SUMMARY:   The Executive Assistant to the CEO serves as a trusted operational and strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer, enabling executive effectiveness through high-level coordination, executive workflow management, governance support, and cross-organizational collaboration. This role operates as the central hub of the executive office, managing priorities, protecting executive focus, and ensuring seamless execution across board governance, executive initiatives, and leadership operations. This position requires sound judgment, discretion, executive presence, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with diplomacy and confidentiality. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: