Austeja Zymantaite
About Austeja Zymantaite
Austeja Zymantaite serves as the Cofounding VP of People & Culture at CAST AI, where she focuses on talent acquisition and employee engagement. She holds advanced degrees from Stanford University and Quantic School of Business, and has a diverse background in human resources and project management.
Current Role at CAST AI
Austeja Zymantaite serves as the Cofounding VP of People & Culture at CAST AI, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on talent acquisition, employee engagement, and culture development. Zymantaite plays a crucial part in shaping the organizational culture to support innovation and creativity. Her leadership is instrumental in driving the company's growth while ensuring high hiring standards are maintained.
Previous Experience at CAST AI
Before her current role, Austeja Zymantaite worked at CAST AI as the Cofounding Head of Human Resources from 2019 to 2023. During her tenure, she contributed to the company's rapid growth and was involved in strategic planning and training & development initiatives. Her efforts helped establish a strong foundation for the company's human resources practices.
Education and Expertise
Austeja Zymantaite has a diverse educational background. She studied at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, earning a LEAD Certificate in Corporate Innovation from 2023 to 2024. She also completed an Executive MBA at Quantic School of Business and Technology in 2021. Additionally, she holds a Master’s Degree in International Master in European Studies from Université catholique de Louvain, obtained in 2016, and a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts from Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas, completed in 2012. Her education equips her with skills in strategic planning, crisis management, and business model analysis.
Project Management Experience
Prior to her roles in human resources, Austeja Zymantaite worked as a Project Manager in the Project Management Group (PMO) at the Office of the Government of the Republic of Lithuania from 2018 to 2019. In this capacity, she managed various projects, contributing to her expertise in project management and organizational development.
Skills and Contributions
Austeja Zymantaite has a proven track record in several key areas, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, and culture development. She is skilled in strategic planning and crisis management, which are essential for navigating the complexities of organizational growth. Her background in financing innovation and business model analysis further enhances her ability to contribute to CAST AI's objectives. Zymantaite is recognized for designing organizations that foster creativity and innovation.