Cassandra Veres
About Cassandra Veres
Cassandra Veres serves as the Director of Learning and Development at Convoy Inc, a position she has held since 2020. With a background in leadership development at Amazon and educational experience at the University of Michigan, she has cultivated expertise in organizational studies and talent development.
Work at Convoy
Cassandra Veres has been serving as the Director of Learning and Development at Convoy Inc since 2020. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the learning framework and development programs within the organization. Based in the Greater Seattle Area, her leadership aims to foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth among employees.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Before joining Convoy, Cassandra Veres held several positions at Amazon. She was the Head of Executive Development for the Consumer Business from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, she served as a Senior Program Manager in Leadership Development from 2016 to 2018 and as a Program Manager in Leadership Development from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she worked as a Manager in Retail Leadership Development for eight months in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Cassandra Veres earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Studies, focusing on Business, Psychology, and Economics, from the University of Michigan. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her roles in leadership and development, emphasizing her understanding of organizational behavior and talent management.
Experience in Higher Education
Cassandra Veres has experience in higher education, having worked at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. She served as a Research Assistant from 2010 to 2012 and as a Teacher's Assistant for four months in 2012. Additionally, she was an Organizational Studies Peer Mentor from 2011 to 2012, contributing to the academic development of her peers.
Leadership Development Roles at Target
Cassandra Veres also worked at Target as a Business Partner in Leadership Development from 2013 to 2014 and as an Associate Business Partner in Talent Development from 2012 to 2013. These roles involved collaborating with teams to enhance leadership capabilities and support talent development initiatives within the organization.