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Sayon Dore

Sayon Dore

Executive Assistant/HR Assistant

Technology / Internet

Washington, D.C., Washington

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About Sayon Dore:

8+ years in business operations, passionate about creating efficient workflows and fostering team collaboration. Skilled in executive support, HR processes, and project management with a focus on problem-solving and organizational excellence.

Experience

Aineko Remote
Executive Assistant; Human Resources Assistant Aug. 2022 – Mar. 2024 

● Provided comprehensive administrative support, including: (1) managing and maintaining multiple

calendars across numerous teams and C-suite executives; (2) coordinating correspondence between executives, employees, and external parties; (3) managing expenses, including drafting expense reports and invoices; and (4) ensuring efficiency and efficacy of operational processes

●  Coordinated and facilitated virtual meetings between executives and external parties

●  Managed teams to ensure timely completion of projects and adherence to deadlines

●  Planned, organized, and successfully executed internal and external events, both remote and in-person

●  Built strong relationships with stakeholders using efficient remote communication systems

Air & Space Forces Association Arlington, VA
Executive Assistant to President and VP Jun. 2022 - Aug. 2022

●  Delivered high-level C-Suite support by coordinating international and domestic travel, preparing expense reports, and completing a wide assortment of tasks as-needed

●  Managed operational calendar, including handling conflicts, sending reminders and follow-ups, taking notes and minutes, preparing agendas, and serving as point of contact for scheduling inquiries

●  Prepared and edited executive communications for internal distribution and public release

●  Effectively managed various employees while overseeing administrative support for senior leadership

●  Fostered strong relationships with stakeholders, maintaining efficient communication and trust

Fast Co Remote
Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer and VP of Partnership Jan. 2022 – Apr. 2022

●  Provided administrative support to C-suite executives in a fully-remote work environment

●  Coordinated travel arrangements for executives and employees

●  Created expense reports, including reviewing documents, checking for compliance, verifying expense

details, updating financial records, and auditing for accuracy

●  Assisted in event planning for offsite conferences and meetings

●  Coordinated virtual meetings, including determining meeting objectives, selecting the appropriate

platform, distributing pre-meeting materials, and facilitating meetings

●  Managed executives’ calendars, prioritizing the most sensitive matters

STRIPT Washington, D.C.
Executive Assistant to the CEO Jan. 2021 – Oct. 2021

●  Acted as point-person and top aide for CEO of start-up company founded during the pandemic

●  Developed and refined various virtual operations in response to changing consumer behaviors

●  Provided customer service, including: (1) ensuring adequate and timely communication between CEO

and customers, suppliers, manufacturers, and employees; (2) responding to customer inquiries; providing product information; (3) handling billing issues; (4) updating and maintaining customer records; (5) managing inventory; and (6) creating relevant content for social media

STRIPT Washington, D.C. (continued) Executive Assistant to the CEO

●  Provided support throughout fulfillment process

●  Trained and managed independent contractors during special sales and events

●  Assisted in planning external initiatives/campaigns and special operation needs

●  Performed general clerical duties, including but not limited to implementing or

●  Maintained e-mails, mail, and other internal or external communication

●  Perform wide array duties as required or assigned

CIBT Washington, D.C. Executive Assistant to the CEO

Jan. 2021 – Oct. 2021

Jan. 2019 – Jan. 2021

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●  Managed schedules and global communications for the CEO and CFO

●  Coordinated large-scale events and meetings, both domestic and international

●  Drafted executive briefings, including monitoring industry trends, handling sensitive confidential

information, providing regulatory and compliance updates, and conducting the underlying research

Tahzoo Washington, D.C.
Executive Assistant to the CEO Jan. 2018 – Jan. 2019

●  Provided administrative support to the CEO and finance team, focusing on calendar management, travel arrangements, and expense management

●  Assisted in creation and upkeep of Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring clarity and accessibility

Talener Arlington, VA
Executive Assistant to the CEO Aug. 2017 – Jan. 2018

●  Supported employee onboarding and offboarding procedures, including: (1) preparing and sending offer letters and employment contracts; (2) ensuring completion of background checks, drug tests, and other pre-employment screenings; (3) coordinating with IT department to set up necessary equipment and technology; (4) prepare and conduct orientation; (5) conducting or coordinating various trainings; (6) conducting exit interviews; (7) facilitate the transfer of resources and responsibilities between employees; and (8) updating relevant records

●  Coordinated client-facing meetings, emphasizing relationship building and communication skills

●  Organized internal events, ensuring all logistics were handled efficiently and effectively

●  Assisted in employee selection process, including sourcing candidates, screening resumes,

conducting interviews, selecting candidates for advancement, and coordinating hiring process

US Department of Agriculture Washington, D.C.
Executive Assistant; Intern Aug. 2014 – Aug. 2017

●  Supported the onboarding of new hires

●  Coordinated and attended client meetings

●  Organized internal events, ensuring all logistics were handled efficiently and effectively

●  Sourced candidates, screened resumes, conducted interviews and coordinated hiring process

Education

Towson University Towson, Maryland B.A., Art History

Aug. 2013 – Apr. 2016 Memberships: Women in Business, Kappa Delta Sorority, Art History Assoc., Black Student Union

Awards: Volunteer Service Award – Kappa Delta Sorority Excellence in Recruitment – Kappa Delta Sorority

Sister of the Year – Kappa Delta Sorority
Leadership: Secretary of Events Committee – Kappa Delta Sorority

2016 Class Representative – Kappa Delta Sorority 

University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

B.A., Art History

Aug. 2011 – Aug. 2013

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