Kristen M. Cooper

Kristen M. Cooper is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategic leadership and analytics. Currently serving as the Senior Director and Head of Strategy, Analytics, & Insights at Olaplex Inc. since February 2024, Kristen has previously held the position of Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company from January 2019 to February 2024. Kristen's background also includes roles as an Associate Brand Manager at Colgate-Palmolive and participation in the Global Marketing Development Program as an intern in Innovation at the same company. Additionally, Kristen worked as a Management Consultant at Accenture from June 2011 to August 2015. Educational credentials include an M.B.A. and a Master of Science in Engineering Design and Innovation, both from Northwestern University, along with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biological Engineering from the same institution, complemented by foundational education at Kent Denver School.