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Desiree McCarthy

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Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the CEO of Calian Group at Calian Ltd.
📍 Canada

Desiree McCarthy is the Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the CEO at Calian Group, known for her strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage large-scale projects. Educated at Ryerson University and Algonquin College, she has a proven track record of handling executive responsibilities and confidential matters with meticulous attention to detail.

Based in Ottawa, Desiree is passionate about her community, actively supporting and fundraising for the Childrens Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO). She also shows a keen interest in Canadas role in aerospace and technology, demonstrated by her attendance at the Artemis II crew introduction.

In 2019, she was nominated as Ottawas Favourite Executive Assistant in the Faces of Ottawa Awards.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the CEO of Calian Group
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Canada
Personality Overview

How Desiree shows up

Judgemental
Upfront
Hard To Convince

They can be nudged to make faster decisions by offering what they value. They care equally about the product and its potential impact. They don’t always try to control the conversation but neither do they like yielding it fully.

Priorities

Topics Desiree cares about

Executive Partnership
Appeared on the "Trench Leadership" podcast to discuss the dynamics and strengths of the relationship between an executive assistant and a C-suite executive.
Community Fundraising
Actively supports and raises funds for the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), showcasing a commitment to local healthcare initiatives.
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Career

Work history

4-2016
Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the CEO of Calian Group
Calian Ltd.
1-2011 - 1-2016
Administrative Assistant/Coordinator
Honeywell Aerospace
8-2005 - 4-2010
Receptionist
Mattamy Homes
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2015 - 2016
Occupational Safety and Health
Ryerson University
2005 - 2006
Office Administration
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
2002 - 2004
Police Foundations
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Calculativeness (C)

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