Who We Are
Behind every successful work endeavor is a high-performing team. Briljent specializes in helping people improve their workplace performance through individual and organizational growth.
We have deep expertise in developing the skills and knowledge of workers in government, private and non-profit sectors, and wide understanding of social services, education and healthcare topics, as well as specialized expertise in Health Information Technology.
We began our business in 1998, and have grown continuously ever since. However, while business success is important, what really drives us is our commitment to helping others succeed. We want to put our heads on the pillow each night knowing we’ve accomplished something worthwhile. We believe firmly that if this passion for making a contribution comes first, business success will follow.
Learn more about who we serve and how we serve them.Meet The Executive Team
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Kathy Carrier
CEO
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Kathy Carrier is the CEO and founder of Briljent, where she oversees strategic direction, champions our culture, and leads the organization with compassion and integrity. With over 40 years of experience in the business and training industry, Kathy has been instrumental in growing Briljent from a startup to a successful enterprise.
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Matt Odum
President
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Matt Odum is the President of Briljent, overseeing the company’s strategic planning and growth, client relations, financial performance, market position, and operational expertise. With many years of experience in leadership, Matt has been instrumental in expanding Briljent’s geographic footprint and in-house expertise, multiplying its size.
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Tammy Brodzeller
SVP of Operations
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Tammy Brodzeller is the Senior Vice President of Operations, overseeing Briljent’s professional services consulting, including adult learning, health information technology, project management, and organizational change management. She also oversees Briljent’s staff augmentation services efforts. With over 25 years of experience in professional services consulting, Tammy has been instrumental in leading initiatives in leadership development, strategic planning, talent retention, and client-centric interactions, as well as managing major client relationships and internal educational programs.
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Nicholas Blake
VP of Business Development
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Nick Blake is the Vice President of Business Development at Briljent, overseeing business development and service delivery. With over ten years of experience in health IT, Nick has led federal and state HIT programs, including the Eligibility and Enrollment (E&E) Program for California and the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Program for 17 states.
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Carla Mastromarino
Director of Project Management Services
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Carla Mastromarino, PMP, is the Director of Project Management Services, where she oversees the Project Management team and operations. Carla brings over a decade of experience in project management and organizational change management, where she has been instrumental in leading large state implementation system changes in health and human services, collaborating closely with state government clients, and driving successful Medicaid transformation and modernization projects.
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Desiree Pentzer
Director of HR and Legal
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Desiree Pentzer, Director of HR and Legal, is an accomplished human resource leader who oversees risk management, benefits, employee relations, and talent acquisition. Desiree has fostered a collaborative and joyful workplace, ensured compliance, and enhanced employee engagement.
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Doug Winterrose
Consultant
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I want all of my internal team to understand as much as we can about what clients need and what's right for them. I like the flexibility inherent in a company our size, our ability to be agile, and to change to accommodate our clients’ needs. Where we can provide true value is in our people. It is the only thing that differentiates you: how good your people are. We are only as good as the team we have. We have some of the most dedicated and passionate people in the industry and we want to become the best across all kinds of verticals or industries. Building subject matter expertise in many markets is important to us, as well as building our qualifications and expanding into many new areas. To grow at the rates we've grown is not luck. It's continuing to meet clients’ needs and to meet the right needs. We have high client retention, and that's important to us.
Kathy Carrier
CEO
Kathy Carrier is the CEO and founder of Briljent, where she oversees strategic direction, champions our culture, and leads the organization with compassion and integrity. With over 40 years of experience in the business and training industry, Kathy has been instrumental in growing Briljent from a startup to a successful enterprise.