department to execute contract—Recognized as a team player, and an effective administrator to traveling executives at NXP Semiconductor, preparing arrangements well in advance, and providing on-call assistance outside of normal working hours. —Provided oversight and management of a small office at Connexus Corporation, while delivering personal and administrative support to CEO, managing the effective operations of office equipment, vendors, and supplies for ~100 employees—Planned and prepared quarterly Board meeting logistics and materials in U.S. and global locations for Tele Atlas North America Inc, ensuring a smooth operation for Board members and executives.Recognized as a top performer, I am committed to delivering high-quality support, and ensuring that my executives receive the assistance they need to meet business goals.Areas of Expertise Include—Executive Calendaring & Scheduling—Corporate Events & On- and Off-Site Meeting Management—Travel Arrangements & Coordination—Expense Report Management—Internal Communications & Correspondence—Records & Document Management—Administrative & Office Management—Vendor Relations & Management

Experience

1. Executive Assistant

   NXP Semiconductors

   Sep 2010 — Present

   Deliver high-level, 24/7 administrative support to SVP of Sales & Marketing Americas, SVP of Sales & Marketing Automotive, and VP of Operations—and their teams. Prepare, manage, and execute all administrative activities and special projects including calendaring and scheduling, travel management, and event & meeting management. Manage event logistics, budgets of $25k to $35k, and third-party vendors.Select Accomplishments: —Secured a 30% room rate reduction at local hotels for a 12-month period, and partnered with internal procurement department to execute contract, championing negotiations with room and banquet managers at several local hotels in San Jose—Coordinated executive and senior leaders’ calendars, and managed meeting schedules across 3 time zones, partnering with other executive assistants, identifying conference rooms, and ordering catering services. —Saved a significant amount of money on travel expenses, identifying a travel agent that booked business class tickets (to/from Europe and Asia) at prices less than the company-designated travel agency. —Designated as Town Hall Coordinator, championing the management and logistics planning for the quarterly, off-site All-Hands meetings for ~250 San Jose site employees—Managed the communications, request process, and execution of suite tickets to the SAP Center at San Jose, partnering with SVP of Sales in decision making, as needed—Recognized as a team player, and an efficient and effective administrator to traveling executives, ensuring all arrangements are made well in advance and providing assistance outside of normal working hours. —Honored with multiple peer recognition awards, championing the planning and execution of Americas Sales, San Jose All-Hands, and holiday events.

Education

• James Logan High School

  Diploma

  1985 — 1989