Michelle Diefenderfer
About Michelle Diefenderfer
Michelle Diefenderfer is a Senior Executive Business Partner at Workato, where she manages a team of administrative professionals and oversees employee engagement activities. She has a background in business administration and has held various administrative roles at organizations including San Jose State University, PABCO Gypsum, and Western Digital.
Current Role at Workato
Michelle Diefenderfer serves as a Senior Executive Business Partner at Workato since 2020. In this role, she manages a team of four administrative professionals, focusing on the alignment and execution of administrative processes. She oversees employee engagement activities, including the Snappy recognition program and employee anniversary program. Additionally, she coordinates large-scale internal events such as the Sales Club and Sales Kickoff, ensuring adherence to budget and enhancing employee experiences.
Previous Work Experience
Michelle has a diverse work history prior to her current position. She worked at San Jose State University as a Teacher's Assistant in 2012 for four months. From 2014 to 2018, she served as an Administrative Assistant III at PABCO® Gypsum in Newark, California. Following that, she held the position of Administrative Assistant IV at Western Digital for one year in 2018-2019. She also worked at Lumenis as an Executive Assistant/Project Manager in 2019 and briefly at Toshiba Memory America, Inc. as a Senior Executive Administrative Assistant.
Education and Qualifications
Michelle studied at San Jose State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration and Management from 2011 to 2013. Prior to that, she attended Gavilan College, obtaining an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Business Administration from 2008 to 2011. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in administrative support and business management.
Project Management and Initiatives
At Workato, Michelle has been instrumental in planning and executing the Global Travel & Expense Policy rollout. This involved developing training materials and a comprehensive communication plan. She also created an Administrative Resource collection in the Guru knowledge base, aimed at streamlining access to essential business information for employees. These initiatives reflect her commitment to enhancing operational efficiency.
Early Career Development
Michelle began her career as a Writing Assistant at Gavilan College from 2009 to 2011. This role allowed her to develop her skills in communication and support. Her early experiences in various administrative roles laid the groundwork for her subsequent positions, contributing to her professional growth and expertise in administrative functions.