Sheila Ahern
About Sheila Ahern
Sheila Ahern is a Senior Executive Assistant at Adaptimmune, where she supports the Chief Patient Supply Officer and other senior executives. With over thirty years of experience, she is recognized for her strong work ethic, superb grammar skills, and ability to manage complex schedules and confidential information.
Work at Adaptimmune
Sheila Ahern has been employed at Adaptimmune since 2015, serving as the Senior Executive Assistant to the Chief Patient Supply Officer, Senior Vice President of Product Development, and Vice President of Quality Assurance. In this role, she manages the executive's travel schedule, arrangements, and expense reimbursements. Ahern also plans and oversees all aspects of meetings, including invitations, agendas, guest scheduling, and audio-visual support. She is recognized for her ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Sheila Ahern held several executive assistant roles across various organizations. She worked at FOX Rehabilitation as the Executive Assistant to the President and COO from 2014 to 2015. Before that, she served at Philadelphia Media Network from 2007 to 2010 as Executive Assistant to the EVP & Publisher of the Daily News. Ahern also worked at Popular Community Bank from 2004 to 2007 as a Senior Executive Assistant and at American Express from 2000 to 2004 as a Senior Executive Assistant to multiple executives. Her career began at ERT, where she was the Executive Assistant to the CEO from 2011 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Sheila Ahern studied at Rowan College at Gloucester County, where she focused on Education and earned an Associate's degree from 1992 to 1998. She possesses over thirty years of experience working with senior executives and clientele in fast-paced environments. Ahern demonstrates advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. She is also known for her superb grammar and proofreading skills, which she utilizes in her current role.
Mentorship and Training
In her current position at Adaptimmune, Sheila Ahern trains, mentors, and directs others, showcasing her leadership abilities. She serves as the first point of contact for the executive she supports, representing them in a professional manner. Ahern's strong work ethic and professional presence contribute to her effectiveness in managing relationships with both executives and clientele.