Cecile Quesada, Sphr
About Cecile Quesada, Sphr
Cecile Quesada is the Director of Global People Programs and Compliance at CircleCI, where she aligns departmental strategy with business objectives and company values. With a background in human resources and organizational development, she specializes in diversity initiatives and has held various roles in notable companies over the years.
Work at CircleCI
Cecile Quesada currently serves as the Director of Global People Programs and Compliance at CircleCI, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she ensures that the department's strategy aligns with the company's business objectives and values. Prior to this position, she worked as a Senior Manager in People Operations at CircleCI from 2020 to 2022, where she focused on enhancing employee engagement and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Cecile Quesada earned a Master of Arts in Organization Development from Alliant International University-San Francisco Bay. Her educational background supports her expertise in designing and executing global workplace programs that are data-driven and scalable. She specializes in diversity initiatives across the employee lifecycle, demonstrating a commitment to fostering inclusive work environments.
Background
Cecile Quesada has a diverse professional background in human resources and people operations. She began her career as a Human Resources Coordinator at Pacific Scientific in 2005. Over the years, she held various roles, including Human Resources Specialist at GoGrid, Human Resources Manager and Director at Tidemark, and multiple positions at Namely, culminating in her role as a Senior Solutions Consultant. Her extensive experience spans over a decade in the human resources field.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Cecile Quesada has demonstrated a commitment to extraordinary customer service for both internal and external clients. She has utilized confidentiality and tact in all forms of communication, exercising diplomacy and sound judgment. Her focus on diversity initiatives and data-driven programs has contributed to the development of effective workplace strategies in her previous roles.