Michelle Morehouse
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Resourceful and motivated Senior Executive Assistant driven by special projects, group travel/event planning, and vendor management. Skilled at creating positive and engaging experiences, promoting a collaborative teamwork culture, consistently building, maintaining and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and offering a track record of success in managing dynamic, fast-paced environments, both in-office and remote, to ensure smooth operations across all levels of the organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Executive Assistant, Engineering
Elasticsearch Inc.
09.2021 - Current
- Ongoing partnership with Workplace overseeing the Vancouver coworking space, including access/onboarding of new hires and organizing local team/cluster events.
- Executive calendar management for GVP/VP/CISO, including research and pre-planning of complex and frequently changing travel arrangements.
- Coordinate agendas, presenters, and materials for executive and leadership team meetings.
- Capture/execute/follow up on action items from weekly staff meetings.
- Cross-team communications and management of internal email distribution lists.
- Full coordination of various team events, both on/offsite.
- Managing multiple monthly Engineering Recognition Award programs.
- Process monthly expense reports for executive team.
Executive Assistant to CEO + CSO | Office Manager
CmdWatch Security, Inc. (acquired By Elastic)
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed the CEO + CSO's executive office, calendar, and travel arrangements.
- Partnered with HR + operations manager to onboard new employees.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers, including swag and other company assets.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing the best terms for the company's needs and budget constraints.
- Created/implemented a new onboarding process to ensure new employees felt supported from day one.
- Monitored levels of office supplies/restocked inventory to prevent stock shortages.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Executive Assistant to the President (Contract)
Scanline VFX
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Acted as a liaison between the President's office and internal/external departments.
- Collaborated with senior management and technical teams to ensure efficient on-set operations.
- Managed complex production calendars and scheduled global appointments and meetings.
- Oversaw daily operations for travel, facilities, and social media/marketing.
- Supervised studio staff to ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks.
- Negotiated with vendors for favourable pricing and contract terms.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer
Zymeworks Inc.
07.2017 - 11.2018
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas, and travel arrangements for meetings and events.
- Prepared documents and presentations for the CFO and board members.
- Organized conferences and roadshows for the CFO and executive team.
- Updated and maintained a comprehensive contacts database relevant to the CFO's professional network, ensuring easy access to essential information.
Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
Sears Canada Inc.
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Coordinated domestic and international travel arrangements for the CEO
- Managed complex calendar schedules and administrative functions
- Responded to emails and correspondence to enhance business processes
- Documented internal and client meetings to update the CEO and Executive Chairman on business needs.
Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
Kit And Ace Designs
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Managed the CEO's calendar and prepared meeting agendas and materials
- Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks to increase productivity
- Coordinated cross-team meetings and documented minutes for senior management.
Executive Assistant to President and CEO
Cayden Resources Ltd.
02.2012 - 09.2015
- Managed complex calendars and administrative functions for executives
- Prepared documentation for board and senior leadership meetings
- Handled logistics, catering, and travel arrangements for events and meetings
- Managed external contacts and coordinated special projects for the Board and Audit Committees.
Education
Leadership And Management
UBC Sauder School of Business
Vancouver, BC2018
Theatre Arts
Langara College
Vancouver, BC2000
Skills
- Executive Office Management
- Project/Event Management
- Vendor/Contract negotiations
- Organizational Leadership
- Stakeholder Relations
- Employee Engagement Strategies
Timeline
Senior Executive Assistant, Engineering
Elasticsearch Inc.
09.2021 - Current
Executive Assistant to CEO + CSO | Office Manager
CmdWatch Security, Inc. (acquired By Elastic)
08.2020 - 09.2021
Executive Assistant to the President (Contract)
Scanline VFX
11.2018 - 10.2019
Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer
Zymeworks Inc.
07.2017 - 11.2018
Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
Sears Canada Inc.
11.2016 - 06.2017
Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
Kit And Ace Designs
10.2015 - 03.2016
Executive Assistant to President and CEO
Cayden Resources Ltd.
02.2012 - 09.2015
Leadership And Management
UBC Sauder School of Business
Theatre Arts
Langara College
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