Dr. Cooper has an extensive background in the communication field. She spent six years working as a Media Planner/Buyer at several advertising agencies, including Doyle, Dane and Bernbach and Compton Advertising in New York City. She also worked at Advanswers and BHN, Inc. in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Cooper’s professional background also includes seven years experience in media sales at Gannett-owned radio stations KUSA/KSD, and CBS-TV affiliate KMOV-TV in St. Louis.