Fernanda Read

Co-Founder

Charlotte, Metro17 yrs 9 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Expert in luxury travel and community service integration
  • Proven track record in executive support and event management
  • Entrepreneurial experience with successful business establishment
Stackforce AI infers this person is a luxury travel and executive support specialist with a strong focus on community impact.

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Skills

Core Skills

Executive SupportTravel ManagementLuxury Travel ManagementCommunity ServiceEvent ManagementAccountingFinancial ManagementEntrepreneurshipCase Management

Other Skills

trilingual communicationtravel logisticsevent planningfinancial reportingluxury travel planningcommunity service integrationvendor managementitinerary designguest servicestravel budget managementevent coordinationphilanthropic initiativesfinancial reconciliationpayroll managementreporting

About

Hey, I’m Fernanda. But I go by Fe. Pronounced Faye. (Unless I’m in trouble, then it’s Fernanda. Glad we got that out of the way.) I was born in Brazil. Raised with a big heart, bold dreams, and zero chill when it comes to making things happen. I started volunteering at 13 because, even as a teenager, I couldn’t sit still unless I was helping someone. I’ve built businesses. Failed at a few. Learned from all of them. Now? I run a few things I’m really proud of. The journey hasn’t been linear. I’ve pivoted, rebranded, reinvented, always staying rooted in purpose. I’m a proud daughter (and so incredibly lucky to work alongside my dad in one of my companies). I’m also a mom to two incredible humans. A big-hearted friend. A woman who loves deeply, works fiercely, and dreams wildly. Some days, the to-do list is endless. Other days, I clear the schedule and lean into what matters, like every Wednesday when I host the Brazilians for lunch. We eat. We connect. We bake. Sometimes they even stay for dinner. It’s chaos and magic, all at once. I’m obsessed with soulful conversations, food and anything that involves sand between my toes or a racquet (tennis, pickleball, padel, you name it, I can hang). I don’t care much for shopping. I do care deeply about people. I live to serve. The leaders I support, my clients, my tenants, and the world around me. Life is all about doing as much good as I possibly can, and helping others create their own ripple of good too. To me, luxury is having freedom to choose. And if you handed me $34 million today, I’d still be doing exactly this. Maybe with salt in my hair and a view of the Aegean, but still. This is me. All of it. And since business is personal, I think it’s only fair we start there. 💛💚 www.bhivetravel.com www.thequickbookers.com

Experience

Self employed

Executive & Personal Assistant

Jan 2025Present · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Trilingual luxury lifestyle and executive operations assistant providing comprehensive, white-glove executive and personal support to a technology CEO, a real estate family office principal, and a professional NFL athlete, managing complex, confidential, and fast-moving priorities across all three simultaneously.
  • Coordinate private travel and luxury logistics including private aviation, five-star accommodations, and curated international itineraries across multiple time zones. Plan and execute private events from intimate VIP dinners to large-scale gatherings, liaising with vendors, concierge teams, and household staff with absolute discretion.
  • Oversee personal shopping, bespoke gifting, wardrobe logistics, and multi-residence coordination across multiple countries. Manage expense tracking, account reconciliation, and personal financial reporting. Source and curate restaurants, entertainment, and unique high-end experiences tailored to each principal’s lifestyle, anticipating needs before they’re expressed and resolving challenges seamlessly before they’re felt.
trilingual communicationexecutive supporttravel logisticsevent planningfinancial reportingtravel management

B.hive luxury impact travel

Founder & Luxury Impact Travel Agent

Jan 2025Present · 1 yr 2 mos

  • B.Hive Travel is a boutique luxury impact agency that specializes in curated, transformational travel experiences that blend five-star comfort with meaningful community service for corporations, families, and private groups across.
  • We design and produce end-to-end luxury journeys in destinations including Bali, Brazil, Mexico, Africa, Thailand, Fiji, Peru, and India, managing venue sourcing, premium vendor relationships, philanthropic partnerships, bespoke itineraries, and concierge-level guest services from concept to execution.
  • We serve corporate clients seeking elevated retreats and leadership offsites, as well as families and individuals who want to experience the world with purpose. Every experience is designed around a core belief: that the right environment, the right people, and the right moment of service can fundamentally change a person.
  • bhivetravel.com
luxury travel planningcommunity service integrationvendor managementitinerary designguest servicesluxury travel management+1

Summit (formerly deft)

Senior Executive Assistant to CEO & Travel Director

Dec 2016Dec 2024 · 8 yrs · Remote

  • Served as a key strategic partner to the CEO, leading and managing the executive support team while overseeing all personal and professional scheduling, correspondence, and travel logistics. This role ensured the seamless operation of the CEO's daily activities, upholding the highest standards of discretion, responsiveness, and efficiency.
  • In addition, this position directed the company’s travel department and managed a $1.7M annual travel budget. Responsibilities included organizing complex domestic and international travel, coordinating high-profile events, and resolving travel-related challenges across the organization. The role also oversaw the planning and execution of philanthropic initiatives and major corporate events, ranging from board meetings to global conferences. Success in this role required thriving in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong leadership and negotiation skills, and navigating high-pressure situations with professionalism and grace.
executive supporttravel budget managementevent coordinationphilanthropic initiativesevent management

Maggiano's little italy

Accounting Operations

Dec 2014Dec 2016 · 2 yrs · Charlotte, North Carolina

  • Responsible for the general accounting of the restaurant.
  • Produced month end financial statements, reconciliation of store P&L to corporate P&L,
  • prepaid and accrued account reconciliation, bank account reconciliation, manager bonus
  • calculations, all invoice entry and vendor statement review, payroll, tip payouts and month
  • end journal entries.
accountingfinancial reconciliationpayroll management

Levitate

Finance Manager

Dec 2014Dec 2016 · 2 yrs · Remote

  • Performed financial management duties including generating financial data, compiling and submitting reports, analyzing industry trends and assessing the financial health of the company.
  • Oversaw the operations and development of the company’s finance departments including creating and reviewing policies, budgeting, recruiting, training and conducting regular assessments of financial procedures.
financial managementreportingbudgeting

Rapidops inc.

Executive Assistant to CEO & Finance Manager

Dec 2014Dec 2016 · 2 yrs · Remote

  • Managed professional and personal scheduling for the CEO, including agendas, mail, email, phone calls, client management, and other company logistics.
  • Coordinated complex scheduling and calendar management, as well as content and flow of information to senior executives.
  • Managed CEO’s travel logistics and activities, including accommodations, transportation, and meals.
  • Responsible for the general accounting of the business, including payroll, A/P and A/R.
schedulingtravel logisticsaccountingexecutive support

Tmd

Co Founder

Jan 2012Dec 2014 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Charlotte, North Carolina

  • Established a children’s clothing brand from concept to operational entity.
  • Oversaw all aspects of the business including developing and implementing overall strategy,
  • building and leading a strong team, raising capital, and leading product development. Brand was worn by multiple celebrities and we attended the Oscars as a result of special partnerships and connections.
  • Sucessful exit by sale of the business.
business strategyteam leadershipcapital raisingproduct developmententrepreneurship

Advocates for children casa

Lead Case Coordinator

May 2006Dec 2011 · 5 yrs 7 mos · Denver, CO

  • Oversaw, coached and supported 30 CASA volunteers on child abuse/neglect cases,
  • ensuring court coverage, court report preparation, and case updates.
  • Facilitated volunteer engagement by presenting cases, organizing case planning meetings,
  • and coaching volunteers to advocate effectively.
  • Maintained communication with all community partners, attended meetings, and handled
  • case closures.
  • Managed case records and updated Outlook calendars and Optima (internal database) in a
  • timely manner.
case managementvolunteer coordinationcommunity engagement

Education

Universidade Federal do Paraná

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

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