DEI Council Member Spotlight - Chelsea Coleman

Meet Chelsea Coleman, Director - Human Resources, a SHRM Certified Human Resources Professional and a member of our DEI Council Leadership Team.

In 2023, Olympic Steel reached a significant milestone in our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) efforts by establishing employee-run DEI Council Subcommittees. These individuals volunteered to take part in this work, in addition to their regular job duties, because they each wanted to make a positive impact on our Company.

Each month, we’ll give you the opportunity to learn a little bit more about the employees helping to strengthen Olympic Steel’s culture. Last month we featured Larissa Smerer and this month…

Chelsea Coleman, Director - HR, Olympic Steel

Q: What motivated you to become a DEI Council Member?

A: I truly believe that more diversity of thought equals more success.

Q: Share a unique fun fact or characteristic about yourself.

A: I enjoy running and have completed several half marathon events.

Q: What’s your favorite thing about being an Olympic Steel employee?

A: I appreciate how much the Company encourages professional development.

Q: In your opinion, what's a simple action everyone can take to make our Company a welcoming workplace?

A: Introduce yourself to new hires and ask what you can offer as they integrate into the Company.

Q: When it comes to work, what’s your superpower? What special skill do you offer to support your co-workers/team?

A: I best offer support when planning and organizing.

Q: What cultural/heritage celebration or tradition holds special meaning for you? Mind sharing why?

A: Any reason to spend time with family and friends is special to me. I have also always been fascinated with traditions of other cultures, even if it isn't something I celebrate/observe myself.