Cheyenne Ray Ph.D.

Cheyenne Ray has a diverse work experience in the field of human resources, coaching, and consulting. Cheyenne is currently the Director of HR Distribution & Transportation and DEI at Fortune Brands Innovations, where they are responsible for managing HR operations and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Cheyenne also holds the position of Diversity Manager at the same company.

In 2022, Cheyenne established their own coaching and consulting company called Cray Coaching and Consulting, where they serve as the CEO and founder.

Prior to this, they worked at MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc as an HR Manager, overseeing various HR functions and providing support to employees. Cheyenne also worked as an HR Generalist at the same company.

Cheyenne has experience in executive coaching, which they gained while working at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Cheyenne has also worked as an HR Consultant at Raise and as an Open Enrollment Consultant at Ferrara Candy Company.

Earlier in their career, Cheyenne worked as a Test Administrator Consultant at CEB and as a Human Resources Business Partner at Raise.com. Cheyenne also interned as a Compensation Analyst at Raise.

Cheyenne's work experience also includes a role as a Corrections Officer at Hampden County Sheriffs Department.

Overall, Cheyenne Ray has a wide-ranging background in HR management, coaching, consulting, and correctional services. Cheyenne possesses a PhD and is certified as an SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).

Cheyenne Ray PhD, SHRM-SCP has a strong educational background in psychology and business. Cheyenne obtained their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Business Psychology (Consulting) from The Chicago School in the years 2013 to 2020. Prior to that, they completed a Master's degree in Forensic Psychology at American International College from 2011 to 2013. Their undergraduate studies were focused on Psychology, earning a Bachelor's degree from Bryant University in the years 2007 to 2011.

In addition to their academic achievements, Cheyenne Ray has acquired several certifications throughout their career. Cheyenne has completed programs such as the African American Board Leadership Program offered by The African American Board Leadership Institute (expected completion in 2023), EXECUTIVE PRESENCE AND INFLUENCE: PERSUASIVE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT offered by Emeritus (completed in 2022), and Fostering Belonging as a Leader offered by LinkedIn (completed in 2022). Cheyenne has also completed training in Transformational Leadership offered by LinkedIn in 2019. Furthermore, they are a certified SHRM-SCP professional through the Society for Human Resource Management.