JUSTINE L.

DOUGHERTY
1375 Canter Lane, York, SC 29745 * (803) 810-2910 * jddc3ffe@westpost.net
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
~ Deliver top notch corporate support in fast-paced, deadline driven environment
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Articulate, dedicated, and results driven Senior Executive Assistant offering 11
+ years of success providing key corporate support to executives in diverse indu
stry sectors. Committed to providing superior customer service while maintaining
optimum client relations. Excel in multi-tasking with superb planning, scheduli
ng, and prioritizing skills for effective and efficient office management servic
es. Resourceful team player, quick learner, and readily resolve problems to meet
demanding project, program, and business objectives. Work well with people from
diverse backgrounds and cultures, staff at all levels, clients/customers, and t
he general public. Valued and well-respected career professional with an establi
shed reputation for quality, exactness, and results.
COMPUTER SKILLS

* Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access VBA, Claris Works, File Mak
er Pro DB, ACT!, Lotus Notes 4.6, Peachtree, QuickBooks 6, SBT AccSys, Omni Page
Pro 10 and 11, and certified in Access Level 4 and Excel Level 4. Easily learn
and adapt to emerging technologies, software, and programs.
CORE COMPETENCIES

Office Management Database Administration Recording & Reporting

Process Improvement Research & Analysis Planning & Scheduling
Calendar Management Program Management Project Management Event P
lanning & Management Communications & Presentations Problem Solvin
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SCHAEFER SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, CHARLOTTE, NC (5/2004 - PRESENT)

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO VICE PRESIDENT/MANAGING DIRECTOR
Provide full-scale executive support and office management services to Vice Pres
ident and Managing Director. Plan and prioritize daily workload, manage calendar
, and perform various projects and functions to meet business requirements. Crea
te and utilize applications to automate processes and procedures, provide effect
ive documentations management, and generate reports. Accountable for detailed re
cording/reporting functions for all company fleet and insurance information, as
well as all financial reporting (i.e., AIMS via Crystal Reports) for 2 divisions
, expenses, and assets/commissions. Record and maintain statistical data for mon
thly, quarterly reporting of management and sales division. Prepare Catalogs in
Publisher 2007 and disburse mailings with information from database. Conduct all
logistical requirements for company travel and other business events of the div
ision, as well as for guests on a global scale.
Achievements:
* Readily advise and coach others on all software programs usage and currently l
earning VBA for Access for optimum data recording/reporting.
* Valued resource and liaison to personnel on existing and upcoming business pla
ns and programs.
* Promote open line of communication in all units and divisions and maintain uni
formity and consistency of processes and procedures at all levels.
VALMET CONVERTING, CHARLOTTE, NC (7/2003 - 3/2004)
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Managed business affairs of Executive Vice President and performed all administr
ative functions for an efficient, organized executive office. Planned and priori
tized daily workload, managed calendar, and performed various projects and funct
ions to meet needs of business. Automated processes and procedures for optimum r
ecording/reporting. Conducted all logistical requirements for corporate travel a
nd special events, programs as requested. Updated and maintained detailed spread
sheets and processed corporate expense reports.
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Achievements:
* Served as a liaison for customers, Italian Manufacturers, and Service Technici
ans on all business programs, products, and offerings.
* Integrated Lotus Database into MS Office platform that enhanced recording/repo
rting functions.
* Supported staff of Satellite Salespersons with all sales and marketing initiat
ives and requirements.
MEADE INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION, IRVINE, CA (2/2002 - 2/2003)
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO CEO/TRAVEL COORDINATOR
Directly supported CEO in all daily business plans, programs, and routines. Sche
duled meetings and appointments, maintained executive calendar, composed busines
s correspondence, and performed extensive computer data entry (i.e., recorded da
ta, maintained detailed spreadsheets, and processed expense reports). Facilitate
d all logistical requirements for company travel and business functions.
Achievements:
* Performed well in a multifaceted role with accountability for all administrati
ve functions and travel management services.
* Supported and assisted staff from Sales, Marketing, HR, and Payroll on special
projects as requested.
* Revamped and posted travel procedures via Internet that detailed corporate tra
vel policies and procedures for usage by personnel at all levels.
* Planned, coordinated, and facilitated a large volume of business events and pr
ograms such as conferences, board meetings, international trainings, and created
agendas for all.
HEALTHSOUTH CORPORATION, HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA (10/1999 - 10/2001)
CONTRACTING COORDINATOR AND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Managed office and business routines for Directors and Regional Vice President.
Scheduled meetings and appointments, maintained calendar, composed business corr
espondence, and database administration. Scanned and processed contractual docum
ents, updated/maintained pertinent information in Lotus Notes, and prepared/proc
essed expense reports. Supported staff in travel planning and handled all associ
ated logistical requirements for company events and business functions.
Achievements:
* Played a key role in credentialing process for major healthcare plans.
* Ensured highest degree of accuracy and efficiency in all office procedures and
recording/reporting.
EDUCATION

Associates Degree in Science

Suffolk Community College, Selden, NY
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Access VBA, Development of Desktop solutions for position specific functions, ap
plication development with SQL Server