Smitha Somaiah
About Smitha Somaiah
Smitha Somaiah is a C Level Executive Assistant to the Founder at VIRGIO, with extensive experience in executive support roles across various industries. She has a background in technology management and office administration, having worked for notable companies including SAP, AirAsia, and Myntra.
Current Role at Virgio
Smitha Somaiah serves as the C-Level Executive Assistant to the Founder at Virgio, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for providing high-level administrative support, managing schedules, and facilitating communication between the founder and various stakeholders. Her expertise in technology management and office administration contributes to the efficiency of operations within the organization.
Previous Experience at SAP
Smitha Somaiah worked at SAP from 2008 to 2016, where she held multiple roles as an Executive Assistant. She initially served as the Executive Assistant to the VP & Head of Regional Deliveries for America for four years in Bangalore. Later, she worked as the Executive Assistant to the Head of SAP Digital Business Services in India for eight years. Her tenure at SAP involved developing and implementing policies that enhanced operational efficiency.
Career at Myntra and AirAsia
Smitha Somaiah was employed at Myntra as the Executive Assistant to the CEO from 2019 to 2022, where she managed executive schedules and communications. Prior to Myntra, she worked at AirAsia as the Executive Assistant to the MD & CEO from 2016 to 2019. In both roles, she demonstrated her ability to liaise effectively with clients and internal teams, ensuring smooth operations.
Educational Background
Smitha Somaiah holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Mangalore University. This educational foundation has equipped her with essential skills in business management and administration, which she has applied throughout her career in various executive assistant roles.
Skills and Expertise
Smitha Somaiah is proficient in MS Office and has extensive experience in technology management. She is skilled in managing both domestic and international travel arrangements for C-level executives. Her ability to serve as a liaison among clients, internal staff, and external parties has been a significant aspect of her roles, contributing to effective communication and operational success.