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Opportunity to Impact: My Journey as a Personal Executive Assistant

How trust, initiative, and responsibility shaped my career growth

Alma Contreras
Alma Contreras
Executive Assistant to the CEO & Strategic Account Specialist
Gracemark Solutions
Opportunity to Impact: My Journey as a Personal Executive Assistant

When I reflect on my career journey, one milestone stands out: being promoted to Executive Assistant to the CEO at Gracemark Solutions. While the title may sound administrative to some, the role has been a platform for growth, trust, and strategic influence.

In this position, I’ve been entrusted to attend face-to-face meetings with key enterprise clients, helping shape conversations, streamline workforce solutions, and ensure our company delivers on its promise globally. This responsibility has taught me that leadership isn’t always about the title; it’s about the impact you create, the decisions you influence, and the confidence others place in you.

I’ve learned that career growth is less about climbing a ladder and more about earning trust through consistency, curiosity, and initiative. Every project I take on, every client conversation I contribute to, is an opportunity to show value, solve complex problems, and build meaningful relationships.

To women navigating their own careers: trust your instincts, embrace opportunities that challenge you, and remember that influence comes from action, not just authority. Whether you’re leading a team or supporting one, your work shapes outcomes and leaves a lasting impression.

I’m proud to share my story, not as a destination, but as a reminder that each step forward (big or small) builds the path to meaningful impact..

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