Ryan Bodekor, Ashm, Cds
About Ryan Bodekor, Ashm, Cds
Ryan Bodekor serves as the Senior Director of Environmental, Health, Safety and Risk Management at Advance Auto Parts, where he has worked since 2017. He has a strong background in safety management, having held leadership roles at TransForce, Dean Foods, and Transervice Logistics, and is recognized for his ability to enhance safety culture and compliance across organizations.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Ryan Bodekor has been serving as the Senior Director of Environmental, Health, Safety and Risk Management at Advance Auto Parts since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for implementing safety initiatives that enhance compliance and risk mitigation strategies across various industries. His leadership has contributed to a culture of safety within the organization, focusing on innovative solutions that align with business objectives. Bodekor's expertise in risk management has been instrumental in reducing the total cost of risk for the company.
Previous Experience in Environmental and Safety Management
Before joining Advance Auto Parts, Ryan Bodekor held several key positions in environmental and safety management. He worked at Dean Foods as the Director of Environmental, Health and Safety from 2012 to 2017, where he operated remotely from Dallas, Texas. Prior to that, he was the Director of Recruiting and Compliance at TransForce from 2010 to 2012 in Alexandria, Virginia. Bodekor also served as the Regional Safety and Regulatory Compliance Manager at Transervice Logistics Inc. from 2009 to 2010, gaining valuable experience in safety and regulatory compliance.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Bodekor holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Health and Safety / Fire Science from Columbia Southern University. He also earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in Criminal Justice from Genesee Community College. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in environmental health and safety, risk management, and compliance.
Achievements in Safety Culture and Compliance
Throughout his career, Ryan Bodekor has been recognized for building strong relationships with regulatory agencies and industry experts. His efforts have significantly improved safety culture within organizations. He is proficient in balancing business needs with safety outcomes, which has contributed to employee retention and satisfaction. Bodekor is known for his exceptional communication skills, which facilitate consensus-building among board members, executives, and field leaders.