Amy Bohlin
Executive project manager, Ascentek
In about a decade with Ascentek, Amy Bohlin has supported the CEO, the advisory board, and the leadership team—and has done a lot more in the process, too. Bohlin has
2025 Notable Executive Assistants
Executive assistants might be some of the most versatile people at their companies. Supporting CEOs and leadership teams, they tend to have a hand in just about all functions, whether they’re steering huge events, welcoming important clients, answering wide-ranging questions, or simply remaining calm under pressure. These 11 executive assistants demonstrate the power of organization, enterprise-wide knowledge, and a positive attitude.
Methodology: The individuals featured did not pay to be included. Their profiles were drawn from nomination materials. This list is not comprehensive; it includes only people who were nominated and accepted after editorial review. To qualify for this list, individuals must have at least five years of experience in their field and have shown the ability to effect change in their roles or areas of practice.
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Kim Eskro
Executive assistant and office manager, Bold Orange
Buying desks, onboarding employees, fostering an award-winning culture—Kim Eskro has built Bold Orange as much as the founder and CEO (so says founder and CEO Margaret Murphy). In the past
Kelly Lancette
Executive assistant, The Voreis Team @ Keller Williams Realty Integrity Lakes
In addition to serving clients and managing team events, in the past year Kelly Lancette has supported the expansion of the Minneapolis-based Voreis Team, which is partnered with Keller Williams
Lisa Lothson
Executive assistant, Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis
Lisa Lothson played a pivotal role in the launch of the Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis in June 2022, says general manager Florian Riedel, serving as “the bridge between our vision
Christa Mavencamp
Senior executive assistant to C-suite, The Americas, The Malco Group
In just about four years with The Malco Group, Christa Mavencamp has supported leadership while managing projects and aiding business growth. One example of her impact on the Annandale-based manufacturer
Courtney McClimon
Director of operations, Olson Wealth Group, Inspired Life Family Office
Over the past 18 months, Courtney McClimon has proven critical to operations at Olson Wealth Group and its Inspired Life Family Office. She has streamlined internal systems, introduced project management
Heidi Meland
Executive business partner, Minnesota Star Tribune
Heidi Meland is the “glue that keeps the Minnesota Star Tribune together,” says Steve Grove, CEO and publisher of the state’s newspaper of record. Drawing on 26 years with the
Kelli Otis
Executive assistant, GF Building Flow Solutions
Since GF acquired Uponor in 2023, Kelli Otis has played a key role connecting leaders across the companies. Otis brings with her more than a decade of experience supporting C-level
Kelli Scholer
Senior executive assistant, Thrivent
About three years ago, Kelli Scholer brought to Thrivent her decade-plus of experience in executive support, managing complex calendars, travel, meetings, and confidential communications. Last year, she took on a
Bren Toohey
Executive assistant, Oppidan
Bren Toohey has provided support across a range of business functions at Oppidan. In her six years with the Excelsior-based property development firm, she has coordinated and managed complex travel
Luiza Weber
Executive assistant, Tierra Encantada
For over three years, Luiza Weber has supported Tierra Encantada’s CEO while navigating the complexities of a growing organization. Her resourcefulness was called upon this spring, when the Minneapolis-based Spanish