Chelsea Parry Joins Wattpad as Head of Product
Parry will lead Wattpad’s product evolution as the global storytelling platform deepens its focus on community and connection
TORONTO - October 30, 2025 - Wattpad, a leading global webnovel platform and storytelling community from WEBTOON Entertainment, today announced Chelsea Parry as Head of Product. Reporting to Wattpad President Aron Levitz, Parry will oversee product management, delivery, experience design, and user research teams to deliver innovative, user-centric experiences. She will lead Wattpad’s work to enhance story discovery, introduce new connection features, and create a more seamless user experience across the platform.
Parry is an accomplished digital and product leader who has launched impactful solutions across multiple sectors. Known for her data-driven approach, Parry builds products that strengthen user engagement and brand affinity. Parry was previously Vice President of Product Management at Achievers, where she led product development to reimagine employee rewards. Prior to that, she was the Loyalty Strategist at Royal Bank of Canada, where she transformed the company’s loyalty programs. Parry also worked for CBC, where she helped drive the broadcaster's evolving integration of news and technology.
“Wattpad has built a thriving platform where creators and fans all over the world can connect over pop culture and incredible storytelling,” said Chelsea Parry, Head of Product at Wattpad. “I’m thrilled to join Wattpad and work at the intersection of product and community, delivering new experiences and opportunities to connect for our creators and readers around the world.”
“Wattpad is a leading destination for fandoms, giving people a space to share their stories, build communities and influence pop culture around the world,” said Aron Levitz, President of Wattpad. “Chelsea comes to Wattpad as a product leader and a fan who understands our community, the perfect combination to help us unlock new innovations for Wattpad’s next era.”
Wattpad has been the launching pad for some of the biggest new names and franchises in YA and romance, including Anna Todd (After), Beth Reekles (The Kissing Booth), Ariana Godoy (Through My Window), and Tay Marley (Sidelined: The QB and Me).
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