Samantha Cooprider (aka Sam or Scoop) is a powerhouse in leadership development and organizational effectiveness, known for helping leaders anticipate challenges and spark innovation. A culture and systems-thinking enthusiast, Sam brings over 25 years of experience leading at some of the world’s most transformative companies, including Meta (formerly Facebook), Google, and Tesla. She’s also served as CEO of Learning as Leadership and even opened and ran a fitness studio in Vallejo, CA—proving her knack for building thriving communities in any space.

Rooted in her early career in the nonprofit sector, Sam carries a mission-driven mindset into everything she does. She’s just months away from earning her PhD in Leadership & Organizational Development and holds credentials as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and SHRM-certified professional. Whether she’s coaching execs or co-creating conscious company culture, Sam is all about meaningful, lasting impact.