Ryan Dawkins
About Ryan Dawkins
Ryan Dawkins serves as the Vice President of Acquisition Integration at Protective Life, where he has worked since 2009. He leads cross-functional teams in operations and technology due diligence and oversees integration strategies following mergers and acquisitions.
Work at Protective Life
Ryan Dawkins has held the position of Vice President Acquisition Integration at Protective Life since 2009. In this role, he leads cross-functional teams focused on operations and technology due diligence during potential mergers and acquisitions. His responsibilities include developing and governing separation and integration plans to ensure successful transitions post-deal closure. Dawkins also oversees the business-as-usual performance at acquired locations prior to integration, ensuring that operations remain stable during the transition period.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Dawkins earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Management from Georgia Southwestern State University, where he studied from 2002 to 2003. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Agricultural Economics from The University of Georgia, completing his studies from 1996 to 2000. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in acquisition integration and operational management.
Background
Before joining Protective Life, Ryan Dawkins worked at Golden Peanut and Tree Nuts as a Quality Coordinator and Production Supervisor from 2003 to 2006. This position allowed him to gain valuable experience in quality control and production management, which contributed to his operational knowledge in subsequent roles. His career path reflects a progression from quality assurance to strategic integration within the financial services sector.
Achievements
In his current role at Protective Life, Ryan Dawkins is accountable for driving the separation and integration strategy, objectives, and tactics following mergers and acquisitions. He oversees long-term system conversion planning and manages the operational impacts associated with these transitions. His leadership in these areas has been instrumental in ensuring that the company effectively navigates the complexities of M&A activities.