Garry Cooper
About Garry Cooper
Garry Cooper is the CEO and co-founder of Rheaply, with a strong academic background in neuroscience, mathematics, and chemistry. He has held various leadership roles in organizations focused on civic leadership, entrepreneurship, and venture capital in the Chicago area.
Work at Rheaply
Garry Cooper serves as the CEO and Co-founder of Rheaply, a company focused on resource management and sustainability. He has held this position since 2015, contributing to the company's mission of promoting circular economy practices. Under his leadership, Rheaply has engaged various stakeholders in optimizing resource use and reducing waste.
Education and Expertise
Garry Cooper holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Neuroscience from Northwestern University, which he completed from 2008 to 2014. He also earned dual Bachelor's Degrees in Mathematics and Chemistry from Indiana University Bloomington between 2002 and 2007. Additionally, he has pursued executive education in Digital Excellence at The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth in 2017 and obtained a Certificate in Management for Scientists and Engineers from the Kellogg School of Management in 2012.
Background
Garry Cooper has a diverse professional background, including significant roles in academia and the startup ecosystem. He worked as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Northwestern University from 2018 to 2021. He has also held positions at Google as a Scholar for Google for Entrepreneurs and at Ernst & Young, where he facilitated supply chain and performance improvement.
Achievements
Garry Cooper has received several recognitions for his contributions to leadership and innovation. He was featured in Chicago Magazine’s The New Power 30 and recognized on the Forbes Next 1000 list. He is also included in Crain’s 40 Under 40. His work has led to publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed international journals, and he holds a U.S. patent.
Current Leadership Roles
In addition to his role at Rheaply, Garry Cooper is actively involved in various organizations. He serves as a Fellow at Leadership Greater Chicago, a Vice Chair at P33 Chicago, and a Board Member at 1871 and Improovy. He is also a General Partner at LongJump, contributing to the support of early-stage companies and innovation in the Chicago area.