Cassie Chao Leemans

Cassie Chao Leemans is a highly experienced talent leader with over a decade of experience building and scaling recruiting functions for high-growth technology companies. She has been instrumental in establishing talent engines from the ground up at companies like Palantir, Uber, Sonder, and Threads, leading teams through hyperscale growth and contributing to multiple successful exits. Her expertise spans executive search, recruiting operations, and candidate experience. craftventures+2

As Vice President, Talent at Craft Ventures, Cassie partners with portfolio companies to develop robust executive hiring and recruiting strategies. She focuses on building deep relationships with CXO-level candidates, advising founders on team design, and helping startups scale their hiring processes from Series A through growth stages. She brings a strategic and practical approach to every stage of talent development. craftventures+3

Cassie is an advocate for efficient and effective recruiting processes, leveraging technology to enhance candidate engagement and streamline operations. She has publicly discussed using AI tools like Metaview to automate note-taking during interviews, saving significant time and allowing for more focused interactions with candidates. She is passionate about creating repeatable processes, structured interview methodologies, and data-driven talent acquisition strategies. medium+2

Beyond her professional endeavors, Cassie is also a recognized travel advisor, specializing in adventure travel for both solo travelers and couples. Her personal travel style has evolved from solo backpacking to appreciating boutique experiences, with a keen interest in exploring cultures through local cuisine and beverages. foratravel