Osonwa Anthonia Okorie

OKORIE ANTHONIA OSONWA EXECUTIVE VIRTUAL ASSISTANT Portfolio PERSONAL PROFILE Highly organized and results-driven Executive Virtual Assistant with over 3 years of experience providing strategic administrative support to founders, executives, and business leaders. Skilled in managing complex calendars, digital communication, and cross-functional coordination with a strong grasp of workflow automation tools like Zapier, Notion, and Google Workspace. Adept at streamlining operations, optimizing task flow, and working independently across functions including sales, customer service, and IT support. Seeking a dynamic executive support role where I can leverage my technical proficiency and organizational skills to enhance productivity and contribute to business growth. SOFT SKILLS: • Discretion & Confidentiality: Trusted to handle sensitive and high-level information with integrity. • Skilled in market research and data analysis • Clear and Professional Communication: Exceptional English (spoken and written); skilled in drafting concise messages and handling communication on behalf of executives. • Strong Organization & Time Management: Able to coordinate tasks, track deadlines, and follow up without missing details or delays. • Proactive Problem Solving: Anticipates challenges and takes initiative to resolve issues before they escalate. • High Attention to Detail: Maintains accuracy in documentation, scheduling, and task execution. • Skilled at managing shifting priorities and tight deadlines. • Cultural Awareness & Professionalism: Experienced in working with Western clients; respectful and adaptable across cultures. • Digital Fluency & Tech-Savviness: Comfortable using Google Workspace, WhatsApp, Notion, and spreadsheet tools to streamline operations. • Inbox & Calendar Management: Skilled at handling busy email and message channels, and managing scheduling logistics for executives. WORK EXPERIENCE: Executive Virtual Assistant Remote Support for Tech Founder – US-Based Startup Feb 2023 – Oct 2024 • Managed the founder’s calendar, coordinating over 20 meetings per week across multiple time zones, improving scheduling efficiency by 30%. • Oversaw all email and WhatsApp communications, reducing response times by 40% through daily inbox management and proactive follow-ups. • Used Google Workspace and Notion to manage task lists, project timelines, and documentation, ensuring 100% on-time completion of deliverables. • Liaised with vendors and local suppliers in Europe to track orders and resolve issues, achieving a 95% supplier satisfaction rate. Executive Assistant To CEO Remote Sep 2021 – Jan 2023 • Managed the CEO’s calendar, inbox, and meeting coordination across multiple time zones, ensuring priorities were aligned with business goals and last-minute changes were handled smoothly. • Prepared investor decks, reports, and meeting briefs, often pulling data from spreadsheets, CRM, and team updates to ensure the CEO had what they needed at a glance. • Helped run weekly leadership meetings, setting agendas, taking detailed notes, and tracking action items in Monday.com to keep the team accountable and focused. • Acted as a liaison between the CEO and internal teams, partners, and vendors — handling communication with clarity and keeping follow-ups on track. • Provided light project management support, especially during product launches or fundraising efforts, organizing timelines, delegating tasks, and keeping things moving without micromanaging. • Took initiative to improve internal workflows, from organizing Google Drive folders to setting up automations with ClickUp and Slack for better task visibility and fewer missed deadlines. Personal & Executive Assistant Entrepreneur, Coaching & Consulting Business (Remote) Jun 2020 – Aug 2021 • Supported the founder in day-to-day planning, managing WhatsApp and email communication that led to increased client retention by 25%. • Handled travel planning, vendor coordination, and project timelines, resulting in smoother operations across 3 client-facing programs. • Developed and maintained organized digital records using Monday.com and Google Sheets, eliminating document search delays and reducing errors by 35%. • Acted as a gatekeeper and sounding board, helping the founder stay focused and aligned with business goals through weekly briefings and status updates. CERTIFICATIONS: Short Term Rental Academy Google Project Management Digital Witch Support Certification in IT Support Skills • Tech support • Virtual assistant • Customer service Hands On Project Management (Bootcamp) EDUCATION: BSc. In Computer Science, National Open University of Nigeria