Sandy Sakaida (Sphr

Sandy Sakaida has extensive experience in the field of Human Resources, with a focus on benefits planning and management. Sandy has held various leadership roles in several prominent companies.

Sandy joined The Cheesecake Factory in 2013, where they currently serve as the VP, Benefits & HR Planning. Prior to this role, they worked as the Sr. Director, Benefits & HR Planning from 2019 to 2021, and as the Director, Benefits from 2013 to 2019.

Before joining The Cheesecake Factory, Sandy worked at ValueClick, Inc – Westlake from 2006 to 2013 as the DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES. In this position, they provided comprehensive HR support to a nationwide company with over 1500 employees, including tasks such as employee relations, benefits planning, compliance, and mergers and acquisitions.

In 2005, Sandy was the Human Resources Manager at Health Net, Inc, overseeing a service center supporting 9500 associates and handling HR issues, policies, and benefits.

From 1998 to 2005, Sandy held the role of Human Resources/Benefits Manager at WellPoint, Inc. Sandy'sresponsibilities included managing a staff of 18, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and providing support on various HR matters.

Sandy's earlier experience includes working at Great Western Bank/Washington Mutual Bank as the Human Resources/Benefits Planning Manager, where they were responsible for coordinating annual open enrollment and implementing cost-saving strategies. Sandy also worked at FHP International/Pacificare as the Employee Benefits Manager, where they managed the administration of health and welfare plans and coordinated vendor relationships.

Sandy started their career at Great Western Bank as the Benefits Planning Manager, where they served from 1987 to 1995.

With their expertise in benefits planning, HR management, compliance, and employee relations, Sandy Sakaida has built a successful career in the field of Human Resources.

Sandy Sakaida holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Southern California. In 2004, they obtained the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) Certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI). In 2013, they obtained the SPHR certification from HRCI. Additionally, in 2015, they obtained the SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification from SHRM Certification.