Sachith Patabendi started as the Executive Assistant and Operations Manager with SHEEO in May 2026.

In this role, Sachith manages the daily operations of the organization and the Washington, D.C. office. He will focus on supporting the SHEEO staff, streamlining organizational workflows, managing complex scheduling, assisting with SHEEO events, and ensuring the office remains an efficient and productive environment for the team.

Prior to joining SHEEO, Sachith spent over eight years supporting senior leadership in an office manager and executive assistant role at Nokkam Inc., a graphic design firm based in Rockville, MD. There, he oversaw a wide range of cross-functional initiatives, including financial reporting and strategic communications, bringing a unique blend of operational rigor and creative problem-solving to his work.