Tracy Harris

Tracy A. Harris- |-| www.linkedin.com/in/thetracyaharris EXPERIENCE EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER| WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION FOUNDATION |- Independent grant-making foundation addressing the most pressing global health challenges Strategically supported the Chief Development Officer in advancing WHO's mission to promote global health, cultivating ultra-high-net-worth donor relationships, and mobilizing resources for critical health initiatives · Supported the cultivation of donor relationships Results: 25% increase in ultra-high-net-worth individual contributions · Managed and optimized Salesforce Customer Relationship Management Results: improved donor data accuracy by 95% and enabled more targeted fundraising strategies · Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align fundraising efforts with WHO's key health initiatives, Results: 30% increase in targeted donations for specific programs · Strategically optimized high-profile global events Results: secured 30+ critical partnership and bilateral meetings for WHOF leadership and 40% increase in multi-stakeholder collaborations and new funding commitments for health initiatives · Prepared comprehensive briefing materials for the CDO, highlighting WHO's science-based approach to global health challenges and facilitating successful donor engagements EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | BLACK FEMINIST FUTURES | 2022 – 2023 Community-based organization increasing the power of Black women, girls, and LGBTQA+ people As a key member of the senior leadership team, supported BFF's mission to galvanize the social and political power of Black women, girls, and LGBTQA+ people towards liberation · Streamlined executive communications Results: 30% increase in engagement with partner organizations · Organized bi-annual board meetings and prepared comprehensive reports Results: 20% improvement in organizational governance and strategic decision-making · Managed the Executive Director's schedule Results: increased availability for strategic planning by 25% and facilitated the development of BFF's 5year growth plan EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER| KEECHA HARRIS & ASSOCIATES | 2020 –2022 Boutique consulting firm focusing on philanthropy Member of the senior leadership team strategically supported the CEO and organization in advancing missioncritical objectives and driving business growth · Optimized CEO's productivity through strategic calendar management Results: saved an average of 12 hours per week for high-impact activities · Orchestrated meeting efficiencies for all internal and external engagements Results: 25% increase in successful business development opportunities · Mentored and supervised administrative personnel Results: 20% improvement in overall team efficiency and 15% reduction in turnover · Ensured follow-through on senior leadership team meeting action items, directly contributing to the achievement of key organizational goals EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/ PROJECT MANAGER | EGON ZEHNDER | 2022 – 2023 Global consulting firm specializing in C-level executive placements Expertly managed high-profile executive search engagements while providing crucial administrative support to senior consultants · Streamlined candidate travel logistics Results: 30% reduction in travel-related issues and 95% candidate satisfaction rate with interview process · Conducted thorough reference checks and educational verifications for final candidates Results: contributing to a 20% improvement in candidate quality and fit · Demonstrated exceptional prioritization skills, successfully managing multiple conflicting demands Results: maintained 98% project completion rate EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | NY ACADEMY OF SCIENCES | 2016 – 2019 Fourth oldest U.S. scientific society advancing scientific research, education, and policy to address global challenges Orchestrated high-level executive operations, expertly managing complex administrative functions to maximize the President's effectiveness · Revolutionized the Office of the President's efficiency, creating a seamless interface between leadership and stakeholders Results: 15% increase in positive feedback and a stronger Academy presence in scientific discussions and collaborations in the scientific community Results: 50% boost in the President's strategic output · Managed complex international travel arrangements, creating detailed itineraries and comprehensive briefing materials Results: 40% increase in President's preparedness and meeting effectiveness · Engineered innovative time management techniques and laser-focused prioritization of high-impact initiatives EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE CHIEF SCIENTIFIC OFFICER | JDRF | 2012 – 2016 Leading Global organization funding and advocating research of type 1 diabetes [formerly Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation] Enhanced executive support and organizational alignment through improved onboarding, impactful training, and flawlessly executed board engagements, leading to quantifiable improvements in efficiency, engagement, and strategic direction · Improved executive support across the research department by developing and implementing best practices Results: 40% reduction in onboarding time for new assistants and a 25% increase in operational efficiency · Masterminded the successful launch of the T1D Voices Council, a groundbreaking initiative that amplified patient perspectives in research priorities Results: 30% increase in community engagement · Orchestrated annual board retreats with flawless precision Results: 95% satisfaction rate among board members and the adoption of three major strategic initiatives · Spearheaded the creation and delivery of a comprehensive new-hire orientation program, reaching 100% of national office staff and field personnel through innovative web-based recordings, enhancing organizational alignment Page 2 CERTIFIED MEETING PROFESSIONAL | 2000 – 2015 Dynamic meeting planning Specialist with 15 years of unparalleled expertise orchestrating flawless events across pharmaceutical, financial, and sales incentive sectors. • Masterfully choreographed pre-event strategy, on-site execution, and post-event analysis for gatherings ranging from intimate executive retreats to large-scale international conferences, consistently delivering ROI-driven experiences that exceeded stakeholder expectations. • Demonstrated financial acumen through meticulous budgeting and reconciliation processes, resulting in an average 15% cost savings while elevating attendee satisfaction scores to an industry-leading 98%. EDUCATION J.D. | ANTICIPATED 2026 | CAMPBELL UNIVERSITY, RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA M.S.O.L. IN ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP | 2012 | NYACK COLLEGE, NYACK, NEW YORK B.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY | 2011 | HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY, HEMPSTEAD, NEW YORK A.A. IN LIBERAL ARTS | 2009 | NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE, UNIONDALE, NEW YORK SKILLS & ABILITIES · Proficiency in Google Workspace: Gmail, Google Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms for seamless digital collaboration and productivity · High-Level Communication: Exceptional written and verbal skills for interfacing with Csuite executives, board members, and key stakeholders · Strategic Calendar Management: Masterful at optimizing complex executive schedules to maximize · Project Management: Adept at overseeing efficiency and strategic impact multiple high-priority initiatives from · Financial Acumen: Skilled in budget management, conception to successful completion expense reporting, and financial analysis using tools · Event Planning & Coordination: Experienced like Concur and Excel in orchestrating flawless executive-level · North Carolina Notary Public meetings, board retreats, and large-scale corporate events Page 3