Ira Finn, Phr, Shrm Cp. Cpsp
About Ira Finn, Phr, Shrm Cp. Cpsp
Ira Finn serves as the Vice President of Total Rewards at Ryan Specialty, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in compensation and benefits, having held leadership roles in various organizations and contributed to significant projects in human resources systems and job architecture.
Current Role at Ryan Specialty
Ira Finn serves as the Vice President of Total Rewards at Ryan Specialty, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the total rewards strategy, including compensation and benefits. He has led initiatives such as job architecture redesigns and the implementation of fair annual merit and bonus processes aligned with business objectives. Finn's expertise in optimizing Human Capital Management (HCM) systems has contributed to the efficiency of the organization's HR operations.
Previous Experience at Plan Sponsor Council of America
Finn previously worked at the Plan Sponsor Council of America as the President of the Leadership Council for 11 months in 2021. His role involved guiding strategic initiatives and collaborating with industry leaders to enhance the organization's mission. He has also been a member of the Board of Directors since 2007, contributing to the governance and strategic direction of the organization over a span of 17 years.
Professional Background in Human Resources
Ira Finn has extensive experience in human resources and benefits management. Before his current role, he served as the Director of Compensation and Benefits at Ryan Specialty from 2018 to 2020. His previous positions include Vice President of Global Benefits & Human Resources Systems at Heidrick & Struggles and Senior Benefits Manager at Komatsu America Corp. His career spans various organizations where he has implemented innovative compensation and benefits strategies.
Education and Certifications
Finn earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Bradley University, where he studied from 1993 to 1996. He holds several professional certifications, including SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) since 2016 and Certified Plan Sponsor Professional (CPSP) since 2019. Additionally, he has a Certificate in Benefit Plan Administration, Health Care Plans Management, and Retirement Plans, obtained in 2007.
Leadership Roles and Contributions
Throughout his career, Ira Finn has held various leadership roles, including serving on the Board of Directors for the American Retirement Association from 2020 to 2021 and as a Senatorial Member from 2020 to 2022. He actively seeks opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive positive transformations within organizations, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing workplace environments and employee satisfaction.