1. TINA M. DEFELICE
119 Andrew St., Hamilton, NJ 08610 | (856) 265-6538 | tmdefelice@yahoo.com | www.linkedin.com/in/tinadefelice
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
PR O F E S S I O N A L EX P E R I E N C E
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY, Princeton, NJ 10/2015-Present
Executive & Faculty Assistant, Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology (Long Term Temporary)
Assist with faculty/student appointment scheduling.
Work with Department Manager on special projects including new faculty search and annual salary review
process
Utilize Web Access Scheduling System, SharePoint, Concur, Blackboard, MS Office
RECIPROCAL MANAGEMENT CORPORATION, Princeton, NJ 4/2010 – 1/2015
Executive Administrative & Personal Assistant to the President & Co-Founder
Supported executive in arranging and monitoring extensive domestic and international travel, calendars, and
finances in both personal and professional realms.
Coordinated business and personal calendars to optimize time within the office and to accurately manage remote
meetings and teleconferences across multiple time zones.
Managed multiple personal properties (domestic and international) to ensure proper maintenance and financial
responsibilities.
Key Accomplishments:
Implemented procedures to streamlined travel coordination, resulting in a higher rate of productivity.
Delivered high quality customer service to business partners and the President’s personal colleagues while
following up on inquiries and overseeing schedule changes.
PRESS BEYOND EQUINE MASSAGE THERAPY 6/2004 - 6/2010
Certified Equine Massage Therapist/Sole Proprietor
Responsible for therapeutic services, advertising and promotional efforts to include website maintenance, and
client relations.
Developed and taught clinical programs to 4H clubs and private groups.
COSMETIC ESSENCE, LLC, Holmdel, NJ 10/2008 – 8/2009
Executive Assistant to the President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Oversaw administrative operations and communications for the executive office at a cosmetic manufacturer.
Collaborated with up to six Vice Presidents and multiple external partners to organize meetings and travel.
Prepared expense reports while maintaining compliance with all internal policies.
Key Accomplishments:
Streamlined communications through the executive office while increasing client satisfaction by screening
incoming inquiries and consistently following up on requests.
Effectively scheduled remote work, securing travel arrangements that reduced overall expenses and maximized
meeting and networking time.
Recognized for accurately managing complex calendars across multiple executive leaders.
ASCENDIA BRANDS CO., INC., Hamilton, NJ 6/2006 – 10/2008
Administrative Services Coordinator (7/2007 – 10/2008) | Executive Assistant to the CEO/Chairman (6/2006 – 7/2007)
Headed day-to-day administrative operations for a 65-member corporate headquarters, directly supporting the
President & CEO and the Vice President of HR.
Monitored employee benefits, including enrollment, billing, calculations of premiums, and submission of
documents to vendors; managed new employee on-boarding and maintained confidential employee files.
Responsible for accurate and timely processing of payroll for 100+ employee factory.
Key Accomplishments:
Recognized for exceptional leadership ability, administrative expertise, and attention to detail with a promotion
to Administrative Services Coordinator.
Served as a primary liaison during an office relocation, including laying out the space and securing vendors.
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INTERPOOL, INC., Princeton, NJ 1/2003 – 6/2006
Executive Assistant to the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Directed the administrative operations of EVP and executive team and their direct reports, including several
international managers.
Managed accounts payable and receivable, including reviewing vendor invoices and expense reporting.
Collaborated with the Chief Financial Officer and General Counsel to monitor adherence with complex state,
federal, and international regulations.
Key Accomplishments:
Generated cost savings by accurately calculating foreign currency rates of exchange and diligently monitoring
expense and reimbursement reports.
Successfully arranged complex international travel for employees to attend quarterly board meetings, ensuring
smooth logistics for lodging, meeting agendas, and reservations.
DELAWARE VALLEY HEALTHCARE COUNCIL, Philadelphia, PA 6/2002 – 1/2003
Assistant to the President (Long Term Temporary)
Managed executive office operations, from directing client inquiries and serving as a liaison to the Board of
Directors, to planning Board meetings and coordinating executive schedules.
Facilitated both in-house and off-site quarterly meetings for the Board of Directors, fostering relationships with
Board Members and C-Level executives from member organizations.
Key Accomplishments:
Directly supervised a team of up to three administrative support staff, monitoring workflows and coaching staff
towards streamlining operations.
Recognized for organizing an exceptional annual membership meeting, serving 100 participants that included a
State Senator and gubernatorial candidate.
ZA CONSULTING, LLC, Jenkintown, PA 6/1998 – 3/2002
Administrative Assistant
Supported office operations for seven directors and two Managing Directors/Owners at a consulting company in
the healthcare industry.
Coordinated community and corporate events for up to 20 managers, including travel arrangements, guest
speakers, and presentations.
Drafted and edited written correspondence to clients, executive leaders, and national publications.
Monitored financial transactions and reconciled payments with budgets and projections.
Key Accomplishments:
Secured over 110 volunteers for involvement in national fundraising efforts, improving company culture with
philanthropic opportunities.
Generated $75,000 in increased revenue after identifying outstanding payments and recovering funds.
Previous positions include Office Manager for Viewpoint Consulting, Inc., Assistant to Directors of Operations for Allegheny
Integrated Health Group, and Assistant to the President for Founders Healthcare, Inc., Legal Secretary.
ED U C A T I O N & C E R T I F I C A T I O N
Coursework, Business, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Diploma, Willingboro High School, Willingboro, NJ
Concentration in Business / Secretarial Studies
Notary Public Certification, State of New Jersey