In this EA Campus podcast episode, Nicky Christmas interviews Gabrielle Waxenberg, an experienced Executive Assistant who has recently transitioned to working as a fractional Assistant for multiple clients.Key points from the episode:From hospitality management to becoming an EA, she worked in various industries, such as legal, manufacturing, IT, banking, sustainability, and healthcare.Time management across multiple executives and organisations, maintaining confidentiality, and navigating di...
In this episode, Becky Kaapuni shares her winding career journey spanning publishing, wine business, investment banking, tech startups, Twitter, and now Salesforce, where she supports the CEO of AI.Some key pieces of advice and insights Becky offers:Be patient in building your career - you have to go through the stepping stones and start at the beginning, gaining experience over time.Know your worth and negotiate your compensation, even if it means being willing to walk away from an opportuni...
In this episode, Chelsea Fox shares her 15-year journey as an assistant, from starting as an event manager in Spain to her current role as an EA supporting the CEO and leadership team at a data centre startup in London.Some key pieces of advice and insights Chelsea offers:Find the industry and company culture that allows you to thrive as an assistant. In a startup, being willing to roll up your sleeves and help out wherever needed is key.Confidence comes from having your voice heard and your ...
In this episode, Catherine Wright shares her varied career journey leading up to her current role as an Executive Assistant to a CEO. She discusses the importance of understanding the business you work for, being a connector between teams, and adding value wherever possible.Some key pieces of advice Catherine offers:Be meticulous about diary management - think through all the details like agenda items, travel/transition time between meetings, focus time, and your executive's well-beingRemembe...
Fatiha Zeghir shares her extensive journey as an Executive Assistant (EA), starting in Paris and transitioning through roles at major companies like Procter & Gamble, NRJ Global, SAP, News UK, Penguin Random House, Pearson, and the BBC, before her current role at Vodafone. Her experience highlights the importance of adaptability, communication, and learning from diverse roles and industries. The discussion emphasizes the EA role's significance in crisis management, especially noted during...
In this episode of the EA Campus podcast, join Nicky as she welcomes Rebecca Greenhill, a seasoned Executive Assistant (EA) at Cobalt Search. Rebecca's unique career journey has transitioned from dance performance and teaching to retail management and finally into the realm of executive assistance. She shares the rich tapestry of experiences that have shaped her career. Her story is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the pursuit of passion across different stages of her life.Discove...
In this episode of the EA Campus Podcast, Nicky Christmas interviews William Richardson, an executive assistant at United Launch Alliance (ULA), where he shares insights into his career journey and the dynamic nature of his role in the aerospace industry.William describes his accidental entry into the administrative field, starting from customer service in consumer electronics and evolving into various roles, including consulting and private equity, before landing in the aerospace industry wi...
In this captivating episode of the EA Campus podcast, host Nicky Christmas sits down with Grazia Maietta for an insightful conversation about her journey as an Executive Assistant (EA) in the dynamic world of technology. Grazia, originally from Italy with a background in foreign languages, delves into her career evolution from a translator and teacher in Italy to an accomplished EA in the UK.Working currently at Condense, a company specializing in live-streaming events into digital worlds, Gr...
In this podcast episode, Emily discusses her transition from college to the hospitality industry, her progression into events planning, and her eventual move into an EA role. She emphasises the importance of organisational skills and the dynamic nature of her job, dealing with various tasks ranging from events planning to managing the CEO's schedule and communications.Emily shares her experiences of learning on the job, the significance of mentorship, and the evolution of her role from PA to ...
Episode 34 of the EA Campus Podcast features Laura Escalante, an Executive Assistant at Golden Software, in conversation with host Nicky Christmas. The episode delves into Laura's career journey, highlighting her pivot from a decade in operations and program management within human services to becoming an executive assistant. Laura shares her immigrant background, moving from Lima, Peru, to the US as a teenager and how this experience shaped her work ethic and career choices.Laura discusses h...
In this insightful episode of the EA Campus Podcast, host Nicky Christmas sits down with Tawnya Convoy, a dynamic executive assistant with a unique career trajectory. Tawnya shares her fascinating journey from being a professional flutist and music teacher to thriving in the world of technology and startups. She delves into her experiences at Apple, her transition during personal life changes, and her growth in various startup environments.Musical Beginnings [00:00:30]: Tawnya discusses her i...
Welcome to the latest episode of the EA Campus podcast! In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Christi Brewer, an accomplished Executive Assistant (EA) to the CEO at Shipt. Christi shared valuable insights into her career journey, overcoming preconceived notions about the Assistant role, leveraging technology in her day-to-day work, and her experience working for a startup.The episode started with Christi providing an overview of her career path, highlighting her business admini...
In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Holly Copsey, a Business Support Specialist at Virtually Priceless. Holly shares her remarkable journey and valuable insights into her 20-year Executive Assistant (EA) career.Join us as we delve into Holly's journey and learn how she navigated the shifting landscape of the EA profession, particularly during the pandemic. Discover her insights on running a successful VA agency and how she has adapted her services to meet client's evolving needs....
In the next episode of the EA Campus podcast, we have the pleasure of hosting Shaun Alphonso, Executive Business Partner at Georgian, a renowned venture capital firm specializing in SaaS technology investments. Join host Nicky Christmas as she delves into Shaun's intriguing career path and uncovers the valuable lessons he learned. From working in Starbucks to his stellar EA career, Shaun shares many helpful tips and tricks for Assistants, including time management techniques, technology use, ...
In Episode 29, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Lora Whicher, the Founder of Lora May Virtual PA. Lora's journey in the corporate world as an executive assistant took her through various roles, including a significant stint at Savills real estate agency.During our conversation, we delved into Lora's career trajectory, exploring her experiences working as a corporate EA and the pivotal moment that led her to start her own virtual assistant business. We discussed the challenges sh...
Welcome to the EA Campus podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Hayley Hudson, the Founder of Hudson Admin Support and the VA Lounge. Join us as we delve into Hayley's journey of starting her own virtual assistant business and creating a thriving network for VAs.In our conversation, we explore the world of virtual assistance and dive into the tech tools and strategies that can empower assistants to excel in their roles. Hayley shares valuable insights on building confidence, understanding...
In this episode of EA Campus, we chat with Stephanie Hand, Founder of OnHand Executive Services. Stephanie shares her journey from working as an in-house Assistant to starting her freelance Assistant business. She discusses her experience onboarding a new CEO and provides valuable insights into dealing with workplace bullies. Additionally, Stephanie shares her daily routine and offers advice for assistants starting in the profession. Whether you're an experienced Assistant or just starting ou...
On this episode of EA Campus, we chat with Katie Parker, Founder of Parker PA Ltd. Katie shares her experience of transitioning from a corporate EA to starting her own virtual assistant business during the pandemic. She provides valuable insights into working with new clients and managing the day-to-day operations of a VA business. Additionally, Katie offers advice for Assistants who want to be more proactive in their careers and shares her decision to move away from working in London. Tune i...
In this episode of the EA Campus podcast, we chat with Abbie Fernandes, Founder of Swift VA. Abbie shares her journey from being a corporate Assistant to starting her own Virtual Assistant business and how she navigated the challenges of moving to different countries while supporting her husband and young family. She provides insights into the critical skills required for running a successful VA business, including building client relationships and setting boundaries. Tune in to hear Abbie's ...
In this episode of the EA Campus podcast, we sit down with Jamila Benomar, the founder of Your Virtual Pod. Jamila shares her insights on the profession, building confidence in the role, and establishing yourself as an expert in your orgainsation. We discuss the benefits of working as a Virtual Assistant and the challenges of starting the business. Jamila also shares her tips on effectively operating as an Assistant in large corporate organisations. The EA Campus