Chelsea Rennhoff
About Chelsea Rennhoff
Chelsea Rennhoff serves as the Head of Employee Relations and People (HR) Business Partners at Bungalow and is a Britannia Fellow at Common Sense Society. With a background in business development and human resources, she has contributed to notable organizations and has lectured on HR leadership.
Work at Bungalow
Chelsea Rennhoff serves as the Head of Employee Relations & People (HR) Business Partners at Bungalow since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employee relations and overseeing HR business partnerships. Her contributions have been significant in supporting the company's growth, particularly in the context of its Series C funding round, which valued the residential real estate platform at over $600 million. Chelsea's leadership in HR has played a crucial role in Bungalow's recognition as one of America's Best Startup Employers by Forbes in 2022.
Current Position at Common Sense Society
Since 2021, Chelsea has been a Britannia Fellow at Common Sense Society in London, England. This position allows her to engage with various initiatives aimed at fostering civic engagement and promoting public policy discussions. Her work in this role complements her extensive experience in human resources and employee relations, further enhancing her expertise in organizational development.
Education and Expertise
Chelsea Rennhoff holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees from Louisiana State University, one in History and another in English Language and Literature. She also studied at Università degli Studi di Siena, where she achieved B1 Intermediate Italian Language Fluency. Additionally, she obtained a UK Employment Law Certification from CPD. Her educational background supports her professional roles in HR and employee relations, providing her with a strong foundation in communication and legal aspects of human resources.
Previous Experience in HR and Business Development
Chelsea has a diverse professional background in human resources and business development. She worked as the Vice President of Business Development at Inktel Contact Center Solutions from 2019 to 2022. Prior to that, she served as the Head of People at Soho House & Co for one year. Her experience also includes a role as a Senior HR Business Partner at Chipotle Mexican Grill from 2013 to 2016. These positions have equipped her with valuable insights into employee management and organizational growth.
Consulting and Teaching Experience
In addition to her roles in corporate settings, Chelsea has been a Guest Lecturer in HR Leadership in Practice at the College of Charleston since 2021. This position allows her to share her knowledge and experience with students, contributing to the development of future HR leaders. Her consulting experience includes working as a B2C Operations Consultant at GW Ventures from 2016 to 2019, where she gained insights into operational strategies and consumer engagement.