Hi, I’m Samantha Hattlestad, an executive operations and administrative leader based in Ottawa, Canada, providing remote support to founders and senior leadership in fast-growing organizations. I specialize in calendar management, inbox and correspondence handling, document control, and managing highly confidential financial and personnel information. I’m highly independent, detail-oriented, and comfortable working remotely across time zones. I’ve built and scaled operational workflows, SOPs, and cross-functional coordination between leadership, contractors, and internal teams, including HR and payroll processes.

Samantha Hattlestad

Hi, I’m Samantha Hattlestad, an executive operations and administrative leader based in Ottawa, Canada, providing remote support to founders and senior leadership in fast-growing organizations. I specialize in calendar management, inbox and correspondence handling, document control, and managing highly confidential financial and personnel information. I’m highly independent, detail-oriented, and comfortable working remotely across time zones. I’ve built and scaled operational workflows, SOPs, and cross-functional coordination between leadership, contractors, and internal teams, including HR and payroll processes.

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Hi, I’m Samantha Hattlestad, an executive operations and administrative leader based in Ottawa, Canada, providing remote support to founders and senior leadership in fast-growing organizations. I specialize in calendar management, inbox and correspondence handling, document control, and managing highly confidential financial and personnel information.
I’m highly independent, detail-oriented, and comfortable working remotely across time zones. I’ve built and scaled operational workflows, SOPs, and cross-functional coordination between leadership, contractors, and internal teams, including HR and payroll processes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Executive Operations Lead (COO) at Legacy Martial Arts Consulting
January 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Executive and administrative support for senior leadership, calendar coordination, inbox management, documentation, and priority tracking. Coordinated meetings, training sessions, and national events; managed logistics, materials, and follow-up. Drafted, organized, and maintained executive documents, internal policies, and operational records.
Bookkeeper at Insightz Accounting
October 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Maintained accurate financial records, handled sensitive client data with confidentiality, organized documentation for audit readiness, updated SOPs to improve bookkeeping workflows, supported team during high-volume periods.
Fitness Kickboxing Instructor at Carleton University Athletics
May 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022
Coordinated class schedules, tracked attendance, communicated with participants, and prepared instructional materials within a university setting.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor at Various Academies
January 1, 2023 - Present
Provided structured instruction and mentorship, emphasizing professionalism, communication, and accountability. Delivered individualized self-defense instruction with discretion and sensitivity.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (High Distinction) at Carleton University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Carleton University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Carleton University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Dean’s Honour List
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
Academic Excellence Award
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
Van Loon Spirit Award (peer-nominated)
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Other