Cassandra Brinkley

About Cassandra Brinkley

Strategic HR leader with 12+ years\' experience, recognized for a collaborative and empathetic approach to driving transformative initiatives. Known for fostering trust, inspiring teams, and creating meaningful connections across all levels of an organization. A natural problem-solver who combines strategic insight with innovative thinking to simplify workflows and enhance the employee experience. Passionate about empowering leaders, aligning talent strategies with business goals, and cultivating environments where people thrive. Committed to delivering practical, data-driven solutions that drive engagement, build resilience, and achieve long-term success.Core Competencies: Change Management Talent Development Leadership Development Program Management Project Management Succession Planning Organization Design Organization Development Employee Relations HR Leadership Conflict Management Design of HR Solutions Delivery of HR SolutionsTechnical Competencies: Microsoft Office Suite Tableau Workday PeopleSoft SAP Success Factors Smartsheet Orgvue Payfactors

Experience

1. Director, HR Business Partner

   Quest Diagnostics

   Apr 2025 — Present · Tampa, FL, US

   HR leader for Southeast Region- the largest and fastest growing region in the company, supporting 3,600+ employees across Patient Services, EHS, and Facilities teams- Partners with business/functional leaders to influence the design and execution of the business strategy by providing consultative support and leadership-Translates the business plan into talent and organizational plans and drive forresults by building organizational capability and performance.

Education

• Florida International University

  Master of Science (MS), Human Resource Management

  2012 — 2013

• Florida State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Human Resources Management

  2008 — 2012

Skills

• Software Documentation
• Data Entry
• Project Planning
• Time Management
• Employee Relations
• Teamwork
• Outlook
• Access
• Training
• Customer Satisfaction
• Analysis
• Research
• Microsoft Office
• Management
• Telephone Skills
• Inventory Management
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Coaching
• Human Resources
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Leadership
• Performance Management
• Recruiting
• Microsoft Word
• Customer Service
• Policy
• Administration