The Admin Spotlight: Behind the Front Desk

The Admin Spotlight: Behind the Front Desk

By Molly Denham

It is all about admin professionals connecting with other admin professionals. Hear stories from fellow EAs and learn about their journey. Connect with one another and create a close knit community de... more
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  1. Number 1: Ep. 15 Behind the Front Desk w/ Lisa Olsen

    Lisa is a passionate advocate for lifelong learning, dedicated to inspiring others to unlock their full potential, seize opportunities, and embrace the role of being "relationship engineers." With a passion for fostering growth, she specializes in providing creative and engaging workshops and conference presentations. Her mission is to inspire individuals to embrace continuous development, empowering them to thrive in their roles and contribute significantly to organizational success. Connect with Lisa via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaolsen-professionaldevelopment/

    39min
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  2. Number 2: Ep. 5 Behind the Front Desk w/ Lash Brownlowe

    LaSharen (Howell) Brownlowe is a seasoned Executive Assistant known for her exceptional organizational skills and dedication to providing outstanding executive support. With a career spanning over a decade, LaSharen has honed her expertise in managing complex calendars, coordinating international travel, and organizing high-stakes meetings and events. She currently excels in her role at Amazon Web Services in Arlington, VA, where she supports teams across multiple verticals within World Wide Public Sector and drives key deliverables to successful completion. Prior to her current role, LaSharen demonstrated her adeptness at managing executive support functions at Deloitte, where she provided strategic assistance to senior executives and facilitated smooth operational workflows. Her previous roles at Deloitte LLC, Harris Teeter and Project Still I Rise, Inc. further showcase her versatility and ability to thrive in dynamic environments. LaSharen’s technical proficiency spans MS Office, G-Suite, Concur Expense applications and various communication platforms, including Zoom and WebEX. She is skilled in handling confidential information with discretion and managing office services and supplies efficiently. In addition to her professional accomplishments, LaSharen is actively involved in community service, serving as an Executive Board Member for Homestretch, Inc., participating in Amazon’s community outreach initiatives such as using her skills and creativity to teach a summer STEM camp in conjunction with B.A.S.I.C.S International in Accra, Ghana; DC Capitol Pride Parade; Feed the World; Trees for Heroes - USO Mid-Atlantic and various other community give back initiatives. Her dedication to both her professional role and community involvement highlights her commitment to excellence and service. In her personal life LaSharen enjoys working peacefully in her garden, creating tasty meals for friends and family and satisfying her inner Anthropologist by frolicking around the world experiencing new cultures through food and dance.

    36min
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  3. Number 3: BONUS: Valentines Day Special - Behind the Front Desk w/ Andy Denham

    Master Sergeant Andrew C. Denham served in the Air Force from August 15, 1985, until his retirement August 31, 2010. He served in many different capacities and locations during his time in the Air Force, to include Security Specialist, Basic Military Training Instructor, Information Manager, Enlisted Aide, First Sergeant, and United States Honor Guard Ceremonial Guardsman. After retirement Andrew taught Air Force Junior ROTC at North Stafford High School in Stafford Virginia. After leaving teaching he as served as an executive assistant to the President of Wesley Theological Seminary, President of the White House Historical Association, and currently serves as the executive assistant to the Archivist of the United States at the National Archives and Records Administration in Washington, D.C.

    16min
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  4. Number 4: Ep. 4 Behind the Front Desk w/ Kim Woellecke

    Kim Woellecke Senior EA to Shailaja Shankar, SVP Engineering Cisco Security Business Group Kim Woellecke is the senior executive assistant supporting the SVP of Engineering for Cisco's Security Business Group, Shailaja Shankar. With 30 years of experience as an administrative professional, Kim has acquired a strong reputation for her exceptional organization skills, ability to manage complex schedules, and proactive approach to problem-solving. Throughout her career, she has supported C-level executives in fast-paced corporate environments. Kim's expertise is grounded in her ability to build a strong partnership with her executive and her understanding of the business in which she supports. Known for her professional and friendly demeanor, Kim has built strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. She is committed to providing high-level support and ensuring smooth business operations. Kim believes it is important to share the knowledge she has gained during her career. She does this by providing leadership and mentoring to the administrative team in her organization and participating in training opportunities for the broader administrative community at Cisco.

    31min
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  5. Number 5: Ep. 3 Behind the Front Desk w/ Deborah Green

    Deborah Green champions building and nurturing authentic connections across teams. As the former principal executive assistant to NI’s president, she was responsible for leading NI’s administrative team and driving productivity that supports the company’s vision. She brings three decades of experience across organizational stewardship, event management, and community networking. A recipient of a 2023 Austin Business Journal Women in Business Award, Green is passionate about building strong, strategic business partnerships between executive leadership teams and the administrative community and creating meaningful development platforms to build expertise and efficiency. Outside of working hours, Deborah embodies the values of being bold, kind connectors through her role as Founder of Administrative Professionals/Vendors Networking (APVN), which connects vendors and administrative professionals in the community. Above all else, Deborah is a proud mother.

    29min
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