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5TH ANNUAL EXECUTIVE & PERSONAL ASSISTANT SUMMIT
September 25 - 26, 2024
VENUE: EUROSTARS UNIVERSAL LISBOA
Lisbon, Portugal
ONLINE ON THE BIGMARKER PLATFORM
CONFERENCE FEATURES:
* • Certified pre-conference workshop by David Svoboda, Canva Verified Expert
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SPEAKERS
* Olga Houttuin-Vartanova
Executive Assistant to Vice President/General Manager
Olga Houttuin-Vartanova
Executive Assistant to Vice President/General Manager
Stryker
I am a dynamic professional with a background in biochemistry and nearly a
decade of experience in executive assistance and event management. Originally
from Russia, I made the Netherlands my home six years ago, embracing dual
nationality along the way. Currently, I work as the Executive Assistant
supporting the Vice President of the Endoscopy division at Stryker, where I
apply my diverse skill set to streamline operations and facilitate seamless
communication at the highest levels of the organization.
Passionate about people, development, gender equality, and performance, I
bring a holistic approach to my work, striving to create inclusive and
empowering environments. My journey blends scientific expertise with
administrative finesse, allowing me to navigate complex challenges with
confidence and grace. As a speaker at the Executive Assistance conference, I
am excited to share insights gleaned from my professional journey, offering
practical strategies for success in the fast-paced world of executive
support.
* Ushala Balkissoon
Senior Executive Assistant to GCRO (Group Chief Risk Officer)
Ushala Balkissoon
Senior Executive Assistant to GCRO (Group Chief Risk Officer)
Standard Chartered Bank
A linguist graduate, born in the Caribbean, on the island of Trinidad and
Tobago, with more than 15 years experience as a career EA in some of the top
listed companies in varying industries. I've worked for Deloitte, Palantir
Technologies, and Meta to name a few. I've always been an avid learner and
having to navigate new industries in fast-paced environments encouraged me to
be agile, adapt quickly, and always strengthen my muscle of ruthlessly
prioritizing and intuiting what my Executive/team needs. I also enjoy
managing projects and executing large-scale events to an impeccable standard
that always makes our team's home workers want to be in the office more.
* Evy NGUYEN BAQUET
Personal assistant to CEO
Evy NGUYEN BAQUET
Personal assistant to CEO
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Born and raised in the south of France, I studied literature, foreign
languages and management. I moved to Paris to start working as an executive
assistant in different areas such as medical research, ad agency, multiple TV
Channels and a well-established bank in Paris for over ten years. I
discovered various sectors of activities, and I realised I love the thrill of
being a multitasker, working under pressure and I quickly understood that I
was successful in getting things done. From 2014, I have been working as a
PA, in the fashion industry for Creative Directors, Founders and CEOs, which
is a very passionate and competitive environment with a lot of pressure. I
have learned how to deal with a lot of demands in a short time, to seek the
right information for specific topics and to fix any problems. I am currently
working for the CEO of Christian Louboutin for 7 years now. It sure is an
exciting adventure every day.
* Jeaneth Carolina Fernández Silva
Executive Assistant, Office & Project Coordinator
Jeaneth Carolina Fernández Silva
Executive Assistant, Office & Project Coordinator
Pandora
I am a highly resourceful and passionate Executive Assistant & Project
Coordinator with extensive experience in project management and executive
support across Iberia. My focus is on efficient project management, where I
have excelled in my ability to plan, organize, and execute projects
effectively, while also providing top-tier support to executives.
I am committed to fostering a positive workplace climate and promoting
effective internal communication, enabling me to establish strong and
collaborative relationships within the workplace. I greatly enjoy working
with people and have a profound respect for individuals, which enhances my
ability to lead and motivate teams.
In my role, I have successfully balanced multiple responsibilities, including
managing complex schedules, coordinating high-level meetings, and overseeing
projects from inception to completion. This dual expertise in executive
support and project management has equipped me with a unique skill set that
contributes significantly to organizational success.
I am keen to explore opportunities to apply my experience in project
management and executive leadership, contributing to the success of teams and
projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment. My goal is to further
develop my skills in efficient project management, workplace climate
improvement, and internal communication, and to pursue new leadership
opportunities within my current organization or elsewhere.
I look forward to sharing insights and practical strategies on how to foster
a positive work environment, enhance communication, and promote inclusion and
team engagement at the 5th Annual Executive & Personal Assistant Conference.
* Marielle Legair
LinkedIn Top Voice, and LinkedIn Learning Instructor
Marielle Legair
LinkedIn Top Voice, and LinkedIn Learning Instructor
Legair Consults Limited
Marielle Legair is a Speaker, LinkedIn Top Voice, and LinkedIn Learning
Instructor. Her background as a publicity and executive visibility
professional, combined with her experience as an entrepreneur, positions her
with a unique skill set to help individuals and companies thrive. Global
brands, including BP, Diageo, EY, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Macquarie, Red Bull,
and Yale University, hire her to deliver transformative talks and training
workshops.
Prior to founding her company, Marielle gained over a decade of international
experience leading executive visibility campaigns for CEOs and senior leaders
at some of the world’s largest companies, including Deloitte, Grant Thornton,
Experian, and Golin in London and, more recently, New York. Her work has been
featured in top-tier media outlets, including BBC, CNBC, Forbes, Financial
Times, and Glamour.
* Victoria Viana Rios
Snr. Executive Assistant
Victoria Viana Rios
Snr. Executive Assistant
Amazon
With over 15 years as Executive Assistant, I strive to always be an updated
version of myself and provide the best support for my executives. I have a
degree in English Linguistics and Literature, and I am an insatiable learner:
History, communication skills or psychology are among my interests.
I have spent most of my EA career in powerful international companies, like
my ten years at Credit Suisse (2008-2019), where I supported the M&A Spain
Country Director and learnt about the magic of IPOs, roadshows and pitches.
I've been with Amazon 4 years (2020-2024), supporting Amazon Logistics SEU
DSP Director, where I realized that PPE (personal protective equipment) worn
at warehouses looks surprisingly cool. Always focused on learning and
developing, to be able to provide top-notch support to my executives and make
a difference in my company.
* Jamila Benomar
Online Business Manager & Project Manager
Jamila Benomar
Online Business Manager & Project Manager
Domestic & General
Jamila is a Prince 2 certified Executive Assistant with a bachelor’s degree
in business administration. She has a passion for leading projects and making
use of technology to simplify day-to-day work.
Jamila has been an Executive Assistant for over 10 years mainly in the
transportation industry and most recently working together with a
high-profile tech company. Throughout the years, she has supported C-Suite
Executives, Board Directors and Chairmans but also led several projects of
different scales.
* Mia Emily Hope
Executive Assistant
Mia Emily Hope
Executive Assistant
Mastercard
With over 15 years of experience supporting C-suite executives in global
financial firms, Mia is a dedicated and highly organized executive assistant
renowned for her exceptional skills in people management, team building, and
communication. Currently, she provides indispensable support at Mastercard,
where she ensures the smooth operation of the Executive Vice President of
Regions & Revenue and the Senior Vice President, Treasury &\ Solutions. Mia
is passionate about fostering team cohesion and effective communication and
has spent years building and connecting people to people on a global scale.
* Montserrat Sousa
Personal Assistant and Coach
Montserrat Sousa
Personal Assistant and Coach
Lloyds Banking Group
Montse's journey from an executive assistant to an executive coach is a
testament to her dedication to personal growth and professional development.
Montse's story is one of continuous growth, resilience and a genuine passion
for empowering others to reach their full potential. She honed her skills
through supporting managers at different levels, consistently refining her
ability to listen deeply and urging her clients to take action on their
aspirations.
Montse's commitment to her own growth led her to embark on a rigorous
1500-hour University Master's Programme in Coaching, Emotional Intelligence
and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), recognised by the International Coach
Federation (ICF), elevating her coaching abilities, empowering her clients on
their personal development.
Montse has a passion for languages: bilingual Spanish/Gallego, similar to
Portuguese, some French and Italian, became proficient in English studying
Applied Economics in Dundee, as an EU Erasmus student, earning an Honours
Degree. There, she started lecturing Spanish at the university, she loves
teaching both Spanish and NLP.
With over two decades of experience supporting senior management in Spain and
the UK, Montse's adaptability shines through her ability to navigate diverse
environments and cultures with ease. Whether it is embracing new methodology
like Agile and Scrum or fostering strong relationships across all levels of
an organisation, Montse's ability to communicate effectively and build
rapport has been instrumental in driving success.
* David Svoboda
Canva Verified Expert and TEDx speakers coach
David Svoboda
Canva Verified Expert and TEDx speakers coach
Canva/ VISUAL DESIGN
David is a Canva Verified Expert from Brno, Czech Republic.
For years, David has been a sought-after Canva and presentation skills tutor.
He spreads his enthusiasm for Canva to clients from government agencies,
universities, large and small businesses, and individuals. David has trained
hundreds of participants in workshops in the Czech Republic and abroad with
clearly positive feedback.
As a long-time member of the TEDxPrague team, he prepares speakers for this
prestigious conference. You could say that he tries to combine the best of
visual and verbal communication.
* Dasima Geskes
Executive Assistant EMEA Content at Netflix
Dasima Geskes
Executive Assistant EMEA Content at Netflix
Netflix
With over 15 years of experience in the role as an Executive Assistant and
working with highly demanding Execs on C-suite level in different branches
from Offshore to Commercial RealEstate to Sportswear. She acts as a Business
Partner and confident for the Execs she supports.
She has worked for multinationals mostly from the US and traveled the world
from the Middle East to the US for business.
Where she has managed and organized meetings and large events. She’s a strong
believer that Tech should make your life easier and saves you time for more
complex things or for personal matters.
AI can save you time so you can manage your energy and work life balance.
She has a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Management and has been a speaker at
multiple Conferences and Summits for the last 6 years in Europe.
* Varinka Bouma
Professional Certified Coach
Varinka Bouma
Professional Certified Coach
Varinka Bouma
After having successfully fulfilled a leadership role for many years herself,
she started her own business in 2015, and since then she has been working
with clients from around the world.
Her main area of expertise lies in leadership development, team coaching and
cultivating belonging. With her many years of experience in coaching she has
developed a razorsharp intuition for the needs of her clients. Her approach
is to the point and playful. Humour and fun help her to interact in a subtle
way, evoking an impactful transformation. She strongly believes in lifelong
learning and is always deepening her knowledge to mix & match what is needed
for her clients.
Varinka loves working with people who want to find or revisit their purpose,
want to get unstuck, increase their influence or want to (re)boost their
selfconfidence.
* Briony Baxter
Executive Assistant
Briony Baxter
Executive Assistant
McKinsey & Co
I have been an EA for over 13 years and currently support a global Senior
leader at McKinsey & Company. I also lead our accessibility group and the EA
mental health and well-being initiative for our London EAs. I have always
been passionate about this topic and love the element that it adds alongside
my EA role. Prior to McKinsey, I have worked at various companies such as PwC
and Heathrow Airport supporting senior stakeholders.
* Monique den Ouden
Senior Executive Assistant
Monique den Ouden
Senior Executive Assistant
Deloitte
I'm Monique den Ouden, a Senior Executive Assistant at Deloitte in Amsterdam.
My career journey began at 20 as a Junior Secretary DTP in a boutique
Strategic Consulting firm. With no prior experience, I've learned invaluable
lessons from what I call the 'University of Life', an ongoing educational
journey.
Today, I work with Deloitte's first female Managing Partner and a Life
Science and Healthcare Partner, a role that has enriched my 25-year-long
career. But my journey hasn't been without its challenges.
Early in my career, I faced dyslexia, a challenge I kept undisclosed due to
the attached stigma. However, with the advancement of tools like autocorrect,
dyslexic-friendly fonts, and ChatGPT I've turned this challenge into an
opportunity for growth, proving that roadblocks can indeed be stepping
stones.
Away from work, I live with my partner and son in a lovely village in the
Netherlands, and I'm an avid lover of sports and the outdoors. I especially
enjoy running and walking in the nearby dunes. I’m excited not only to share
my experiences with you during this conference, but also to hear about your
journeys and insights as fellow Executive Assistants. Let’s learn and grow
together!
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP
MASTERING PRESENTATION DESIGN:
• Enhancing Canva Skills
• Creating Effective Presentations
• Working with Templates
• Using AI to Overcome Creative Block
• Official Certificates After the Workshop
To make the most of this experience, we recommend that you bring your own laptop
to try out new skills and features.
* David Svoboda
Canva Verified Expert and TEDx speakers coach
Canva/ VISUAL DESIGN
David Svoboda
Canva Verified Expert and TEDx speakers coach
Canva/ VISUAL DESIGN
David is a Canva Verified Expert from Brno, Czech Republic.
For years, David has been a sought-after Canva and presentation skills tutor.
He spreads his enthusiasm for Canva to clients from government agencies,
universities, large and small businesses, and individuals. David has trained
hundreds of participants in workshops in the Czech Republic and abroad with
clearly positive feedback.
As a long-time member of the TEDxPrague team, he prepares speakers for this
prestigious conference. You could say that he tries to combine the best of
visual and verbal communication.
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ABOUT THE SUMMIT
We are proud to say that this is our 5th year organizing the industry's leading
gathering of personal and executive assistants. This year we will be hosting the
event on September 26th and 27th of 2024 in the vibrant city of Lisbon,
Portugal, after their boom in Europe for their revolutionary approach to
business.
We bring together a distinguished group of approximately 50 PA professionals
from the highest-performing companies worldwide, with many attendees having
decades of industry experience. The event serves as a platform for PA experts to
connect, collaborate, and learn from one another. With a strong emphasis on
networking, we provide a unique opportunity for PA professionals to exchange
insights, share best practices, and gain valuable knowledge that will directly
benefit both their personal growth and the teams they are part of.
Our speakers make sure to focus on the subjects that are proven to matter in the
field of personal assistance. Advanced AI-driven personalization, skill
development strategies for assistants, well-being and stress management,
leveraging automation, and the future of virtual assistance are some of the
topics that will be extensively covered by our speakers. Additionally, the
summit addresses the generation gap and explores effective approaches to bridge
this divide in the workplace.
The agenda for the event will soon be available. While our production team is
organizing every part of the event, we are able to offer an early access price,
which will expire soon.
If you have any questions, please contact the summit manager at
filip.esrubio@bcfgroup.eu and he will be happy to help.
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KEY POINTS
Career Advancement: Focusing on PA career growth, networking, personal
branding, and work-life balance.
AdminTech & Efficiency: Navigating digital transformation and efficiency in
admin roles.
Leadership Skills for EAs: Vital leadership skills for executive assistants.
Trends and Challenges: Industry trends, remote support, managing demands,
handling challenges, and preventing burnout.
Stress Management: Strategies for resilience and stress management in
demanding roles.
Skill Development: Topics include time management, communication,
problem-solving, and emotional intelligence.
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