Chelsea Lauzun

I’m a seasoned Human Resources Director with over eight years of operational leadership experience and a decade-long foundation in the fast-paced world of streaming media. I bring a strategic, people-first approach to building high-performing teams and thriving workplace cultures.

My passion lies in fostering inclusive, engaging environments where employees feel valued and empowered. I specialize in developing HR strategies that align with business goals, reduce turnover, and elevate the employee experience. My track record includes driving strong retention rates, cultivating talent pipelines, and serving as a trusted partner to leadership at every level.

At my core, I believe that compassion, communication, and culture are the cornerstones of organizational success—and I’m committed to bringing that ethos to every team I lead.

MagellanTV, Armonk, NY - June 2014 to PRESENT 

Human Resources Director, April 2019 to Present

• Founded & Built the HR Department: Established the entire HR function from the ground up, creating policies, processes, and systems for a company with about 50 employees, directly contributing to the company's scalability and organizational success.
• Strategic Leadership & Partnership: Work closely with company owners and leadership to align HR strategies with overall business objectives, helping drive organizational growth, culture, and performance.
• End-to-End HR Operations: Manage the full spectrum of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, training and development, and offboarding, ensuring a positive employee experience and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Payroll & Benefits Management: Managed all aspects of payroll for a diverse team, ensuring timely and accurate payments while overseeing employee benefits programs to maintain competitive compensation packages.
• Employee Engagement & Retention: Developed initiatives that enhanced employee satisfaction and reduced turnover, including programs focused on feedback, professional development, and workplace well-being.
• Compliance Oversight: Maintained company-wide compliance with labor laws, health and safety regulations, and employee rights, ensuring smooth operations and reducing risk through proactive policy development and training.

Senior VP Operations - January 2017 to Present

• Lead cross-functional operations across all departments, driving process improvements and efficiencies that streamline workflow and enhance company performance. Oversee day-to-day business operations, including project management, resource allocation, and budget oversight, ensuring all departments have the tools and support needed to meet their objectives. Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and facilitate key decisions to ensure operational consistency and scalability as the company grew from 4 to 50 employees. Meet with and report daily to leadership to ensure department goals and development align with overall company goals.

Content & Syndication Manager - June 2014 - January 2017 

• Managed relationships with third-party platforms and content streamers, leveraging data-driven insights to maximize content reach and performance across multiple channels. Founded the Art Department and built a high-performing freelance team, ensuring the creation of engaging, platform-optimized content that resonated with target audiences. Achieved a 73,000% increase in monthly revenue by strategically optimizing content distribution and driving new revenue streams within the first year.

SUNY Oneonta, B.S. in Human Geography