Celebrate Excellence: An Exclusive Interview with Joanne Linden

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Joanne Linden, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award and a true trailblazer in the Administrative Profession. With an extraordinary career spanning over 53 years, Joanne has redefined what it means to be an Executive Assistant. She has not only excelled as a strategic partner to Synopsys Founder & CEO Aart de Geus, helping to shape a $2.5 billion global company but has also dedicated herself to uplifting the Administrative Profession as a whole.

In this interview, Joanne shares the four key elements that have shaped her incredible success: mentorship, networking, seizing opportunities, and leadership. She offers actionable insights into how these elements played a pivotal role in her journey and how they can serve as a roadmap for others striving to advance their careers.

From founding AdminUniverse and co-creating Planet Admin to pioneering educational programs and mentoring countless Administrative Professionals, Joanne’s impact is far-reaching. We’ll share heartfelt insights from Aart de Geus, who described Joanne as his “n+1” and a mentor who shaped him as a leader. 

This conversation goes beyond celebrating a remarkable career—it’s about the lasting legacy of servant leadership and the actionable lessons Joanne’s journey offers to anyone aiming for growth and impact.

Don’t miss this chance to learn from a changemaker whose wisdom and experience will inspire generations to come.