Joey Kaplan

I’m an organized, proactive, and detail-driven professional with over a decade of experience supporting executives, managing operations, and producing high-profile events. My career spans executive assistance, office management, marketing, and stakeholder engagement across industries from biotech to venture capital. I excel at streamlining operations, coordinating complex projects, and building trusted relationships with leadership teams, boards, and external partners. Known as a reliable “force multiplier,” I thrive in fast-paced environments where precision, discretion, and adaptability are essential.

Extensive experience as an executive assistant, office manager, and operations leader, supporting C-suite executives and managing complex organizational needs.

Heretic Ventures – Executive Assistant & Office Manager (2023–Present)
Supports the Managing Director/CEO with high-level calendar management, travel coordination (including private flights), board communications, and event planning. Oversees office operations, onboarding, and vendor relations, ensuring smooth daily workflow.

Cofactor Genomics – Director of Staff & Executive Assistant to the CEO (2017–2023)
Managed executive schedules, board relations, company retreats, and office relocations/closures. Contributed to marketing efforts by writing press releases, managing the company’s web presence, and producing newsletters. Coordinated clinical trial communications and events across 24 sites.

Stern Grove Festival Association – Development Manager, Community Affairs Manager, Volunteer Coordinator (2012–2017)
Directed fundraising efforts, managed donor relations, coordinated large-scale events, and strengthened community and political partnerships. Oversaw board meetings and governance processes.

Earlier Roles – Held positions in events coordination, box office management, and program assistance with organizations including JVS, Yoshi’s Jazz Club, and the Mill Valley Film Festival.

UCLA, graduated 2009 with a BA

Major: Geography

Minor: Music History