About Us - James Cooper Consulting

James Cooper Consulting is a multi-service consulting group specializing in career and workforce development, talent search and recruitment. We empower people with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to accomplish their desired career goals or execute positive workforce transformation within their organization.

Let’s Build Excellence Together!

ABOUT THE FOUNDER & CEO

James A. Cooper Jr., MA (He/Him/His) is the founder, CEO, & principal consultant of James Cooper Consulting LLC. His professional background consists of years of experience in career and college advising, organization development, recruitment & retention strategic planning, leadership management, student affairs, instructing, and diversity, equity and inclusion practices. His educational credentials include a B.S. in Management and Marketing and a M.A. in Organization, Leadership, Policy, and Development. As a scholar practitioner, his past research topics have focused on access and utilization of career exploration/development resources by underrepresented/underserved populations and recruitment/retention programs focused on students, staff, and faculty of color.

Born in Liberia (West Africa), James Cooper Jr. immigrated to the United States in 2001 with his family. Education has always been a driving force and value in James’ life. As a consultant, James believes in the importance of empowering others to reach their full potential. With a holistic consulting style rooted in empowerment, James utilizes a social cognitive career and asset based lens to support the needs of his clients. Within his previously held positions, he was often credited as a strategizer, implementer, and connector. He thrives in his ability to bring ideas into fruition and in streamlining process improvements. James lives by the motto that as we rise, we must bring others with us. That was, and remains, the driving force for the creation of James Cooper Consulting LLC.

MEET THE TEAM

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Britney Hayes, MS (She/Her/Hers) is a seasoned Career Consultant with over five years of experience coaching and teaching in the career development field. She has a passion for supporting career explorers, career seekers, and individuals looking to rise and create growth within their current employment.
In addition to consulting, Britney works at the University of Minnesota as a Senior Student Life and Career Coach in the Undergraduate Program at the Carlson School of Management. She also serves as an adjunct instructor for courses related to the development of career skills and career exploration.
Britney earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Counseling and Student Personnel. Well recognized for her significant contributions to the career development field, Britney received the Minnesota Career Development Association’s Irenne Rossman award in 2021.
She is driven to support others to reach their full career potential in life.

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Mozana Ebrahim (She/Her/Hers) is a people-centered leader with a background in workforce development, career services, mental health, and organizational operations. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, she brings a deep understanding of human behavior, relationship-building, and the importance of creating systems that support people and organizations.
Mozana also serves as the Readiness, Placement & Retention Manager at Twin Cities R!SE, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals through career development, personal growth, and meaningful employment opportunities.
At James Cooper Consulting, Mozana leverages her experience in program development, strategic partnerships, and operational leadership to strengthen systems, coordinate initiatives, and support the firm’s workforce development services. Guided by her belief that people are her purpose, she is passionate about recognizing individual strengths, building authentic relationships, and creating opportunities for people and organizations to thrive.

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Shay Marlowe (He/Him/His) brings nearly 15 years of experience in job placement and career development. Most recently, he served as a diversity recruiter in local government, where he led initiatives to recruit, onboard, and train talent across Minnesota’s 87 counties and 11 sovereign tribal nations—promoting equitable access to professional opportunities. Shay’s expertise includes designing and facilitating training programs centered on employee retention, leadership development, personal awareness, social identity, and cross-cultural engagement. His work empowers individuals and organizations to build inclusive, growth-oriented environments. A passionate advocate for youth and young adult success, Shay actively mentors students through Augsburg University, the University of St. Thomas, Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities, and 100 Black Men of America, Inc.