Maria Alaniz
About Maria Alaniz
Maria Alaniz is an Executive Business Partner at Talkdesk with over 15 years of experience in various administrative and managerial roles.
Current Role at Talkdesk
Maria Alaniz currently serves as an Executive Business Partner at Talkdesk. In this role, she operates remotely, aiding in various executive support functions, including calendar management, problem-solving, and decision-making. Her position at Talkdesk leverages her extensive background in executive assistance, allowing her to utilize her skills in clerical tasks, communication, and coordination. This role highlights her capability to work effectively under pressure and her proficiency in essential business support tasks.
Previous Experience at Zscaler
From 2016 to 2023, Maria Alaniz worked at Zscaler as an Executive Assistant to the Worldwide VP/GM ZPA Sales & VP/GM Americas. Over her seven-year tenure in San Jose, CA, she developed a comprehensive understanding of executive support and time management. Her responsibilities included managing complex calendars, organizing high-level meetings, and supporting senior executives in their daily tasks. Her role required strong problem-solving abilities and fast, accurate decision-making skills, which contributed to the efficient operation of the sales and management teams.
Roles at DataStax
Maria Alaniz held two roles at DataStax between 2011 and 2016. Initially, she served as Executive Administrator and Office Manager from 2011 to 2014. In this role, she managed office operations and provided administrative support to executives. From 2014 to 2016, she transitioned to the role of America's Resource Manager, where she was responsible for resource allocation and coordination across the Americas. Her experience at DataStax allowed her to hone her skills in time management, social perceptiveness, and coordination.
Experience at Cisco IronPort Systems
Maria Alaniz worked at Cisco IronPort Systems as a Lobby Ambassador from 2008 to 2011. During this period, she was affiliated with Manpower, providing frontline customer service and administrative support. Her role as a Lobby Ambassador required her to engage in active listening, social perceptiveness, and excellent communication skills, ensuring that visitors and employees had a positive experience. Her three-year tenure at Cisco IronPort Systems laid a strong foundation for her subsequent roles in administrative and executive support.
Early Career Roles
During the early stages of her career, Maria Alaniz gained valuable experience in customer service and client relations. From 2005 to 2008, she worked at Crusader Automotive as a Client, followed by a role as a Customer Service Representative at Taymor Industries from 2004 to 2006. These positions helped her develop strong problem-solving skills, social perceptiveness, and the ability to work well both individually and as part of a team. Her early career experiences were instrumental in shaping her professional capabilities and work ethic.