Sima Patel

Sima Patel is an experienced professional with a strong background in executive assistance and account management. Currently serving as CEO Admin and Senior Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Darden Restaurants since September 2011, Sima has extensive experience in providing high-level support in fast-paced environments. Previous roles include Senior Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Symantec, where Sima managed key accounts generating significant revenue, and Virtual Executive Assistant to Vice-Presidents in sales at Veritas. Sima's career began in 1988 at Ogilvy & Mather as European Human Resources and Training Coordinator, later holding various roles that required exceptional organizational skills and independence. Sima holds a Diploma in Business Administration from Harrow College of Higher Education.