Michelle Cochran
About Michelle Cochran
Michelle Cochran is the Manager of Executive Compensation Plans at Chevron, with over 20 years of experience in human resources and executive compensation.
Current Role at Chevron
Michelle Cochran is currently serving as the Manager of Executive Compensation Plans at Chevron. In this position, she is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and administration of executive compensation programs. Her role involves collaborating with senior executives to ensure compensation strategies align with company goals and regulatory requirements.
Previous Positions at Chevron
Michelle Cochran has held various roles at Chevron, showcasing her extensive experience in human resources and executive compensation. These roles include Executive Compensation Projects & Planning (2018-2020) in San Ramon, Human Resources Advisor (2014-2018) in the San Francisco Bay Area, HR Business Partner (2013-2014) in San Ramon, and Organization Capability Consultant (2011-2013). Additionally, she served as Sr. HR Process Analyst (2010-2011), Manager of HR Reporting (acting) in 2009, and Global HRIS Analyst (2006-2009).
Career Start at AT&T
Michelle Cochran began her career at AT&T, where she worked from 1999 to 2006. She initially served as an HR Assistant before being promoted to HR Analyst. Her roles at AT&T laid the foundation for her human resources expertise and helped her transition smoothly to more senior roles at Chevron.
Educational Background
Michelle Cochran holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Davis - Graduate School of Management, which she obtained from 2009 to 2012. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of California, Berkeley. Her strong academic background has contributed to her extensive knowledge and skills in human resources and executive compensation.
Experience in Executive Compensation and HRIS
With over 20 years of experience in human resources and executive compensation, Michelle Cochran has developed a comprehensive skill set. She has been involved in executive compensation planning and projects for over five years at Chevron, and her role as Global HRIS Analyst at Chevron provided her with extensive experience in Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS). Her capabilities in these areas are instrumental in her current position at Chevron.