Cooper Taggard

About Cooper Taggard

Hi, I’m Cooper. I started my career as a performer and unexpectedly found my way into People, where I focus on building thoughtful, human-centered strategies that drive real business impact.I believe the best workplaces invest in people. By empowering talent and fostering a culture of trust and accountability, companies can achieve both meaningful growth and results. My approach is strategic, pragmatic, and always rooted in the human side of work.Outside of work, you’ll find me trying a new Alison Roman recipe, out on a run, or at hot yoga.“The most meaningful way to succeed is to help others succeed.” - Adam Grant

Experience

1. Senior People Business Partner

   Ontra

   Jan 2026 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   Ontra is the leader in AI-powered solutions for the private markets. Powered by industry-leading AI, data from over 2 million contracts, and a global network of legal professionals, Ontra automates critical private market workflows across the fund lifecycle. Ontra’s solutions transform unstructured data trapped in static documents into actionable intelligence, enabling firms to accelerate contracts, streamline compliance, and automate entity management. Trusted by more than global GPs, investment banks, law firms, and advisors – including nine of the top ten PEI-ranked firms worldwide – Ontra helps firms focus on what’s important. Learn more at

Education

• Wright State University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Musical Theatre