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Catherine Drakakis

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative professional with proven organisational and communication skills. Extensive experience in managing administration procedures and implementing innovative ideas to improve efficiency. International experience in coordinating events and road shows across Europe, Asia, and South America. Enjoy working in a fun, inspiring environment, and building relationships with clients.

Work History

Family and Household CEO

Drakakis Family (current)
Brisbane, QLD
  • Manage household operations including schedules, appointments, and procurement.
  • Organise family holidays including bookings and itineraries.
  • Oversaw construction of family home and manage ongoing maintenance requirements.
  • Volunteer at children's schools to support educational activities and community engagement.

Executive Management Support Officer

Southbank Institute of Technology (2008 - 2010)
Brisbane, QLD
  • Delivered high level, proactive administrative and business support to the Director of the Faculty of Business and Community, ensuring seamless faculty operations and facilitating the achievement of faculty goals.

Personal Assistant & Events Coordinator

Tishman Speyer (2005 - 2008)
London
  • Organised investor conferences, road shows, exhibitions, and hospitality events across Europe for Managing Director of Equity Capital Markets group.
  • Coordinated marketing materials and communications targeting investors.
  • Delivered comprehensive support to Managing Director in strategic initiatives and operational tasks.

Executive Support Officer

Queensland Government - Educaton & Transport (2000 - 2005)
Brisbane, QLD
  • Coordinated executive schedules, appointments and events for Directors.
  • Managed official correspondence, ensuring timely responses and proper documentation.
  • Facilitated communication between executives and internal teams to support project initiatives.
  • Implemented office procedures to enhance workflow efficiency in a government setting.

Education

Bachelor of Business - Marketing -

Griffith University
QLD
01-2000

Skills

  • Project management and event coordination
  • Customer relations
  • Budget management
  • Office administration and procurement
  • Problem resolution

Affiliations

  • Fashion and home interiors
  • Travel
  • Spending time with family and pet dog, preferably in the sun with a coffee
  • Yoga and walking

Timeline

Family and Household CEO

Drakakis Family (current)

Executive Management Support Officer

Southbank Institute of Technology (2008 - 2010)

Personal Assistant & Events Coordinator

Tishman Speyer (2005 - 2008)

Executive Support Officer

Queensland Government - Educaton & Transport (2000 - 2005)

Bachelor of Business - Marketing -

Griffith University

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