Jade Barker

Provided high-level administrative support to various C-level executives, which included heavy scheduling and calendar management, travel, event coordination, and expense reconciliation. Assisted with broader team needs for the CMC and Clinical departments, which included internal team days, external meetings with collaborators, clinical advisory board meetings, and other ad hoc projects/tasks as needed. Planned and coordinated principal investigator events at industry conferences. Assisted the business development team with JP Morgan scheduling and other critical investment meetings. Provided stand-in and auxiliary support to other administrative staff as needed.

Offered comprehensive administrative support to C-level and senior executives. Planned and coordinated department meetings, all-company meetings, and external meetings. Managed quarterly Joint Steering Committee meetings with collaborators. Provided additional support to the broader scientific team as needed. Assisted the recruiting team with coordinating candidate interviews and seminars. Ensured company-wide support by partnering with other operational staff members to address the overall office needs, onboarding of new employees, and general office support.

Fielded incoming calls, answered inquiries, and welcomed guests. Handled office logistics, including catering and office supplies. Assisted with meeting coordination and managed conference room schedules. Monitored and maintained office equipment and assisted with building maintenance requests. Oversaw mail distribution and coordinated courier services. Provided general clerical and administrative support.

Managed large volume and custom retail design projects within the U.S. and Canada. Responsible for all aspects of project management, including strategic planning, cost analysis, logistics, inventory tracking, and invoicing. Acted as a liaison between retail clients and department stores from project conception to installation. Developed and maintained installation timeline and adjusted accordingly to meet client and project needs.

Effectively managed all key aspects of day-to-day operations including enforcement of staff policy and procedures, new hire training, and cash management. Heavy emphasis on visual design and merchandising. Developed a broad client base, from individuals to interior design firms.

Worked closely with domestic and overseas vendors to develop, source, and place product on a seasonal basis. Managed the approval process of all areas of garment production from initial design stage to finished product.