CB Partners, LLC is hiring: Executive Assistant in Bentonville

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We are seeking a proactive, highly organized Executive Assistant to support a dynamic CEO leading a portfolio of ventures across philanthropy, investing, advocacy and art.

• Exceptional judgment, discretion, and written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, do-it-yourself, start-up environment, managing shifting priorities with composure and agility
• Proven experience collaborating within a cross-functional team, capable of transitioning smoothly between diverse tasks and workstreams throughout the day

Based in Bentonville, AR—a city with a growing national profile in the arts and culture—this position supports initiatives that span the country and intersect with influential people and institutions across sectors. It’s an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to projects with both local impact and national reach.

About the Role

The Executive Assistant will support the CEO’s work, managing professional and personal workflows, anticipating needs, and ensuring follow-through across a wide range of priorities. These include:

• Direct investments and board involvement
• Strategic partnerships and relationships
• A portfolio of mission-driven organizations

This role offers a front-row seat to executive decision-making and the opportunity to help build and maintain systems that support meaningful, high-impact work. The ideal candidate will be a force multiplier for the CEO: protecting time, anticipating needs, and proactively creating clarity from complexity. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the CEO remains focused on the highest-leverage priorities while delivering operational excellence behind the scenes.

Key Responsibilities

Calendar, Scheduling Management & Travel

• Manage a complex, high-volume calendar spanning professional, philanthropic, and personal commitments
• Manage and execute complex domestic and international travel arrangements for the CEO, encompassing both professional obligations and personal commitments
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, events, and travel in alignment with strategic priorities
• Serve as the primary liaison for all scheduling requests and engagements of the CEO

Executive Operations & Workflow

• Drive administrative processes including approvals, document flow, project tracking, and follow-upsPrepare briefing materials and ensure timely execution of deliverablesAnticipate CEO needs and develop systems that enhance efficiency and organizationProvide oversight and leadership to a personal assistant responsible for supporting the executive assistant across key areas including complex travel logistics, personalized gifting, hospitality coordination, high-touch event planning, and personal calendar management.Maintain and manage vendor documentation (contracts, NDAs, invoices), coordinating with accountingManage contact databases and relationship tools (e.g., Affinity, Outlook, Airtable, Notion)

  Ideal Candidate Profile

  Experience

  • 5+ years in executive support, operations, or project coordination
  • Track record of success in a fast-paced, high-discretion work environment
  • Experience managing sensitive information with professionalism

  Attributes

  • Strong work ethic and “no task too small” mindset
  • Discreet, organized, and calm under pressure
  • Highly resourceful with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
  • Positive, low-drama, high-judgment approach to working on a close-knit team
  • Thrives in ambiguity and brings structure to complexity

  Skills

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication — able to draft emails and documents in the CEO’s voice
  • Strong proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and platforms like Notion, Airtable, and Canva
  • Excellent project and time management skills

  Bonus Attributes

  • Appreciation for art, culture, and interest in women’s issues
  • Familiarity with the nonprofit or philanthropic sectors
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to execute precisely

  Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license and passport
  • Authorization to work in the U.S.
  • Flexibility and willingness to travel as needed
  • Successful completion of background and employment verification checks

  Reporting Structure

  This role reports to the CEO and President and serves as a key support function across multiple workstreams, including philanthropy, investments, advocacy, operations, art, real estate, and household management.

  Equal Opportunity Statement

  We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.