Strategic Executive Assistant to CEO | Gatekeeper & Partner

Nift Networks, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nift Networks, Inc. is seeking an Executive Assistant to partner with the CEO and act as a force multiplier, operating at executive speed.

You will own the calendar, gatekeep the CEO's time, coordinate complex travel, and prepare materials for high-stakes meetings, while building critical relationships across the organization and with external partners. You will manage day-to-day logistics, blending personal and professional needs with sharp discretion and strategic thinking to support the CEO

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience supporting executives in tech startups or VC environments.
• Ability to operate with initiative, independence, and problem-solving drive.
• Exemplary discretion and strong judgment under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Own the CEO's calendar and manage complex, changing priorities with full context.
• Act as gatekeeper for CEO's time and determine what comes through.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel end-to-end with itineraries and contingencies.
• Prepare day-ahead and week-ahead briefings and meeting materials for the CEO.
• Build and manage relationships with partners, investors, and board members on the CEO's behalf.
• Assist with board presentations, client decks, and executive communications.
• Serve as a Personal Assistant for the CEO, blending personal and professional logistics with discretion.

Skills

Calendar management

Gatekeeping

Travel coordination

briefing prep

Stakeholder communications

Board deck prep

Relationship building

Discretion

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

BS/BA degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Spreadsheets

Email workflows

Job description

Nift Networks, Inc. is seeking an Executive Assistant to partner with the CEO and act as a force multiplier, operating at executive speed.

You will own the calendar, gatekeep the CEO's time, coordinate complex travel, and prepare materials for high-stakes meetings, while building critical relationships across the organization and with external partners. You will manage day-to-day logistics, blending personal and professional needs with sharp discretion and strategic thinking to support the CEO