Adrienne Cooper

Based in New York, and with more than 20 years of experience in people leadership and advisory roles, Adrienne is deeply committed to helping individuals and organisations thrive by creating systems that foster inclusion and self-discovery. Her mission is to empower teams and leaders to discover new, enriching ways of working that align with their goals and values.

Throughout her career, she has successfully led high-impact teams across various industries, from Fortune 100 companies to high-growth startups. Notably, as a Chief People Officer at startups, she played a pivotal role in scaling the companies while earning accolades such as "Best Company Culture,” "Happiest Employees," and “Best Startup Employers.” Her work has been recognized in Forbes and The Wall Street Journal for driving organisational growth and fostering outstanding company cultures.

Adrienne specialises in Agile methodologies, Positive Intelligence™️, and LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® to facilitate strategy planning, problem-solving, and personal development. Her approach is grounded in a deep understanding of people operations and talent management, honed over years of experience in roles such as Chief People Officer and Director of People & Product at various organisations. She has a track record of guiding companies through complex challenges, including scaling operations, IPO preparation, and mergers and acquisitions.

Education is a cornerstone of her professional journey. She holds an MBA from Vanderbilt University's Owen Graduate School of Management and a BA in Broadcast Journalism and Modern Foreign Languages from Syracuse University. Her commitment to continuous learning is reflected in her training in the Enneagram system, the Hermann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI®) and Whole Brain® Thinking Model, and DiSC which she integrates into her coaching and consulting practice to help clients find their flow zone.

Her clients describe her delivery style as challenging yet nurturing, insightful, and pragmatic. She believes in creating engaging, thought-provoking environments where leaders and teams can learn, grow, and reach their fullest potential. Her work is not just about solving immediate problems; it’s about building lasting capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.