Emily Chen
San Francisco
Summary
Operationally driven professional with 3+ years supporting high-net-worth investors and ex-founders in high-trust, self-directed environments. Proven ability to manage complex logistics, coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, and execute high-impact initiatives with minimal oversight. Seeking to transition into a COO role at an early-stage startup, bringing strong execution, discretion, and systems-thinking to scale operations from 0→1.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant / Estate Manager
Tech/Crypto Angel Investor Joshua Seims
San Francisco, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of a high-value private residence, ensuring seamless execution across all household functions
- Managed vendors, service providers, and maintenance to uphold luxury standards
- Coordinated complex international travel and scheduling across personal and professional priorities
- Planned and executed private events and curated experiences for high-net-worth individuals
- Handled sensitive personal and financial matters with a high level of discretion
- Streamlined operational workflows and acted as a central point of coordination across stakeholders
Executive / Personal Assistant
Tech/Crypto Angel Investor David Dacus
Beverly Hills, CA
05.2023 - 07.2025
- Act as a right-hand operator to a crypto-focused angel investor, managing daily operations, scheduling, and strategic priorities
- Coordinate end-to-end logistics across travel, meetings, and events involving high-net-worth individuals and founders
- Plan and execute private events and networking experiences, including guest curation, vendor coordination, and on-site management
- Maintain high-level discretion and trust while handling sensitive financial, personal, and business matters
- Optimize workflows and communications to improve efficiency across personal and investment-related activities
- Serve as a central point of coordination between the investor and external stakeholders (founders, partners, service providers)
Research Assistant
Glaucoma / Medical Innovation
Beverly Hills, CA
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Supported development and commercialization of patented excimer laser trabeculostomy technology
- Managed cross-functional communication between physicians, legal teams, and external collaborators
- Became primary point of contact for partner physicians and legal stakeholders
- Assisted in pipeline development and promotion strategies for new medical technologies
- Coordinated national and international travel logistics for conferences, presentations, and industry events
- Contributed to operational organization of a fast-moving clinical and research environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Emory University
Atlanta05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Emory University
Atlanta, GA05-2017
Skills
- Operations & Execution
- Strategic Coordination
- Event Planning & High-Touch Experiences
- Stakeholder Management
- Travel & Logistics (Complex, International)
- Founder / Executive Support
- Process Optimization
- Discretion & Confidentiality
- Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Lightroom)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Chinese (Cantonese)
Limited Working
Interests
AI, Crypto, Luxury / Fashion, Travel, Emerging Tech
Timeline
Executive Assistant / Estate Manager
Tech/Crypto Angel Investor Joshua Seims
10.2025 - Current
Executive / Personal Assistant
Tech/Crypto Angel Investor David Dacus
05.2023 - 07.2025
Research Assistant
Glaucoma / Medical Innovation
11.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Emory University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Emory University
Publications
Nguyen, A., Simon, B., Doan, R., Chen, E., Lamrani, R., Shakibkhou, J., & Berlin, M. S. (2022). Advances in excimer laser trabeculostomy within the landscape of minimally-invasive glaucoma surgery. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 11(12), 3492. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm11123492