Stephanie Cook
About Stephanie Cook
Stephanie Cook serves as the Vice President of Operations at Inspectify, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in operational leadership at companies like Lyft and Amazon, she focuses on team advocacy, innovation, and organizational design.
Current Role at Inspectify
Stephanie Cook serves as the Vice President of Operations at Inspectify, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing operational strategies and initiatives that drive the company's growth. Her focus on experimentation and calculated risk-taking contributes to rapid scaling efforts within the organization. Cook's leadership emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders to innovate new services and products.
Previous Experience in Operations Management
Prior to her current role, Stephanie Cook held various leadership positions in operations management. She worked at TransWest Transportation as Vice President of Operations for one year from 2020 to 2021. Before that, she was with Lyft, where she served as Seattle Operations Manager from 2015 to 2017 and later as Head of Driver Service Operations from 2018 to 2020. Her experience at Lyft included managing operations in the Greater Seattle Area and overseeing service operations for drivers.
Educational Background
Stephanie Cook holds a Master of Education (MEd) in Adult Education and Training from Seattle University. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Interpersonal Communication from Kent State University. Her educational background supports her expertise in training, development, and effective communication within organizational settings.
Achievements in Organizational Development
Throughout her career, Stephanie Cook has been instrumental in spearheading improvements in organizational design, tooling, safety, and process workflows. These initiatives have resulted in significant technology savings and enhanced satisfaction scores. Cook is known for her ability to build high-performance teams and simplify competing priorities, enabling teams to develop actionable plans that lead to successful outcomes.
Board Membership and Advocacy
Stephanie Cook served as a Board Member for Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking (BEST) from 2020 to 2023. In this role, she advocated for team members by identifying and removing roadblocks, ensuring they have meaningful work that aligns with their goals. Her commitment to advocacy and organizational improvement reflects her dedication to fostering supportive work environments.