Jessica James

Executive Lifestyle & Operations Manager supporting high-profile principals and private households, with a foundation in hospitality leadership and a track record of operating at a Chief of Staff level across complex, high-demand environments. Known for discretion, precision, and calm execution, I specialize in seamlessly integrating executive priorities with private lifestyle operations. My approach is both strategic and hands-on—designing systems, leading teams, and ensuring every detail across residences, schedules, and environments is executed to the highest standard, while creating structure, clarity, and flow within dynamic, high-expectation settings.

Executive Personal Assistant & Lifestyle Operations Lead to CEO & Founder - HNW Principal - West Hollywood, CA

(2024-02 - 2026-03)

Served as a Chief of Staff–style right hand, overseeing both executive and private lifestyle operations

• Architected and managed calendar strategy, travel logistics, residences, and executive coordination
• Directed vendors, relocations, insurance sourcing, and full household operations
• Built structured systems across inventory, medical coordination, supplements, and financial tracking
• Managed international travel with seamless execution and contingency planning
• Oversaw EA + VA support team and aligned workflows across priorities
• Produced high-touch events (100+ guests), managing all logistics and execution

Personal & Household Operations Manager - HNW Family of 7 - Calabasas, CA

(2024-04 - 2024-12)

Oversaw full household operations for a high-demand family with five children under eight

• Managed team of nannies, housekeepers, and vendors
• Acted as a hands-on operational partner to the principal across daily lifestyle execution
• Designed organization systems and workflows to improve efficiency and household harmony

Lifestyle & Personal Operations Manager - Private, Globally Recognized Principal - Beverly Hills, CA

(2021-07 - 2024-03)

Managed full-spectrum lifestyle operations for a high-profile, discreet principal

• Oversaw daily scheduling, wellness routines, nutrition, and overall wellbeing management
• Maintained multiple residences to hospitality-level readiness at all times
• Coordinated private sessions, events, and high-touch client experiences
• Supported domestic and select international travel, ensuring seamless logistics and continuity of care
• Managed all communications including email, text, and principal-level correspondence
• Established NDAs and discretion protocols supporting high-profile client engagements
• Acted as a strategic gatekeeper and operational partner across all interactions

General Manager - Sestina (Vegan Italian Restaurant) - Los Angeles, CA

(2019-12 - 2021-06)

Led full restaurant operations, overseeing team of 30+ staff

• Managed hiring, training, and team performance
• Controlled inventory, vendor relationships, and cost management
• Ensured high-level guest experience and operational consistency