M ONICA L ANG

Aurora, CO 80016 mo.lang21@yahoo.com H 303.690.1990 C 303.909.5239

SENIOR ADVISOR PROFILE

National Organizations / Corporate & Government Entities / Executive Leadership
Process Initiatives / High Volume & Established Organizations / Multiple Programs and Services
Highly organized and independently-driven professional with extensive experience and a proven track record of
achievements in supporting various initiatives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Consistently align strategies with
business goals achieving significant improvements in service excellence and depth of talent. Seasoned background
managing multiple complex duties complemented by thorough legal and recruiting knowledge. Articulate communicator
with reputation as a strong, intelligent leader possessing high standards and powerful drive for results. Technologically
savvy backed by the natural ability to quickly master new tools and techniques.
Key Strengths:

Strategic Planning & Implementation

C-Level Leadership & Direction
Business Development & Market Reach
Quality & Standards of Excellence
Professional Development & Training Initiatives

Partnership Development
Multifaceted Business Acumen
Budget Administration / Management
Contract / Benefits Negotiations
Marketing / Advertising

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SHANE CO. Centennial, Colorado
Special Assistant to the Shanes (1/2015 to 8/2015)
Delivered high-level assistance to senior executives within well-known family-owned business; brought on board to
create accountability, structure, and organizational improvements for the Chairman and the President.
Facilitated broad range of business operations, including scheduling, daily office flow, conferences, and
domestic/international travel itineraries. Handled internal and external communications and correspondence.
Represented executives at company during their absence. Supported definition of role, goals, and expectations for
executive team. Contributed to evaluating and recommending improvements in the performance of executive team;
coordinated with Chief Human Resource Officer in creating and implementing leadership development and succession
planning. Collaborated closely with EVP of Operations and team of Directors, Sales Development to streamline
reporting and cross-team communications. Coordinated with Chairman's Personal Assistant in Asia on multiple joint
matters including HR, estate, finances, correspondence, travel, and confidential matters. Selected Contributions:
Leveraged highly diplomatic style of communication to assist President to balance casual, transparent, and
friendly work environment with refined professional leadership requirements.
Acknowledged as the voice of the Chairman and the President with responsibility for interfacing with company
executives, managers, and staff across all internal departments and within 20 United States retail stores.
Assisted with talent analysis and created performance improvement comparisons for roles across company
levels; aided in developing a 30-month strategic business plan with the Chairman and President.
Managed organizational change initiatives to remove struggles with informal time management; developed
agendas and timelines that increased productivity and efficiency.
CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER Denver, Colorado
Senior Advisor to Mayor Michael B. Hancock (2011 to 2014)
Supported new government administration through providing expert-level advisement on establishing and maintaining
streamlined, efficient, and accurate systems management operations.
Senior mayoral staff member responsible for identifying, planning, and implementing process and operational
improvements for mayor and government agency. Managed calendar, conference, meeting, and briefing schedules
and logistics. Handled correspondence including requests for meetings, events, training, private engagements, and
video tapings; assessed scope and provided recommendations to mayor as related to initiatives, agenda, and strategic
vision. Served as the mayors point-of-contact for the White House, excelling at collaborating with federal lobbyists and
other team members to deliver, direct, and strategize his visits for intergovernmental policy driven initiatives. Arranged
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meetings at White House and other departmental agencies. Participated in meetings, managed confidential
information, and communicated critical developments directly to mayor. Coordinated media advisories, special events,
and PR in collaboration with the Director of Communications as it related to the mayors schedule. Supervised two
assistants and one intern. Selected Contributions:
Created strong partnerships with City and County of Denver agencies along with regional business leaders,
philanthropists, non-profit organizations, religious organizations and municipal agencies.
Collaborated with White House personnel during Vice President Biden event focused on domestic violence;
ensured confidentiality while scouting location, coordinating guest appearances, collaborating with Secret
Service, and overseeing transportation needs.
Partnered with the Denver Broncos professional football team in organizing, planning, and executing a united
celebration for Super Bowl XLVIII in New York.
TRIMPA GROUP Denver, Colorado
Business Manager (2010 to 2011)
Led operations for legal, political consulting and government relations firm advising high profile leaders within state and
federal levels of government.
Coordinated office administrative policies, procedures, and outcomes while streamlining systems and operations.
Communicated with lobbyists and consultants regarding clients projects focused on public policy, philanthropic and
political wealth advising, and political strategy. Managed budgets, expenses, and accounting including A/P and A/R,
payroll, and reporting. Orchestrated executive calendars; scheduled meetings, conferences, and events; organized
travel accommodations. Created and disseminated briefing reports. Prepared and filed lobbyist disclosure statements.
Managed all aspects of political fundraising special events. Selected Contributions:
Enhanced effectiveness of principal by supporting information management and planning programs.
Eloquently liaised among diverse partners including corporate, non-profit, and individual clients.
Developed administrative office performance by designing and implementing a streamlined system.
STATE OF COLORADO Denver, Colorado
Executive Assistant to Governor Bill Ritter, Jr. (2009 to 2010)
In a fast-paced environment with constantly changing needs, diligently supported the top public official in Colorado.
Held responsibility for variety of coordination functions in highly visible role. Managed Governors full schedule,
including screening, confirming / declining requests, and logistics supervision / administration. Planned events to
ensure seamless operations. Defined office procedures / standards of operation and assisted in delegating duties to
drive top efficiency. Handled confidential information and researched / analyzed array of data to determine and procure
cost-effective, efficient, and top-quality service. Maintained extensive, up-to-date contact information for wide network.
Oversaw filing, generated detailed reports, composed professional correspondence, arranged travel, and monitored /
enforced regulatory compliance. Organized media materials. Selected Contributions:
Built and fostered strong relationships with cross-functional staff, senior management, government agencies,
VIP contacts, and general public, exhibiting utmost tact and discretion to present positive image.
Autonomously directed administrative functions and resolved issues; trusted for excellent judgment, reliability,
and composure in high-stress situations.
CONSOLIDATED INVESTMENT GROUP Greenwood Village, Colorado
Executive Assistant to the CEO (2008 to 2009)
Provided multifaceted, high-level support to well-respected leader with portfolio valued at approximately $1B.
Acted as principal point of contact for all incoming communications, effectively assessing and filtering correspondence.
Established strong relationships with executive business leaders and partners. Maintained contact files and business,
social, and political connections, providing prompt, professional service to represent CEO. Directed event logistics and
tracked project progress of multiple direct reports. Selected Contributions:
Orchestrated recruitment for highly selective positions within organization, maintaining utmost confidentiality
and organizing top talent pool to ensure company success.
Significantly saved time for CEO through proactive problem resolution, efficient project management, strong
multitasking, and effective anticipation of needs to drive decisive actions.
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BROWNSTEIN HYATT FARBER SCHRECK Denver, Colorado

Director of Attorney Recruitment (2003 to 2008)
Directed company-wide recruitment operations for attorneys in widely recognized law and policy firm in Western US
and Washington DC with more than 250 attorneys and policy consultants in 12 offices.
Managed comprehensive recruitment cycle including long-range strategic planning and new initiatives, diversity
programming, administrative operations and partnership development with recruitment firms and universities. Posted
job openings, screened resumes, interviewed, and responded to national candidates. Negotiated salaries / bonuses
and relocation services. Developed law student recruitment and summer associate programs integrating all offices in
the program; trained interviewers, met with university partners to organize events and recruitment days, negotiated
salaries and executed strong follow-up. Administered budget. Targeted recruiting events, conferences, and meetings;
traveled to represent firm. Directed development and distribution of marketing material and correspondence. Created
reports, strategies and budgets for monthly department and quarterly shareholder meetings. Selected Contributions:
Created a highly successful 12-week structured program for 15 summer associates, targeting and training
mentors on program goals; program provided valuable in-depth experience for participants.
Fostered an outstanding presence on university campuses and with student organizations as a result of
leadership in initiating strong collaboration and partnerships with academic institutions.
Spearheaded enhancement of diversity policies, achieving the 2007 Qwest for Diversity Award; additionally
assisted in company's first recruitment brochure, winning the IABC Colorado Bronze Quill 2007 Award of Merit.
BROWNSTEIN HYATT & FARBER, P.C. Denver, Colorado
Executive Assistant (1998 to 2003)
Supported full range of administrative assistance to Founding Partner and President for this industrious law firm.
Coordinated and directed office services including file management, office budget expenditures, personnel
supervision, work flow process reviews and reporting procedures. Liaised with clients, community foundations,
shareholders, associates and staff. Read and analyzed incoming correspondence and reports to determine
significance and distribution. Coordinated an extensive calendar of client and internal meetings, travel schedule,
interviews and appearances. Managed world-wide travel budget. Selected Contributions:
Proactively managed fast-paced, legal practice offering outstanding organizational management skills meeting
time-sensitive deadlines while ensuring confidentiality on both business and personal matters.
Orchestrated and project-managed numerous organizational events and external collaborations: political
fundraisers, firm-wide client development activities, community charitable events and employee functions.
ENCORE MEDIA CORPORATION Denver, Colorado
Executive Assistant (1995 to 1998)
Assisted President on programming of films for 12 key television services such as STARZ! and Bet Movies / STARZ!3.
Oversaw administrative policies and procedures for office and supervised and trained administrative staff. Liaised with
key cross-functional departments including acquisitions, scheduling, promotions, legal and marketing. Corresponded
with external stakeholders: studios, producers and licensors. Selected Contributions:
Tactfully represented company and its image at key trade shows, conferences and industry events.
Interfaced with internal and external contacts in a professional and detailed manner.
~ Additional experience as Event Coordinator with Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver, Colorado ~

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

CENTRAL W ASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Ellensburg, WA
Management Skills for Administrative Professionals | Recruiting, Interviewing and Selecting Employees AMA

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Denver Area Legal Recruiters Association (2003-2008); The Colorado Pledge to Diversity (2003-2008); National
Association for Law Placement (2003-2008); International Association for Business Communicators