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Deborah Cascianelli Ma, Ms, Phr, Cp (Garza)

Human Resources Director at Medical Advantage

Deborah Cascianelli, MA, MS, PHR, CP has over 20 years of experience in the human resources field. Deborah currently holds the position of Human Resources Director at Medical Advantage. Prior to this, they were the President and CEO - Senior Human Resources Consultant at Human Resources Strategic Solutions, LLC for 13 years. Deborah has also worked as a Human Resources Director at BBDO Detroit, a Human Resources Manager at Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital, and a Human Resources and Operations Manager at the Wellness Institute of America. Deborah began their career as a Graduate Assistant at Michigan State University. Deborah is known for their strategic thinking, dedication, and ability to support clients in achieving their business objectives.

Deborah (Garza) Cascianelli holds a Master's of Arts in Industrial Relations (MAIR) Degree with an emphasis in Human Resources from Wayne State University, which they obtained from 1998 to 2000. Prior to that, they completed a Master's of Science in Education Degree with a focus on Kinesiology, specifically Corporate Wellness, Exercise Science, and Sport Psychology, at Michigan State University from 1994 to 1996. Deborah also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Psychology, and Sociology from the University of Michigan between 1990 and 1994. Deborah obtained their high school diploma from Divine Child High School.

In addition to their degrees, Deborah has obtained various certifications. Deborah is certified in Diversity and Inclusion - Organizations and Teams from the University of Michigan. Deborah holds certifications as a Certified Behavioral Change Specialist, Certified Group Fitness Instructor, Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) practitioner, Certified Personal Trainer, and is certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid from the American Council on Exercise (ACE Fitness) and the American Red Cross. Deborah has also earned a Fitness Nutrition Specialization (FNS) certification from ACE Fitness and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB) certification from Ford Motor Company. Deborah is a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certified by HRCI and holds the SHRM - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) designation from SHRM. The specific months and years when these certifications were obtained are not provided.

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  • Human Resources Director

    November, 2021 - present