Ron Tolbert
About Ron Tolbert
Ron Tolbert serves as the Area Human Resources Business Partner for the Southwest region at US Foods, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in human resources, having worked in various roles across multiple companies, including Sysco and Georgia-Pacific.
Current Role at US Foods
Ron Tolbert serves as the Area Human Resources Business Partner for the Southwest region at US Foods. He has held this position since 2019 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing human resources functions within the region, focusing on strategic initiatives that support business objectives.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to his current role, Ron Tolbert held several significant positions in human resources. He worked as the Vice President of Human Resources at Sysco from 2017 to 2019. Before that, he served as the Regional Senior Human Resources Business Partner at RB from 2015 to 2017. His experience also includes a role as Human Resources Manager at Georgia-Pacific LLC from 2010 to 2012.
Board Memberships and Consulting Roles
Ron Tolbert has contributed to various organizations through board memberships and consulting roles. He was an Executive Board Member at Jeffco Subcontracting Inc. from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he served as a Board Member at HavenHouse St. Louis for a brief period in 2019. He also worked as a Government Consultant at Stratix Corporation from 2006 to 2008.
Educational Background
Ron Tolbert has a solid educational foundation in business and human resources. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida and another Bachelor’s degree from Florida Gulf Coast University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Ashford University between 2006 and 2008.