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Kathryn R.

Chicago, Illinois

$50/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I'm Katie, an experienced project manager proficient in navigating diverse industries from small startups to multinational giants. Certified as a PMP and CPA, I excel at organizing projects with precision and adapting to any team dynamic. I have a background in agile project management and have used a variety of project management tools (Kantata, MS Project, Excel). With a strong background in accounting, I also bring the appropriate knowledge to maintain budgets and ensure strong financial planning. My project management style could best be described as: - Transparent and regular communication - Practical and adaptable approaches - Detail oriented and organized

  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Project
  • Project Management
  • Budget Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Program Management
  • Agile Project Management
Daniesha H.

Chicago, Illinois

$50/hr
4.8
29 jobs

Hello! My name is Dani and I've supported over 65 C-Suite Executives and over 70 teams throughout my career. I've held many strategic roles such as Chief of Staff, Operations Manager, People Operations Manager, Head of Communications + Engagement, Program Manager, Customer Success Manager, and more! With AI-adoption on the rise, I enjoy creating people first experiences that enable teams to maximize the use of their entire tech stack to work smarter, faster, and better. You will find me multiplying impact across marketing, design, learning + curriculum, engineering, design, communications, legal, and more! I've worked with teams at Duolingo, Discord, Streamlit, and so many more. You'll find my work across different technology sectors such as SaaS, energy and power, EV, health-tech, AI, apparel, skincare and body, and other regulated industries. I design infrastructure, lead people, streamline productivity, and resource teams to feel seen and heard throughout their work. If you have a BIG mission with passionate people looking to positively impact the world, let's chat! Nice to e-meet you!

  • Executive Support
  • System Deployment
  • Communications
  • AI Implementation
  • Change Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • People Management
  • Organizational Development
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Team Management
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Product Management
  • Business Development
  • Financial Planning
  • Startup Consulting
  • Operational Planning
  • Business Strategy
  • Business Process Management
  • Infrastructure Management
Haniyah Z.

Chicago, Illinois

$55/hr
4.9
13 jobs

Hi, I’m Haniyah. I have over four years of experience supporting teams and leadership across companies like AHEAD, Amtrak, Digital Factory, and Foundation Medicine. My background is in project management and operations, where I helped keep teams organized, timelines on track, and communication clear. Most recently, I’ve been working directly with founders and smaller businesses and agencies, helping them with operations, hiring coordination, systems setup, documentation, and whatever else needs structure. I’ve built task boards, cleaned up workflows, managed inboxes and calendars, and stepped in to make sure things actually move forward. I’m someone you can rely on. I pay attention. I follow through. I understand business goals quickly and focus on getting things done without overcomplicating the process. If you need someone steady, organized, and execution-focused behind the scenes, I’m happy to help

  • Project Management
  • Agile Project Management
  • IT Project Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Project Planning
  • JavaScript
  • WordPress
  • Shopify
  • HTML5
  • CSS 3
  • SEO Plugin
  • Graphic Design
Nicholas S.

Chicago, Illinois

$40/hr
4.9
476 jobs

I’m Nick, a Virtual Assistant and Project Manager with 10+ years of experience supporting executives, entrepreneurs, and teams in Healthcare, Legal, Biotech, Education, Real Estate, and more. I specialize in project management, CRM implementation, funnels, automations, and livestream/OBS setup, helping clients streamline operations, stay organized, and deliver professional results. Core Expertise Project Management: Asana, Trello, Monday, Jira, Confluence, Notion, Airtable CRM & Marketing Systems: GoHighLevel, HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho, Zapier | funnels, automations, lead tracking, campaign support Admin & Executive Support: Calendar/email management, expense reporting, data entry, customer support, research Creative & Multimedia: Video editing (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro), graphic design (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), presentations Web & E-Commerce: WordPress, Wix, Shopify, content updates, ad management Real Estate Support: Airbnb/VRBO/Hostaway listing management, photo editing Event & Technical Support: Zoom conference setup (200+ attendees), livestream moderation, OBS setup & streaming, collaboration tools (Slack, Teams, Discord, Basecamp) Why Hire Me 10+ years of experience driving projects from planning to execution Proficient in GoHighLevel, funnels, automations, and livestream/OBS setup Proven ability to streamline processes and manage complex workflows Reliable, detail-oriented, and quick to adapt to new tools and industries If you’re looking for a skilled Virtual Assistant and Project Manager who can manage systems, tools, and teams while freeing you up to focus on growth, I’d love to help. — Nick

  • Calendar Management
  • Executive Support
  • Microsoft Office
  • Video Editing
  • Project Management
  • Google Docs
  • WordPress
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • YouTube
  • Zoom Video Conferencing
  • Recruiting
  • ClickUp
  • HighLevel
  • Asana
  • Automation
Reena B.

Chicago, Illinois

$50/hr
5.0
11 jobs

Detail-oriented and highly adaptable Administrative Assistant/Operations Manager with a strong track record of supporting fast-paced teams, managing complex workflows, and improving day-to-day operations. Skilled at multitasking while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and clear communication. Brings advanced proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel), Google Sheets, and hands-on experience with platforms such as Zoho One, various Event Management Systems, CloudTalk, Salesforce, and TimeSolv. Known for quickly learning new tools, optimizing processes, and providing reliable, solutions-focused support across departments.

  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Scheduling
  • Business Management
  • Customer Service
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Email Marketing
Ben P.

Chicago, Illinois

$23/hr
5.0
7 jobs

I'm an administrator with over five years experience working with executives to make sure they're getting the results they need. I'm also an actor, with four years worth of professional experience working for regional and Chicago theatres.

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Meisner Acting
  • Salesforce Sales Cloud
  • Acting
  • Problem Solving
  • Customer Service

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