Arlene Freedberg
About Arlene Freedberg
Arlene Freedberg is an Executive Assistant to the Co-Founder and CTO at Melio, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in administrative roles across various organizations, including Routes Travel, Columbia Business School, and Hadassah/Young Judaea Israel.
Current Role at Melio Payments
Arlene Freedberg serves as the Executive Assistant to the Co-Founder and CTO at Melio, a financial technology company based in Tel Aviv, Israel. In this role, she has been responsible for developing and analyzing the annual budget for the R&D department since 2021. Additionally, she coordinates logistics for Hackathons and team events, supporting a staff of 350. Freedberg also acts as the primary contact for arranging travel for executives, ensuring smooth operations within the organization.
Previous Experience in Operations and Administration
Freedberg has a diverse background in operations and administrative support. She worked at Routes Travel in Jerusalem, Israel, as an Operations Assistant from 2011 to 2013. Prior to that, she held the position of Executive Assistant at Columbia Business School for Employer Outreach from 2006 to 2007. Her experience also includes three years as Executive Assistant to the Chief Fundraising Officer at Hadassah / Young Judaea Israel from 2007 to 2010, and four years as Executive Assistant to the Career Office at Teach for America from 2002 to 2006.
Educational Background in Communication
Arlene Freedberg earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Maryland, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. This educational foundation has equipped her with the skills necessary for effective communication and coordination in her professional roles.
Experience at Walt Disney World
In 1998, Freedberg participated in the Walt Disney World College Program, where she worked as an Attractions Hostess for two months. This experience contributed to her customer service skills and ability to work in a dynamic environment.
Role at Citi and Event Management
Freedberg briefly worked at Citi in 2021 as an Executive Assistant and External Innovation Event Manager for six months in Tel Aviv, Israel. In this capacity, she managed logistics for events, further enhancing her expertise in coordinating large-scale activities and supporting executive functions.