1. KATIE E. O’BRIEN
 3527 Dins more Ca s tle Drive ▪ Columbus , OH 43221  614.980.5050  k.e .obrie n13@gma il.com
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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional, offering extensive experience across diverse sectors
including; customer service, sales, marketing, branding, American and international politics. Adept at
accomplishing duties, including providing effective recommendations to executives on all matters relative
to the coordination, integration, and synchronization of organizational activities.
 QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
 Articulate verbal communicator with vast experience writing executive briefs, press releases, marketing
materials, brands and speeches; proficient in Spanish language, with knowledge of German.
 Expert at maintaining enquiries, schedule and calendar, and in coordinating meeting or travel plans.
 Known for exercising discretion and maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
 Proficient with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Publisher.
 Easily able to comprehend complex industries. Equipped with experience traveling across numerous US
states, and more than eleven foreign countries.
 CAREER OVERVIEW
Executive Support
 Streamlined operational processes through time keeping software and project timelines to administer
operational objectives, improve productivity, client service, overall performance and generate revenue
savings.
 Provided vital advice and support on a complex portfolio of work to executives.
 Adeptly learned financial management matters, including regular financial meetings, creation of reports,
accounts receivable, accounts payable and use of QuickBooks.
 Organized and represented employers on high-profile, well attended, events such as meetings,
private functions, visits, charity and fundraising work, dinners, travel and trips.
Communication and Collaboration
 Develop and maintain professional relationships with stakeholders in local businesses, government,
members of Parliament, lobby groups, constituents, vulnerable people, community partnerships, and
charities.
 Served as the primary point of contact for the general public, media outlets and professional contacts.
 Made substantial contributions as a competent public speaker in boardrooms, political events and
community meetings.
 Provided speeches, presentations, briefs and support during debates, meetings and events.
 Drafted and released comments and quotes on behalf of politicians, executives and client accounts.
Leadership and Team Building
 Worked as a team manager in political, sales and marketing positions, conducting recruitment and
training, of community members, interns and professionals, for the creation of successfully
functioning, multi-tiered teams.
 Strengthened interpersonal relationships and workplace culture by organizing team building and
social activities.
Research and Data Analysis
 Directed, edited and scrutinized multiple research projects, to discover differentiation and product
positioning.
 Presented and assessed research on a broad range of topics and strategies.
Project and Program Management
 Managed all projects, deadlines and traffic in a busy branding agency.
 Pioneered and implemented Agency project and program timelines.

2. KATIE E. O’BRIEN
 3527 Dins more Ca s tle Drive ▪ Columbus , OH 43221  614.980.5050  k.e .obrie n13@gma il.com
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 Implemented and managed team through project (Basecamp) and timing software (Quickbooks,)
provided weekly reports to the executive.
 Assumed full responsibility for the commission of the website and subsequent management on
WordPress of political employer’s press strategy and social media sites.
Administrative Management
 Demonstrated adeptness and experience as an administrative manager in performing office organization,
data entry, filing, and other operational systems.
 Dealt with all daily electronic and physical correspondence, phone calls and guests.
Account and Client Service Management
 Commendable leadership of several key client accounts at the marketing and branding firm.
 Displayed excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills to achieve customer
satisfaction.
 WORK HISTORY
LEVEL 1 BAR + ARCADE ▪ WORTHINGTON, OH
Bartender 2015 - Present
CIRCONE + ASSOCIATES ▪ COLUMBUS, OH
Executive Assistant and Project Manager 2013 - 2016
CHEPRI ▪ WORTHINGTON, OH
Executive Assistant 2016
DEMPSEY’S FOOD & SPIRITS ▪ COLUMBUS, OH
Shift Manager and Bartender 2014 - 2015
JOE BEHR HEATING AND PLUMBING ▪ LEXINGTON, OH
Administrative Assistant 2013
ORGANIZING FOR AMERICA – OHIO ▪ MEDINA, OH
Field Organizer 2012
NATIONAL ASSEMBLY FOR WALES ▪ CARDIFF, WALES, UNITED KINGDOM
Executive Assistant / Project Manager - Office of Jeff Cuthbert AM 2009−2012
Executive Assistant - Office of Rosemary Butler AM 2009
KROGER COMPANY ▪ ATHENS, OH
Bagger | Cashier | Grocery 2006−2008
OHIO UNIVERSITY AQUATIC CENTER ▪ ATHENS, OH
Receptionist | Lifeguard 2004−2006
 INTERNSHIPS
 Office of Huw Lewis AM ▪ Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom (2008)
 Assembly Labour Group Office / Welsh Labour Party ▪ Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom (2008)
 EDUCATION
Managing (Business) Finance I - A/Excellent (2012) - CARDIFF UNIVERSITY ▪ CARDIFF, WALES, UK
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Pre-Law, Minor in English (2008) - OHIO UNIVERSITY ▪ATHENS, OH
Ohio-Leipzig European Center Study-Abroad Program (Summer 2007)
 AFFILIATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
 British Labour Party – Member (2009−2012)
 Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science Honors Society)
 Relay for Life – Team Leader
 Various Charities - Fundraiser | Donor