Melan Terleckyj

Melan Terleckyj Executive Director to C-Suite | Board Liaison | Calendar & Operations Strategist ___________________________________________________________________________ Arlington, VA 22204 |- |-| linkedin.com/in/melanterleckyj Executive Summary Dynamic and highly organized Executive Assistant with over a decade of experience supporting C-suite leaders in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Adept at managing complex calendars, coordinating global travel, and reconciling expenses with precision. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified, with a proven track record of streamlining operations and driving efficiency—most notably at The Asia Group, where I delivered measurable cost savings and increased team productivity. Known for anticipating needs, safeguarding executive bandwidth, and aligning seamlessly with leadership vision to propel company goals, especially within Series B startup landscapes. Work Experience Director of Executive Administration/Executive Assistant The Asia Group – Startup | Washington, DC |- Assisted the Ambassador in establishing the Australia practice within TAG. Personal assistant to the Ambassador. Hired and scaled the Executive Administration team; drafted annual performance plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Administration and Operations. Orchestrated calendar management, daily meetings, briefings and annual cadence meetings to enhance operational efficiency. Implemented a partnership with Atlas Travel, achieving a 20% reduction in international travel costs for the company. Organized and led yearly offsite meeting. Trained Executive Assistant team in Salesforce and Concur travel and expenses. Senior Executive Assistant to President & CEO American Red Cross | Washington, DC |- Oversaw daily administrative functions to facilitate the President and CEO's agenda. Coordinated schedules, secured daily meetings, and organized annual cadence gatherings. Promptly reconciled office expenses, aligning them with organizational needs and employee requirements. Executive Assistant to CEO Indigov - contract w/remote Startup | Washington, DC | 2022 Streamlined and accelerated office operations to enhance the productivity of the CEO and Chief of Staff. Utilized organizational acumen to manage executive calendars, travel arrangements, and expense reconciliations. Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners, fostering ongoing support, communication, and loyalty. Executive Assistant Volansi - remote Startup | Arlington, VA |- Contributed significantly to the seamless operation of the CEO's agenda, including calendar management, C-suite meetings, and cost oversight. Collaborated with the CFO and leadership team on strategic initiatives to drive organizational growth. Maintained productive relationships with Board members and Advisors on behalf of the CFO. Compiled detailed reports analyzing expenses and reconciliations. Ensured open lines of communication with the leadership team regarding strategic initiatives, agreement management, and oversight of operations in a fully remote startup environment. Executive Assistant to CEO & CFO FN America, LLC | McLean, VA |- Strategically coordinated and managed the agendas of the CEO and C-suite team, including domestic and international meeting arrangements, calendar organization, email correspondence, executive messages, and travel logistics. Directed strategic initiatives and projects supporting the CFO's objectives. Oversaw travel and expense management for Board members and Advisors. Effectively led, motivated, and coached a 3-member team to enhance performance. Conducted comprehensive performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and achievement; administered disciplinary actions as necessary. Sr. Executive Assistant to President & CFO Associated Universities, Inc. | Washington, DC |- Maintained precise and updated records of C-suite budgets, expenses, calendars, and project timelines. Efficiently prepared and disseminated memoranda to staff, customers, and partners. Generated comprehensive expense reports for domestic and international travel involving the President, CFO, Board members, and Committees. Supported the CFO in the budget preparation process. Assisted in international travel coordination with the CEO and CFO. Maintained constant communication with government stakeholders and external vendors to relay important updates and information. Positively represented the brand to enhance awareness, relationships, and retention. Crafted social media content to spur growth in new business opportunities. Played a vital role as Administrator for the Ethics and Integrity Hotline. Collaborated with the Corporate Secretary to improve efficiency in managing Board members. Ensured compliance of proposals submitted to the National Science Organization with all relevant regulations and guidelines. Education 05/2010 – 05/2011 Villanova University Certification, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification 06/2015 – 06/2015 Management Concepts Training, Business Writing 06/2018 – 08/2018 George Mason University Training, Social Media Professional 03/2023 – 03/2023 LinkedIn Course, Coaching Yourself Through the Ambiguity of Leading Course, How to Be More Strategic in 6 Steps Skills Executive Support to C-Suite Complex Calendar Management Global Travel Coordination Expense Reporting & Reconciliation Operational Streamlining Cost Savings & Efficiency Improvements Cross-Functional Collaboration High-Growth & Startup Environments Strategic Alignment with CEO Vision Strong Organizational Skills Excellent Written & Verbal Communication