Do you want to know what it takes to work as a high-performing Executive Assistant? You’ll find out when you listen to The EA Campus podcast. Join Nicky Christmas, the Founder of Practically Perfect PA and The EA Campus, for a weekly interview with successful Assistants who all have first-hand experience and lessons to share on what it takes to excel in the role. Tune in, get inspired and learn how to create an Assistant career where you are valued, motivated and ready to face every challeng ...
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Ep43: Gabrielle Waxenberg, High-Performing Executive Assistant
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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,…
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Ep42: Becky Kaapuni, Sr. Executive Assistant at Salesforce
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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 b…
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Ep 41: Chelsea Fox, Business Management at STACK Infrastructure
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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 assis…
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Ep 40: Catherine Wright, Executive Assistant to CEO at Krome Technologies
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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 mana…
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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…
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Ep 38: Rebecca Greenhill, Executive Assistant to the CEO, Cobalt Search
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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 h…
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Ep37: William Richardson, Executive Assistant To CEO, United Launch Alliance (ULA)
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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 s…
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Ep36: Grazia Maietta, Head of Operations and EA to CEO at Condense
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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 teac…
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Ep35: Emily O'Hara, Executive Assistant to the CEO at Inicio Group
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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 schedul…
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Ep 34 - Laura Escalante, Executive Assistant, Golden Software
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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 immig…
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Ep 33: Tawnya Convoy, Executive Assistant to CEO at Absorb
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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…
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Ep 32: Christi Brewer, Executive Assistant to the CEO at Shipt
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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, a…
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Ep 31: Holly Copsey, Business Support Specialist at Virtually Priceless
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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, particularl…
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Ep 30: Shaun Alphonso, Executive Business Partner at Georgian
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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 S…
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Ep 29: Lora Wicher, Founder of Lora May Virtual PA
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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 experie…
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Ep 28: Hayley Hudson, Founder of Hudson Admin Support
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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 …
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Ep 27: Stephanie Hand, Founder OnHand Executive Services
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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, Stephani…
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Ep 26: Katie Parker, Founder of Parker PA Ltd
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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, Ka…
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Ep 25: Abbie Fernandes Founder of Swift VA
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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 crit…
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Ep 24: Jamila Benomar, Founder of Your Virtual Pod
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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.…
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Ep 23: Pippa Andrade, Founder PAVA Support
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In this week's episode of The EA Campus podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Pippa Andrade, Founder of PAVA Support. Following a long career as a corporate Assistant in financial services, Pippa took her career in a new direction by starting a VA business. In this episode, we explore her journey and learn how she started her business and the c…
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Ep 22: Lauren Bordon, Founder Your Trilingual Support
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In our next episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we interview Lauren Bordon, Founder of Your Trilingual Support. Lauren shared her journey from linguist to Executive Assistant, working for private HNMI in Mayfair, London and setting up her virtual support business and relocating to Barcelona, Spain. Enjoy the next episode of The EA Campus Podcast. The…
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Ep 21: Claire Houston and Paula Kokare, Founders of Houston & Ko
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We are thrilled to have two guests with us this week. Claire Houston and Paula Kokare are the Founders of Houston & Ko. This business helps entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses focus on what matters most for their growth by delegating the most tedious and time-draining tasks. Claire and Paula share their insights on what it takes for Assis…
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Ep 20: Purvi Shah, Executive Assistant to the Executive Team at PA Media Group
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We are thrilled to have Purvi Shah as the next guest on The EA Campus Podcast. Purvi is an established Assistant who has worked across many industries, including media, wine & spirits and financial services. We discussed her start in the Assistant sector, what it is like working in a fast-paced news organisation and supporting multiple c-suite leve…
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Ep Nineteen: Tara Sims, Sr. Manager Administrative Services Office Management at Comcast
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In the next episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we have a fantastic interview with Tara Sims, Senior Manager of Administrative Services Office Management at Comcast. Tara is a dynamic, strategic problem solver and executive partner with 15+ years of experience supporting C-suite leaders and other senior-level professionals within Fortune 500 companie…
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Ep Eighteen: Hayley Herriotts, Executive Assistant at L’Oréal Luxe
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In this episode, we are delighted to have Hayley Herriotts, an Executive Assistant at L’Oréal Luxe. We had a fantastic discussion about her experience working in the luxury beauty industry, working at and getting promoted with one organisation and what that takes for an Assistant to achieve. We talked about juggling work and being a mum, taking tim…
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Ep17: Aisha Everett-Khalif, Business Manager at CUNA Mutual Group
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In this episode, we have a fantastic conversation with Aisha Everett-Khalif, Business Manager at CUNA Mutual Group. Aisha shares her journey from Assistant to Business Manager. We talk about her intentional morning routine, how she manages her time and the challenges of an in-depth role. We discussed her DEI work and the importance of bringing your…
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Ep16: with Becca Steifle, Senior Executive Assistant at Renewable Water Resources
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In this episode, we are delighted to have Rebecca Steifle, an Assistant with over 27 years of experience in executive administration, organizational management, sales and corporate governance. In the interview, we discussed Becca's career in banking, how she moved into an Assistant role, and how she builds relationships with her Executives and mana…
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EP15: Hilary Fung, Executive Assistant at Slack
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In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we interview Hilary Fung, EA at Slack. Hilary is a knowledgeable, meticulous Assistant who understands how to create impact in the Assistant role. Hilary talked about her experiences working at Slack and shared some great tips for using Slack effectively. We discussed working for multiple Executives, buildi…
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Ep14: Fiona Hurst, Executive Assistant to the CLO at SThree
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On this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we have Fiona Hurst, Executive Assistant to the Chief Legal Officer at SThree. Before her current role, Fiona worked at Airbnb in their Paris office. It was indeed a rollercoaster ride, and we spent a lot of time talking about her experiences working at a unicorn start-up right at the beginning of its rise.…
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Ep13: High-touch hospitality in the Assistant role with Ethan Bull, Founder of ProAssisting
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On this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we are excited to welcome our guest Ethan Bull, Founder of ProAssisting and co-founder of The 29-Hour Workday. Ethan started his career as an Assistant in the entertainment industry before supporting senior-level Executives in the fast-paced world of advertising. Ethan and his family moved out of New York C…
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Ep12: It's about being open-minded with Puichi Hau, EA at Our Future Health
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Our next episode is with Puichi Hau, EA at Our Future Health. Puichi is a highly competent, resourceful and discrete solution provider often relied on to fix things. She is always the 'go-to' person for colleagues, friends, and family. Puichi takes us through her career, which has covered many industries and sectors. She shares her thoughts on fall…
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Ep11: Communication, optimisation and momentum with Roxanne Smith, Executive Assistant at DeepMind
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In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we are thrilled to be joined by Roxanne Smith, PA, at DeepMind. Roxanne is a thoughtful and determined Assistant who brings such a depth of knowledge to any conversation about the Assistant role. Roxanne is ten years into her Assistant career and is building an impressive range of skills that make her stand…
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Ep10: Make sure you get what you want with Fiona Shea, EA to the Group Chief Executive at Legal and General
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On this episode, we are joined by Fiona Shea, EA to the Group Chief Executive at Legal and General. Fiona has over twenty years of experience working with senior board-level Executives. Her knowledge shines through in this interview. We discuss the partnership with her current Executive and her techniques for remembering every request. Fiona shares…
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Ep9: Keeping everyone on track with Jessie Pearson, EA at Workspace Group
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We are delighted to be joined by Jessie Pearson, PA, to CFO and Director of Strategy & Corporate Development at Workspace Group. A London-based real estate business. We talked across a broad range of subjects in this discussion, including Jessie’s start as a receptionist and how that helped her in her Assistant career; we spoke of her need to take …
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Ep8: Remote but reachable with Janice Parker, Remote Executive Assistant at Luno
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Janice is the Executive Assistant to the CEO and Founder of Luno. Janice has over 14 years of experience working in Australia and London, and she currently supports her Executive remotely from her home in Melbourne. Janice is incredibly passionate about the Assistant role and has a huge amount of knowledge which I'm so pleased she has shared with o…
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Ep7: Rosy Garner, Executive Assistant at Etsy
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Rosy and I recorded the podcast just a few months before she decided to leave Etsy to travel and spend time with her family, but we are really grateful to be able to share the conversation with you today. During the conversation, we discussed how she started her career as an Assistnat, having previously worked in the theatre. We discussed how she w…
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Ep6: Drive your own career with Abigail Jones, EA at Meta
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Abigail Jones, EA at Meta, always brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to these talks, and she doesn’t disappoint today. We discussed her career, her passions outside of her work, how she likes to work in partnership with her Executive, the strengths she brings to the Assistant role and how she protects her boundaries. The EA Campus…
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Ep5: Trusting your Gut with Emma Kate Bos, Executive Assistant to the CEO at APA Group
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We are delighted to be joined by Emma Kate Bos, Executive Assistant to the CEO at APA Group, Australia's largest natural gas infrastructure business. Emma is a highly skilled EA with vast business support, events, project management, and operations knowledge. In our interview, we discussed Emma Kate's choice to be an Assistant, her love of managing…
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Ep 4: with Tina Ramamurthy, CEO Office Lead at Babbel
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Tina is an incredibly focused and strategic force, and she offers a tremendous amount of value to our listeners today. I loved talking with her and hearing about her health journey and how that has contributed to increased confidence. Her move to Berlin and why she changed her career focus from marketing and communications to supporting the CEO and…
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Ep3: Be the CEO of you with Renee Viens, Partner Executive Assistant at Underscore VC
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We are delighted to be joined by Renee Viens, Partner Executive Assistant at Underscore VC. Renee lives in Boston, Massachusetts and has been an EA for over 20 years in various industries supporting all levels of the c-suite. We discuss Renee’s new Underscore VC role and the recruitment process. We talk about her incredible network and ability to p…
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Ep2: Learning as you go with Suzie Ellams, Executive Assistant to the Co-CEO & CTO of OSTTRA
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In the second episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we are thrilled to be joined by Suzie Ellams, EA, to the Co-CEO & CTO of OSTTRA. Suzie has been an Assistant for twenty years working at Elle Magazine, Burberry and now OSTTRA, a start-up Fintech company. In our conversation, Suzie shares tips on starting working in fashion and publishing. Her decisio…
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Ep1: Why pressure is a privilege with Emily Housley, EA to the CEO of Crisp
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As a strategic Assistant, Emily Housley is the CEO's partner in getting things done. In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, she shares how she operates with a positive sense of urgency, a high level of proactiveness, and a solution-focused mindset to transform ideas into action. Although Emily has been working in the role for only a few years sh…
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Welcome to our new podcast. It’s called The EA Campus Podcast, and each week Nicky Christmas, Founder of Practically Perfect PA and The EA Campus, will talk to Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants and Administrative professionals that she knows, admires, and always has wanted to meet and talk to to about their careers, how they started as Assi…
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