Chelsea Cooper, Shrm Scp
About Chelsea Cooper, Shrm Scp
Chelsea Cooper is a Human Resources Manager at Wizards of the Coast, where she has worked since 2022. Previously, she held various HR roles at Amazon and Starbucks, contributing to significant HR programs and initiatives.
Work at Wizards of the Coast
Chelsea Cooper serves as the Human Resources Manager (HRBP) at Wizards of the Coast, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she manages HRBP matters for Magic the Gathering, which is Hasbro's first billion-dollar brand. Her responsibilities include overseeing workforce reductions, reorganizations, and succession planning. Chelsea has also redesigned the New Employee Orientation program, incorporating cross-functional content with Hasbro and updating the program structure. Additionally, she designed and implemented a global talent management program that improved coordination and communication for over 1,300 employees.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Chelsea Cooper worked at Amazon as a Human Resources Business Partner from 2021 to 2022, where she operated remotely from Seattle, Washington. Prior to this role, she served as a Human Resources Program Manager at Amazon from 2020 to 2021 for nine months. Her experience at Amazon contributed to her expertise in managing HR functions and developing programs that support employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Career at Starbucks
Chelsea Cooper held multiple positions at Starbucks from 2016 to 2020. She was the Women's Impact Network Co-Chair, where she worked on initiatives to support women in the workplace. Additionally, she served as a Senior Human Resources Coordinator for a time-limited assignment and as a Human Resources Associate & Program Manager. Her involvement in the Women's Impact Network included serving as the Program Director for Events, where she organized activities to promote women's leadership and development within the company.
Education and Academic Background
Chelsea Cooper earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from UCLA, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in understanding social dynamics and organizational behavior, which she applies in her human resources roles. Prior to her university education, she attended Santa Rosa High School from 2001 to 2005.
Volunteer and Early Career Experience
Chelsea Cooper has a diverse early career background, including roles such as Outreach and Operations Intern at Interfaith Alliance in 2008 and On Site Show Office Coordinator at IMG in 2009. She also worked at Optum in various capacities, including Quit Coach I and Participant Marketing Specialist. Additionally, she volunteered at the Seattle/King County Clinic, where she managed patient systems. These experiences contributed to her development in operational and administrative functions.