YVONNE SMYER
Los Angeles (Relocating)
Summary
Accomplished Executive Assistant with over 13 years supporting C-suite executives. Expertise in managing complex calendars, coordinating travel logistics, and facilitating executive communications. Proven ability to plan impactful events and enhance organizational efficiency through strong relationship-building.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Green Thumb Industries
Chicago
09.2025 - 02.2026
- Served as strategic partner to CEO, optimizing high-volume calendars and executive communications for seamless operations.
- Acted as liaison between CEO, board members, investors, senior leadership, and external partners.
- Coordinated complex domestic and international travel arrangements, ensuring timely and comfortable travel for executive engagements.
- Planned and executed executive-level events and leadership offsites for internal and external stakeholders.
- Led strategic gifting initiatives for clients and partners, creating personalized experiences that reinforced brand values.
- Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive company personnel and strategic information.
Executive Assistant (Healthcare & Data Centers)
JLL, Work Dynamics
Chicago
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Supported executives through rapid growth phases in healthcare and data center portfolios, ensuring seamless operations.
- Coordinated multi-city travel and developed executive-level reports, presentations, and meeting materials to facilitate decision-making.
- Managed high-volume calendars spanning four international time zones (North America, Europe, Middle East, Asia).
- Served as liaison between leadership and cross-functional teams, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
Social Impact & Media Relations Specialist
iHeartMedia — iHeartIMPACT
Sarasota / Tampa Bay
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Promoted to social impact team, leading development of national corporate–nonprofit partnerships that expanded outreach and resource sharing.
- Executed client-focused social impact and media initiatives, enhancing community engagement and brand visibility.
- Drove 40% increase in new business during first two quarters through relationship-driven management.
Personal Executive Assistant to CEO
BreakBeat Creatives → 18 Bridges Media
Chicago
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Facilitated company transformation and startup launch as CEO's trusted advisor.
- Developed pitch decks and briefing documents to support CEO's strategic initiatives.
- Coordinated calendar, inbox, travel, bookkeeping, and invoicing to streamline executive operations.
Personal Assistant / Production Assistant
AlbreannaFindMe
Los Angeles
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Facilitated production operations and supported creative talent for HBO Max episodic series pilot.
- Coordinated on-set logistics, hospitality, scheduling, and press support to ensure seamless production.
- Managed daily schedules and appointments for executives.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and itineraries for business trips.
- Drafted and edited correspondence and reports for team communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Business Management
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05.2016
Skills
- C-suite and executive support
- Calendar management
- Travel coordination
- Event planning
- Expense management
- Confidentiality and discretion
Websites
Tools And Platforms
- Microsoft 365
- Google Workspace
- Slack
- Workday
- PeopleSoft
- Zoom
- DocuSign
- Concur
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Green Thumb Industries
09.2025 - 02.2026
Executive Assistant (Healthcare & Data Centers)
JLL, Work Dynamics
06.2024 - 09.2025
Social Impact & Media Relations Specialist
iHeartMedia — iHeartIMPACT
02.2021 - 01.2023
Personal Executive Assistant to CEO
BreakBeat Creatives → 18 Bridges Media
11.2019 - 01.2021
Personal Assistant / Production Assistant
AlbreannaFindMe
06.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Business Management
Metropolitan State University of Denver