While Heather was initially drawn to Chewy because its Operating Principles reflected a way of working she knew she would enjoy (data-driven, fast-moving, and customer-centric), she was delighted by how deeply Chewy’s mission shows up in every role and every decision. As a pet parent herself, Heather has seen how teams across the company unite with a shared focus on supporting customers through the highs and lows of pet parenting. Whether it’s pharmacists filling vital prescriptions, Customer Care Team Members supporting pet parents, teams creating Get Real fresh food with fewer ingredients and great taste, or HR teams supporting the Team Members who serve our customers, Chewy’s mission is a constant thread that connects teams.
Heather Smedstad
Chief Human Resources Officer
There is a “Chewy magic” that makes our culture special, which in turn makes our customer experience special.









