Chelsea Hentkowski, M Ed
About Chelsea Hentkowski, M Ed
Chelsea Hentkowski, M Ed, is a Product Manager specializing in Healthcare Devices at Owlet Baby Care, with a background in athletic training and extensive experience in medical device marketing and development.
Work at Owlet
Chelsea Hentkowski has been employed at Owlet Baby Care as a Product Manager in Healthcare Devices since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the development and management of healthcare-related products, contributing to the company's mission of enhancing infant health and safety. Her experience in product management is complemented by her background in athletic training, allowing her to approach product development with a comprehensive understanding of healthcare needs.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Prior to her role at Owlet, Chelsea Hentkowski held various positions in the healthcare sector. She worked at The Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute as an Athletic Trainer for Dr. Marc Philippon from 2014 to 2015. Chelsea also served as a Certified Athletic Trainer at University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she worked at Twin Cities Orthopedics and Fairview Health Services, gaining extensive hands-on experience in sports medicine and patient care.
Career in Medical Device Industry
Chelsea has a significant background in the medical device industry, having held senior roles at Maruho Medical and Smith & Nephew. At Maruho Medical, she served as Sr. Director of Special Projects & Supply Chain and previously as Sr. Product & Market Development Manager. Her tenure at Smith & Nephew included positions such as Senior Global Marketing Manager and Surgical Sales Representative. This experience has provided her with a strong foundation in market development and supply chain management.
Education and Expertise
Chelsea Hentkowski holds a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Minnesota State University, Mankato, which she completed from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Education in Kinesiology from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities between 2011 and 2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in both athletic training and product management within the healthcare sector.
Transition from Athletic Training to Product Management
Chelsea transitioned from a clinical role as an athletic trainer to a strategic role in product management, demonstrating her versatility and adaptability. This shift has allowed her to leverage her clinical knowledge and experience in healthcare to inform product development and marketing strategies. Her unique blend of skills in both athletic training and product management enhances her effectiveness in the healthcare devices sector.