Vanessa Riscica Alfano
About Vanessa Riscica Alfano
Vanessa Riscica Alfano serves as the Director of Operations at Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. since 2020 and has extensive experience in executive assistance across various companies.
Work at Essential Properties Realty Trust
Vanessa Riscica Alfano has been serving as the Director of Operations at Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. since 2020. In this role, she oversees various operational functions within the company, contributing to its strategic objectives. Prior to her current position, she worked as the Executive Assistant to the President at the same organization starting in 2016. Her tenure at Essential Properties has spanned over eight years, during which she has played a key role in supporting executive leadership and facilitating operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Real Estate and Finance
Before joining Essential Properties, Vanessa Riscica Alfano held several positions that provided her with extensive experience in the real estate and finance sectors. She worked at NAI Global as an Executive Assistant to the President from 2011 to 2013. Prior to that, she was employed at Sovereign Investment Company as an Assistant to the President and Acquisitions Associate from 2005 to 2011. Additionally, she served as an Executive Assistant to the Executive Vice President of Banking & Technology at Goldman Sachs for seven months in 2004.
Education and Professional Development
Vanessa Riscica Alfano studied at The Cittone Institute, where she earned an Associate's degree as an Office Automation Specialist from 1993 to 1994. This educational background has equipped her with essential skills in office management and automation, which she has applied throughout her career in various administrative and operational roles.
Career Progression and Roles
Vanessa Riscica Alfano's career includes a progression of roles that highlight her expertise in executive support and operations management. After her initial role at Goldman Sachs, she transitioned to Novo Nordisk as a Senior Executive Assistant from 2013 to 2016. Her diverse experience across different organizations has contributed to her professional development and operational knowledge, enabling her to excel in her current position.