Barry Cohn
About Barry Cohn
Barry Cohn serves as the Senior Vice President at Heffernan Insurance Brokers and the CEO of JorgensenHR, specializing in HR solutions, including Affirmative Action Plans and workplace investigations. He has over a decade of experience in HR consulting and has been recognized as one of San Fernando Valley’s Top 200 Most Influential Leaders in 2020.
Work at Heffernan Insurance Brokers
Barry Cohn serves as Senior Vice President at Heffernan Insurance Brokers, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he collaborates with 18 employment attorneys across 10 law firms to deliver comprehensive HR solutions. His focus includes creating Affirmative Action Plans to assist businesses in complying with regulatory requirements. Cohn's expertise in HR consulting is complemented by his commitment to providing ongoing support to clients.
Leadership at JorgensenHR
Since 2012, Barry Cohn has been the CEO and Chief HR Guy at JorgensenHR, located in Santa Clarita. In this capacity, he leads various HR initiatives, including performing HR audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement within client organizations. Cohn also offers a harassment hotline service to help clients maintain a safe work environment and conducts workplace investigations to address employee issues.
Education and Expertise
Barry Cohn earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he studied from 1972 to 1976. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA in Marketing and Finance from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School, completing his studies from 1979 to 1981. His academic background supports his specialization in HR consulting and compliance, particularly in creating Affirmative Action Plans.
Previous Experience at Imperial Bank
Before his current roles, Barry Cohn worked as Regional Vice President at Imperial Bank from 1997 to 2000. This position provided him with valuable experience in leadership and management within the financial sector, contributing to his overall expertise in business operations and human resources.
Recognition and Influence
In 2020, Barry Cohn was recognized as one of San Fernando Valley’s Top 200 Most Influential Leaders. This acknowledgment highlights his impact and contributions to the HR field and the broader business community, reflecting his commitment to enhancing workplace environments and compliance.