Mana F.
About Mana F.
Mana F. serves as the Executive Assistant to the Founder at Watershed in Colorado, a position she has held since 2022. With extensive experience in executive support across various industries, she has previously worked for notable companies including Levi Strauss & Co., Pinterest, and SEPHORA.
Work at Watershed
Mana F. has been serving as the Executive Assistant to the Founder at Watershed since 2022. In this role, she provides comprehensive support to the founder, leveraging her extensive experience in executive assistance. Her responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and facilitating communication within the organization. Mana's role is crucial in ensuring operational efficiency and supporting the strategic initiatives of the company.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Mana F. held various executive assistant roles across multiple organizations. She worked at Levi Strauss & Co. as the Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she served as the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer at DivcoWest for four months in 2017. Her experience also includes a role at Pinterest as an Executive Assistant Business Partner from 2018 to 2019, and at SEPHORA as the Executive Assistant to the EVP, Chief Operating Officer Sephora Americas from 2011 to 2017.
Background in Operations and Project Management
Mana F. has a strong background in operations and project management. She worked at Gap Inc. as a Senior Project Manager in Communications & Operations for nine years, from 1996 to 2005. Additionally, she served as an Operations & Executive Assistant at Hitachi Consulting from 2006 to 2009. Her diverse experience in these roles has equipped her with skills in organizing complex projects and managing operational tasks effectively.
Expertise in Executive Support
Mana F. is recognized for her exceptional partnership and agility in providing executive support. She has a strong focus on organization, which has been a key factor in her success as an Executive Assistant. Mana is skilled in managing complex domestic and international travel arrangements and dynamic calendars with efficiency. She has also acted as chief of staff, responsible for writing communications and preparing presentations on behalf of executives.
Leadership and Team Coordination
In her previous roles, Mana F. has demonstrated leadership capabilities by serving as the lead Executive Assistant for a team of 30. She organized monthly meetings focused on development and information sharing, facilitating collaboration and communication among team members. Her ability to coordinate and lead initiatives has contributed to the overall effectiveness of the teams she has supported.