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Calm. Capable. Human.
Calm. Capable. Human.
With nearly a decade of high-level experience at Nike World Headquarters, I now partner with CEOs, founders, and senior leaders who need smart, intuitive, and discreet support — without the full-time overhead. Whether you're running a startup, scaling a business, or just trying to keep the wheels on, I bring calm.
Strategic, remote support tailored to how you work best.
"I don’t need hand-holding. I just need a login" - Malinda
I’m Malinda Bailey — an Executive Assistant with a background in high-pressure, high-stakes leadership support. I’ve scheduled meetings with attendees across five time zones, planned complex international travel, managed vendors across the globe, and kept leaders calm and focused through all of it.
At Nike, I supported VPs and SVPs in Tech Innovation, Data Science, Global Operations, and Women’s Footwear. I oversaw onboarding for 70+ new hires, managed a team member remotely in Tel Aviv, organized executive workshops with OpenAI and AWS, and helped shape the early framework for Nike’s women’s division.
Now, through Laughing Ducks, I bring that same level of care, precision, and strategic partnership to clients virtually — with fewer meetings, more clarity, and a sense of humor that keeps the work human.
Please reach us at mal@laughingducks.net if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Basic Fee Schedule:
* Pricing and availability varies depending on the specific needs and requirements of each client. Please contact us for a personalized quote
** In-Person availability on a very limited basis depending on assignment, attendees, location and accommodations
*** surcharge may apply for extending 3 month contract
Yes! I am available for both short-term and long-term projects. I am flexible and can work with you for as long as you need.
Yes! That is a negotiable option.. I enjoy hosting offsite meetings & events, cozy dinner parties, or event & companionship travel*; however, my availability is limited and will depend on location and (separate) accommodations.
*strictly business companionship. In-person assistance will be terminated immediately for unwanted advances. I have a zero tolerance policy*
Since I am not your employee you don't have to worry about paying the state or the federal government taxes, or unemployment insurance, etc. and there are no forms you need to file.
I am a contract worker and it's up to me to claim my income taxes on a 1099.
You will be invoiced and receive receipts, so you will be able to claim my services as a business expense for you.
My EIN is 99-0465770
Please email Malinda at mal@laughingducks.net
Currently accepting part-time clients and project-based work
Let’s make your days lighter and your leadership smoother.
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