Music Stuff

Long story short, check out my YouTube! Currently: Jazz vocals. Classically trained pianist, former radio host, former tuba player, melodica and accordion enthusiast. I took 6 organ lessons.

Short story long, read on. I still remember getting a piano in the house when I was 3. I begged my mom for lessons and a few years later, she obliged. I took up trombone at age 10, tuba at 12, and organ at 15. I studied classical piano and classical tuba at an arts high school, and was accepted into conservatories including the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University.

Life took me in other directions and I ultimately pursued a Cognitive Science degree at the University of Virginia, where I also took up choral singing as a member of the University Singers and the University Chamber Singers. I also co-founded a choir with some of my friends because life always needs more music.

I now study and perform jazz in my spare time in the beautiful city of Philadelphia.

Corporate Stuff

Technical Program Manager currently operating at a Fortune 30 telecommunications company. I specialize in fostering safe spaces at work and streamlining communications efforts. Clarity is kindness! I spearhead large communications efforts for tech organizations of 800+ people, and support the delivery of internet products with millions of end users.

I find ways to bring my love of creativity and performing into the workplace. Ask me about the 12+ presentations I’ve given about building and nurturing relationships at work, and navigating conflict.

Certified Scrum Master (Scrum Alliance)

Certified Product Owner Product Manager (SAFe 6.0)

formal bio

Chelsea is a collaborative musician and creative thinker who lives to explore the interconnectedness of all things. With an educational background in cognitive neuroscience, she found her way into tech after learning about Agile and the pursuit of creating psychologically safe spaces at work. She takes her experiences, curiosity, and deep love of people everywhere she goes. When she's not solving problems in the workplace she's expressing herself through music, writing, and more... And she's probably convincing you to do the same.