About Chelsea
Chelsea is an interdisciplinary artist in Oklahoma City. She is highly involved in local community, serving as Oklahoma Youth Orchestra’s Marketing and Communications Manager, MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board member representing Ward 2, and a member of the Vision Zero Advisory Board drafting a city-wide plan to eliminate traffic fatalities on Oklahoma City streets. Chelsea is committed to elevating the stature of Oklahoma City through civic effort and strong grassroots leadership.
Chelsea works with individuals and organizations that share her values of people-first culture, ethical and sustainable work, and transparent communication. Chelsea practices cello, photography, and mindfulness. She is passionate about placemaking, strong neighborhoods, and supporting local economy.
Education
University of Oklahoma - BA in Journalism; Major in Advertising, Minor in General Business
Competencies
Conflict Management, Creating Systems & Processes, Interpersonal Savvy, Managing Vision & Values, Presentation Skills, Training & Onboarding, Strategic Agility
Experience
Marketing & Communications – Oklahoma Youth Orchestras
April 2024 – Present
Developing and executing marketing strategies across various channels, managing communication to membership, and ensuring consistent branding across platforms and materials.
Cofounder, Design Lead – Workflow
September 2018 – Closed the company in 2025
Designed and maintained space that fosters individual integrity, connection to others and good work.
Partner, Brand Strategist – Motif.
January 2018 – Present
Supported independently-owned shops by scaling corporate best practices to fit the needs of the business based on region, neighborhood, target customer, and size.
Store Director & District Training Expert – Madewell
August 2015 – February 2018
Created innovative solutions to drive business and results while maintaining a strong sense of customer focus. Fostered collaboration through specific and appropriate feedback. Worked with teams across four states to cultivate the training expectations of the brand.
Trainer – Apple
July 2011 – August 2015
Communicated effectively with varying types of individuals, allowing for strong relationships among the team. Utilized refined decision making skills and interpersonal savvy to delegate and prioritize tasks.
Extra Curricular
Stepmom, Partner, Cellist, Hobby Photographer, Garden Enthusiast
Current Board Service
Board Member – MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board
Advisory Board Member – Asian District Cultural Association
Founding Member – Friends of Uptown Foundation
Past Board Service
Board Member representing Ward 2 – Citizens Committee for Community Development, 2020-2023
President of the Board – Uptown 23rd District Association, 2019-2024
Interim Executive Director – Uptown 23rd District Association, May 2018 – December 2018
Interim Executive Director – Plaza District Association, January 2018 – March 2018
