Melanie Scheepers
SVP, People and Culture
Melanie has over 16 years experience in Human Resources. She has worked in various industries—including customer service and clinical research—in addition to the technology space. In the past, she’s led HR and grown the People function at high-growth, global companies.
She is passionate about building workplaces where employees can thrive and make meaningful contributions to their organization. She also enjoys the challenge of maintaining culture as businesses scale.
Melanie was named in the 2021 HRD Global 100, a list of the top HR leaders in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Asia-Pacific, and the United Kingdom.
She is a graduate of the University of Toronto with a B.Sc in psychology. She enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time outdoors with her family.
What do you love about working at Coconut?
Coconut is a special place. Our culture is one focused on people, passion and performance. It’s a fun, fast-paced, and energizing environment. We’re a team that cares—we get it done, and we do it right.
Why should potential candidates consider joining the Coconut team?
Anyone looking to join a fast growing company and be part of a collaborative and inclusive team should consider joining the Coconut Crew. We also believe that a four-day workweek allows employees to recharge and keeps our team happy, motivated, and engaged.
How do you enjoy spending your time when you’re not at work?
I’m a huge reader and am often caught walking around with my nose in a book. I love to spend time outdoors with my family skiing, camping, and hiking. I’m also a foodie who loves cooking and eating, too!