Kelly Berkley
Executive Assistant
Professional Overview
Kelly Berkley is an experienced Executive Assistant with a diverse background supporting C-suite executives and high-profile professionals across various industries. Leveraging her exceptional organizational skills, adaptability, and attention to detail, she excels at managing complex schedules, facilitating seamless communication, and enabling the efficiency of senior-level leaders.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Executive Assistant at ABP Capital (2020-12-01 to Present)
- Provides comprehensive administrative support to the executive leadership team, including scheduling, travel coordination, and task management
- Serves as a trusted liaison, fielding inquiries and managing correspondences to ensure timely responses and effective information flow
- Contributes to the optimization of office operations and procedures, implementing process improvements to enhance productivity
Career Progression
Executive Assistant at Family Office, Former Vice Chairman of Goldman Sachs & Opengate Capital (2018-05-01 to 2020-12-01)
- Managed the day-to-day operations and schedules of a prestigious family office, supporting the Former Vice Chairman of Goldman Sachs and Opengate Capital
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities, coordinating complex travel arrangements, event planning, and high-level stakeholder interactions
Executive Assistant To Frank Gehry at Gehry Partners, LLP (2017-12-01 to 2018-04-01)
- Provided dedicated administrative support to the renowned architect, Frank Gehry, ensuring the seamless management of his schedule and projects
Executive Assistant, Asset Management at Watt Companies (2016-09-01 to 2017-12-01)
- Assisted the Asset Management team in managing daily operations, including project coordination, data analysis, and client communication
Chief of Staff at Dun & Bradstreet Credibility Corp. (Acquired by Dun & Bradstreet) (2012-06-01 to 2015-11-01)
- Served as the Chief of Staff, driving strategic initiatives and overseeing special projects to support the company's growth and operations
Academic Background
- Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Business and Communications from Arizona State University (2002-2005)
- Coursework in Business from Southern Methodist University (2001-2002)
- Completed the Spanish Arts and Culture Program in The Arts, Travel and Regional Exploration from The Experiment in International Living
- Completed coursework in Real Estate Development and Real Estate Finance from the University of California, Los Angeles (2016)
Areas of Expertise
- Executive and administrative support
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Travel coordination and expense reporting
- Project management and task prioritization
- Stakeholder communication and liaison
- Office operations and process improvement
Professional Impact
- Facilitated seamless transitions and maintained continuity of operations during leadership changes and organizational restructuring
- Proactively identified and implemented process improvements, streamlining workflows and enhancing overall efficiency
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring effective information flow and timely decision-making
Conclusion
With a proven track record of providing exceptional executive-level support, Kelly Berkley is poised to continue making a significant impact in her current role at ABP Capital. Her versatility, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence make her an invaluable asset to the executive leadership team.