Brenda Nyembwe

Executive Assistant, Public Finance - Piper Sandler & Co.

(2016-01 - 2026-01)

Strategic Proposal Support: Partnered with senior banking teams to develop and execute requests for proposals, contributing to a high win rate and successful business development outcomes.
Operational Compliance & Governance: Served as a key steward of internal administrative procedures, ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory and firm-wide compliance standards.
Transaction Lifecycle Management: Managed the end-to-end documentation process for executed transactions, ensuring data integrity and accessibility of critical shared files.
Event & Logistics Strategy: Orchestrated complex regional and national conferences for the Senior Living team, managing all facets of planning, coordination, and execution to support business objectives.
Administrative Operations: Streamlined travel management and expense reporting workflows for supported teams, enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy.
Records Management: Directed departmental document retention initiatives, including the oversight of Iron Mountain filings and secure transcript management.
Served as a program lead for the Women's Network (2024–2025), driving engagement and professional development initiatives.
Actively participated in firm-wide mentorship programs, fostering talent development and a culture of continuous growth.

Executive Assistant & Liaison Officer - ZAMBART

(2012-01 - 2015-01)

Liaison & Public Affairs: Acted as the key point of contact between the company and the Zambian government, fostering collaborative relationships with the Ministry of Health.
Executive Support: Managed high-priority calendars and operational logistics for the CEO and the COO, ensuring efficient time management and executive alignment.
Event Coordination: Led the planning and execution of high-level government functions and large-scale conferences for 500+ participants.
Vendor & Contract Management: Managed the full lifecycle of service provider contracts, including negotiation, renewal, and performance monitoring to optimize service delivery.
Corporate Security & Logistics: Oversaw corporate travel operations and facility security systems, including the administration of access control protocols for all staff.

Guest Relations Manager - TAJ Group of Hotels - Pamodzi

(2005-01 - 2012-01)

Managed key client accounts, consistently fostering long-term relationships and guest loyalty.
Provided premium VIP support, overseeing complex logistics for arrivals, departures, and personalized guest needs.
Curates and managed exclusive programming for long-term residents to elevate the guest experience.
Facilitated seamless event operations by acting as the central point of contact for organizers and internal teams.
Optimized facility performance through proactive coordination with department heads to ensure service excellence.
Collaborated on the delivery of national-level events, contributing to successful large-scale project outcomes.

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