Full-Time

Executive Assistant

Posted on 7/23/2024

Gesture

Gesture

51-200 employees

Online platform for sending gifts easily

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$65.5k - $75.5kAnnually

+ Annual Performance Bonus + Stock + Incentive Compensation Plans

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Category
Executive Support
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Required Skills
Management
Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably supporting CEO(s) or other C-level executives.
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment, with startup experience being a significant plus.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff, stakeholders, and external partners.
  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and to deal with professionals inside and outside the company.
  • High proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and other digital tools for executive support.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with high precision and minimal supervision.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
Responsibilities
  • Act as the primary point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
  • Manage the CEO's calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
  • Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents on behalf of the CEO.
  • Facilitate efficient communication channels between the CEO and other C-level executives, ensuring alignment across the company's strategic objectives.
  • Assist in managing the CEO's workload and priorities by organizing and maintaining files, projects, and operations.
  • Coordinate and prepare for high-level meetings, including agenda preparation, documenting minutes, and follow-up on action items.
  • Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
  • Support the CEO in external relations, representing the CEO and the company in a professional manner.
  • Assist in special projects as needed, providing flexible support to ensure company objectives are achieved.

Gesture.vip simplifies the online gifting process, making it easy for individuals and businesses to send gifts. Users can browse a curated selection of gifts, from flowers to personalized experiences, and complete their purchase through a user-friendly online platform. The company partners with various vendors to offer a diverse range of options, generating revenue through direct sales and service fees. Gesture.vip stands out by focusing on creating a seamless and enjoyable gifting experience, addressing common challenges in traditional gift-giving. The goal is to make gifting more gratifying and accessible for all occasions.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$2.5M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

16%

1 year growth

-5%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for personalized gifts boosts Gesture.vip's market potential.
  • Corporate gifting trends offer lucrative opportunities for Gesture.vip's business model.
  • Growth funding from Decathlon Capital Partners supports Gesture.vip's expansion plans.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Amazon and Etsy threatens Gesture.vip's market share.
  • Supply chain issues in floral goods could lead to delivery delays.
  • Data privacy concerns may impact customer trust and retention.

What makes Gesture unique

  • Gesture.vip simplifies gifting with an Uber-like, on-demand delivery model.
  • The platform offers a curated selection of gifts for personal and corporate clients.
  • Gesture.vip partners with vendors to provide diverse, personalized gifting options.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Stock Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Budget

INACTIVE