Cynthia Ryan
About Cynthia Ryan
Cynthia Ryan is the Head of Human Resources at MassMutual with over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry.
Title and Current Position
Cynthia Ryan holds the position of Head of Human Resources at MassMutual. In this role, she leads the company's human resources department, steering HR strategies, policies, and initiatives to support the organization's goals.
Previous Roles at Cigna
Cynthia Ryan has an extensive career history at Cigna, where she served in several key roles. She was the EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer at The Cigna Group from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, she was the Senior Vice President of Human Resources for US Businesses from 2020 to 2021, and for US Government and Commercial Businesses, Strategy, Solutions & IT from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Human Resources Officer for US Commercial Businesses & Customer Segments from 2017 to 2018 in Bloomfield, CT.
Early Career and Wesley-on-East
Earlier in her career, Cynthia Ryan worked as a Human Resources Manager at Wesley-on-East from 1995 to 1997 in the Rochester, New York Area. This role laid the foundation for her extensive career in human resources and her eventual rise to senior leadership positions.
Educational Background
Cynthia Ryan has a strong educational background in human resources and management. She studied at Cornell University, where she achieved a Master's in Industrial and Labor Relations (MILR). Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from SUNY Geneseo.
Industry Experience and Leadership
With over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, Cynthia Ryan is known for her capability to instill trust and build robust networks. Recognized as a trusted confidant, coach, and strategic advisor, she has a proven track record in leading enterprise-wide changes and driving business growth. Her leadership is marked by the ability to navigate uncertainties and deliver results through strong functional HR leadership.