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Vivienne Theodorakopoulou

Vivienne Theodorakopoulou

Executive Assistant To CEO - Office & Operations Manager
Patras
Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood.
Marie Curie

Summary

Experienced professional with 15+ years supporting senior executives and managing office operations. Skilled in streamlining processes, coordinating complex schedules, and ensuring smooth day-to-day business functions. Known for discretion, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Expertise: Executive support, office administration, budgeting, travel & event coordination, vendor management, HR support, and process optimization.

Strengths: Confidentiality, time management, clear communication, emotional intelligence, and team collaboration.

I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy creating structure that helps leaders and teams succeed.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Business Operations Manager & Executive Assistant

Think Silicon an Applied Materials Company
09.2017 - Current

Operations Manager

- Oversee daily office operations to ensure efficiency and alignment with company goals

- Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and procurement of office supplies and services

- Coordinate and supervise facilities management, including maintenance, repairs, space planning, and office relocations or closures

- Develop and implement administrative systems, policies, and procedures

- Monitor budgets, expenses, and cost-saving initiatives

- Support HR functions such as onboarding, offboarding, and employee engagement

- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal regulations

- Lead or support internal projects and cross-functional initiatives

Executive Assistant to the CEO

- Manage the CEO’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel logistics

- Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials for executive meetings

- Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders

- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

- Track and follow up on key action items and deadlines

- Support strategic planning and executive communications

- Organize board meetings, leadership offsites, and high-level events

International Customer Service Manager (part-time)

Swiss Luxury Clinic
03.2015 - 03.2020

- Independently managed global incoming leads, serve as the first point of contact to explain the transplantation method, assess individual needs, and coordinated consultation and procedure bookings.

EMEA Technical Support – German Speaking

Apple
10.2015 - 09.2017

- Provided technical support to Apple customers by efficiently managing incoming requests via phone and email, resolving issues with accuracy and professionalism.

International Clinic Manager

Ailesbury Hair Implants Ltd
07.2013 - 02.2015

- Supervised global incoming leads and a sales team of eight to ensure timely customer outreach, monitor monthly sales targets, provide team support, and deliver regular performance reports to the Sales Director.

Director of Operations & Personal Assistant to CEO

Advent Technologies Inc
09.2007 - 06.2013

- Acted as a trusted gatekeeper to the CEO, managing executive meetings and calendar, overseeing Group HR operations including contracts, onboarding, and payroll, handling financial tasks such as payments and budget control, leading end-to-end procurement processes, and supporting cross-functional initiatives in communication, sales, marketing, and customer service.

International Operations Manager

DHI Medical Group
03.2004 - 06.2007

- Oversaw global lead distribution to the sales team, supervised a team supporting 32 clinics worldwide to meet targets, managed price negotiations and bookings, and attended surgeries to assess technique quality and customer satisfaction.

Maternity Leave

None
10.2002 - 03.2004

Maternity Leave

Personal Assistant to the President

DHI Medical Group
03.2002 - 10.2002

- Served as Executive Assistant to the President while supervising the sales team and clinic operations to meet targets, managing complex customer negotiations and complaints, and was offered the position of Clinic Manager—an opportunity I respectfully declined to take maternity leave.

Management Accountant

Resilux Hellas
01.2000 - 11.2001

Oversaw inventory control of raw materials and daily production workflows, managed vendor relationships including contract negotiations, invoicing, and payments, and handled payroll and management inquiries with precision and confidentiality.

Accounts Assistant

Magna Interior Systems
10.1998 - 10.1999

Monitored purchase orders to ensure accurate invoice matching and served as a translator during meetings with German clients to support clear communication and understanding.

Senior Course Team Administrator

SFE Ltd
02.1998 - 09.1998

Planned educational events across England for teachers, while managing budgets and ensuring accurate accounting of all related expenses.

Reception Supervisor

Casino Rio
03.1996 - 10.1996

Supervised a team of 12 receptionists, ensuring strict adherence to confidentiality protocols and compliance regulations across all front-desk operations.

General Administrator

P.Theodorakopoulou & Co
11.1993 - 02.1996

Managed payroll for 38 employees, prepared VAT drafts, oversaw stock control, and handled import-export documentation as part of operations in a family-owned business.

Education

Business Administration & Accounting - Business Administration & Accounting

St. George Commercial College , Athens, Greece
09.1988 - 06.1991

Skills

Budgeting and forecasting

Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Zoom

Google Meet

Jira

Confluence

SAP

Concur

Workday

Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive

DocuSign

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Greek
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursWork from home optionCompany CultureCareer advancement

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests

Swimming

Making my own clothes

Timeline

Business Operations Manager & Executive Assistant - Think Silicon an Applied Materials Company
09.2017 - Current
EMEA Technical Support – German Speaking - Apple
10.2015 - 09.2017
International Customer Service Manager (part-time) - Swiss Luxury Clinic
03.2015 - 03.2020
International Clinic Manager - Ailesbury Hair Implants Ltd
07.2013 - 02.2015
Director of Operations & Personal Assistant to CEO - Advent Technologies Inc
09.2007 - 06.2013
International Operations Manager - DHI Medical Group
03.2004 - 06.2007
Maternity Leave - None
10.2002 - 03.2004
Personal Assistant to the President - DHI Medical Group
03.2002 - 10.2002
Management Accountant - Resilux Hellas
01.2000 - 11.2001
Accounts Assistant - Magna Interior Systems
10.1998 - 10.1999
Senior Course Team Administrator - SFE Ltd
02.1998 - 09.1998
Reception Supervisor - Casino Rio
03.1996 - 10.1996
General Administrator - P.Theodorakopoulou & Co
11.1993 - 02.1996
St. George Commercial College - Business Administration & Accounting, Business Administration & Accounting
09.1988 - 06.1991
Vivienne TheodorakopoulouExecutive Assistant To CEO - Office & Operations Manager