Leanne Murray
About Leanne Murray
Leanne Murray is a Senior Administrative Assistant at NWEA with extensive experience in event planning and strategic communication. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has worked in various administrative roles across organizations in the Portland, Oregon area.
Work at NWEA
Leanne Murray has been serving as a Senior Administrative Assistant at NWEA since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for a variety of administrative tasks that support the organization’s operations. Her experience includes planning, promoting, and implementing events such as trainings and conferences. Murray's role requires her to manage confidential and sensitive information, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Education and Expertise
Leanne Murray earned a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she studied from 1985 to 1989. She also attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for a Master of Social Work program, although she did not complete the degree. Her expertise includes strategic communication, decision-making, and handling confidential information, particularly in financial and human resources contexts.
Background
Prior to her current position at NWEA, Leanne Murray held several roles in administrative support. She worked as the Assistant Director at the Oregon Microenterprise Network (OMEN) from 2010 to 2013 and served as the Executive Assistant to the President/CEO at POIC + RAHS from 2017 to 2019. These positions contributed to her extensive experience in event planning and organizational support.
Skills and Proficiencies
Leanne Murray possesses strong public speaking skills, having presented at various platforms including meetings, seminars, and community events. She is proficient in several software tools, including InDesign, Acrobat Pro, and Constant Contact, which support her administrative and communication tasks. Her ability to effectively manage events and communicate strategically is a key aspect of her professional skill set.