Lia Salgado

High-performance Executive Operations Partner with 10+ years of experience directing C-Suite operations for $2.5B+ mega-infrastructure projects, multi-state legal firms, and tech-enabled startups. Expert at orchestrating complex multi-entity portfolios and managing 8+ high-volume inboxes with 100% precision. Leverages a Master's in Psychology to navigate high-stakes stakeholder management and drive operational efficiency in fast-paced, high-revenue environments.

Executive Operations Partner to Founders at SRT Holdings / Niche in Control / Lunsford Consulting LLC (2023-11 – 2026-07)

• Multi-State Legal Operations: Simultaneously support two Co-Founders across a diverse portfolio, including a Criminal Defense Firm operating in TX, TN, and CA; engineered standardized filing systems to ensure 100% compliance with sensitive legal data.
• Systems Architecture: Masterfully orchestrate 8+ high-volume inboxes and multi-time zone calendars using Slack and Notion to eliminate logistical friction and maximize leadership focus.
• Growth & SEO Strategy: Execute targeted SEO and Google Business Profile optimizations to drive local visibility and lead conversion for firm branches across three US states.
• Revenue Optimization: Streamline lead pipelines for high-growth tech-home services platforms, managing Local Service Ads (LSA) campaigns to accelerate revenue capture.
• Consulting Support: Direct administrative workflows for Business Coaching ventures, overseeing high-touch intake and workshop scheduling for high-net-worth mentorship programs.

Executive Assistant to the CEO at Dallah Holding Media (2021-11 – 2022-11)

• World-Class Event Execution: Directed mission-critical tender submissions and record-keeping for the $220B+ FIFA World Cup 2022 ecosystem and the Supreme Committee.
• Financial Administration: Managed LPOs, invoices, and banking via SAP Ariba and Focus RT; oversaw CEO reimbursements and financial reporting.
• Strategic Liaison: Optimized CEO operations through expert calendar management, global travel logistics, and board-level presentations.
• Data Integrity: Safeguarded sensitive HR data, employment contracts, and trade documentation with 100% accuracy.

Executive Assistant to the MD and Deputy MD at HELM Holding WLL/QBS Construction (2019-04 – 2021-08)

• Tier 1 Contractor Support: Provided mission-critical support to leadership of a Grade 'A' civil engineering firm managing a diverse portfolio of government public works.
• Governance & Logistics: Regulated formal tender submissions and spearheaded end-to-end global travel and visa processing across the Lusail development zone.
• Operational Logistics: Spearheaded end-to-end travel, visa processing, and multi-site transportation for leadership across various project sites, including the Lusail development zone.
• Communication Hub: Acted as the primary liaison between the executive office and project site document controllers, ensuring seamless information flow for high-priority infrastructure builds.

Executive Assistant to the Executive Committee Members at Porr – SBG – HBK JV (2016-09 – 2019-04)

• Mega-Project Support: Provided high-level support for an Executive Committee on the $2.5B mega-infrastructure project, part of the $36B Doha Metro network.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Directed travel and accommodation logistics for Qatar Rail executives and JV partners.
• Financial Monitoring: Generated monthly expenditure reports to ensure budget alignment and seamless reimbursements.
• Event Synchronization: Managed high-stakes meetings between Project Directors, Commercial Directors, and global administrative teams.

Executive Assistant to the Commercial Director at SBG – Porr – HBK JV (2015-01 – 2016-08)

• Mega-Project Support: Provided high-level support on the $2.47B Doha Metro Green Line Elevated project.
• Document Control: Managed document registers and certificates, ensuring all outgoing transmittals to Qatar Rail and subcontractors met quality standards.
• Procurement Support: Assisted contracts and procurement teams with weekly tender plan updates and departmental documentation.

Executive Secretary to the General Manager at Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle (2014-09 – 2014-12)

• High-Profile Logistics: Led cross-departmental logistics (Security, F&B, Front Office) for the Papal Visit in Manila.

Master of Science in Psychology – Northumbria University (2021-01 – 2023-12)

Bachelor's Degree in International Hotel Management Double-Degree – Vatel / De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (2011-01 – 2014-12)

Diploma in Psychology – Online Academy (2020-01 – 2020-12)