1. REBECCA E. THIES
4842 Larwell Drive * Columbus, Ohio 43220 * 614.719.9705 * RebeccaThies13@gmail.com
Highly organized and detail-oriented Executive Assistant with more than 20 years experience providing thorough
and skilled administrative support to senior executives. I offer strong meeting planning and facilitation skills; the
ability to communicate effectively with all organizational levels, build relationships of trust and enlist the
participation of team members. I thrive in fast-paced multitasking environments; am able to prioritize effectively
to accomplish objectives with creativity, enthusiasm and humor. I am resourceful, flexible and able to adapt to
changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude, promoting team cohesiveness and a strong work ethic.
SKILLS
Executive Support
Business Development
Legal Research
Interpersonal Skills
Supervisory Role
Excellent Communication Skills & Professional
Confidentiality
File Management
Administrative Project Management
Microsoft Office Suite
Facebook Marketing & Social Media
Dictation and Typing 70 wpm
Scheduling
Bookkeeping
QuickBooks
SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
Executive Support, B2B Consulting, Proficient in WordPress, Social Media Management, Google
AdWords Certification, Freshbooks, Team WorkPM, Google Apps, Webmaster Tools, Google Analytics
Preparation of timely, accurate, and comprehensive reports to ensure compliance in filing of all
receivables, expenses, income tax, payroll tax and employee reports.
Organized, detail-oriented self-starter, able to strategically plan and prioritize effectively to accomplish
multiple tasks and stay calm under pressure.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Client Solution Innovations Powell, Ohio 2013 – MARCH 2015
Digital/Online marketing firm. Responsible for daily operations of the business. Managed 7 employees and off-site
programming team. 2014 Employee of the Year.
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
& EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO CEO
KEY RESULTS:
Increased gross receipts by 400% in 24 months. Maintained 50 ongoing projects, while providing
exemplary customer service and generating new business through analytical thinking and creative
problem solving.
Supervised office staff with patience and approachability, while encouraging successes and providing
constructive criticism and guidance when needed.
Administrative Project Management
Skilled communicator; able to maintain cultural sensitivity, establish rapport with members of diverse
groups, and promote team cohesiveness
Professional and detailed preparation, editing and proofreading of correspondence and website content to
guarantee effective communication.
2. Rebecca E. Cook Law Office Chillicothe, Ohio 2005 – 2009
General law practice focusing on probate, real estate, guardianship, landlord/tenant law, and domestic relations.
ATTORNEY
KEY RESULTS:
Successfully advocated on behalf of clients to resolve immediate legal issues in a timely and professional
manner.
Supervised office staff with patience and approachability, while encouraging successes and providing
constructive criticism when needed.
Tracked and compiled confidential client information to maintain a caseload of approximately 50-75
active client files.
Developed an intimate knowledge of the court system and a cohesive, professional, and cordial
relationship with all court personnel, colleagues, and various county/city agencies.
Evaluated client needs and made recommendations or referrals to other agencies in an effort to effectively
and efficiently address client concerns.
Professional and detailed preparation, editing, proofreading and revision of legal memoranda and
correspondence to guarantee compliance with outside agencies, courts, and colleagues to competently
represent my client, myself, and my profession.
Blair & Ater, LLP Chillicothe, Ohio 1995 – 2005
Associate Attorney, 2002 to 2005 Paralegal / Office Mgr. / Payroll, 1995 to 2002
Promoted to Associate Attorney to manage ongoing case files. Increased client caseload and firm income through my
interpersonal skills and expedited client satisfaction. Maintained daily office operations, including client correspondence,
legal memoranda, crisis management, scheduling, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Production of
accurate and timely income/expense reports, payroll tax reports, and all necessary tax reporting requirements. Supervised
office staff, including delegation of duties, time management, specialized training.
Key Results:
Trained office staff to ensure compliance with office policies and procedures as well as legal
requirements.
Gained client trust and increased productivity by applying my transferable skills in my present position.
Expedited client meetings by utilizing time management skills and creative problem solving.
Guaranteed compliance with governmental reporting agencies for all income/expenditures related to the
practice, including all payroll reporting requirements.
EDUCATION
CAPITAL UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL Columbus, Ohio - Juris Doctorate, 2002
OHIO UNIVERSITY — Chillicothe, Ohio - Bachelor's of Specialized Studies, Business Communications, 1998
OHIO UNIVERSITY — Chillicothe, Ohio - Associate, Office Administration Technology, 1995
VOLUNTEERISM & SPECIALIZED TRAINING:
Volunteer Coordinator, CHOICES – Eliminating Domestic Violence
Dress for Success – Empowering disadvantaged women attempting to re-enter the workforce
Amethyst, Inc. – Speaking engagements on addiction awareness and support of funding for treatment
160 Hours Workforce Development Training
Sexual Assault Response Network of Central Ohio – 32 hours Survivor Advocacy/Hotline Training
Choices – Eliminating Domestic Violence – 4 hours Crisis Hotline Training / 2 hours Peer Support Group
CDCA – 20 credit hours toward CDCA licensing (Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant)