Darla Schroeder
About Darla Schroeder
Darla Schroeder serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at Ryan Specialty, where she has worked since 2013. With extensive experience in human resources across various organizations, she specializes in talent acquisition and operational efficiencies.
Work at Ryan Specialty
Darla Schroeder has served as Vice President of Human Resources at Ryan Specialty since 2013. In this role, she oversees talent acquisition strategies, including college recruiting and acquisitions. She collaborates directly with senior leadership to address complex organizational challenges. Under her leadership, the company has successfully implemented SAP Success Factors cloud, which has enhanced HR operations.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Ryan Specialty, Darla Schroeder held several key positions in human resources. She worked as Director of Human Resources at RSM McGladrey from 2002 to 2007, where she managed HR operations in the Rockford, Illinois area. Following that, she was Senior Human Resources Manager at Apple Vacations from 2007 to 2013 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Earlier in her career, she served as Manager of Human Resources at ETS-Lindgren from 1991 to 1999.
Education and Expertise
Darla Schroeder holds an MBA in Human Resources from North Central College, which she completed from 1993 to 1997. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Northern Illinois University between 1984 and 1988. In addition to her formal education, she worked as Adjunct Faculty at Concordia University Wisconsin from 2002 to 2012, contributing to the academic field while enhancing her expertise in human resources.
Skills and Operational Efficiencies
Darla Schroeder possesses a strong ability to strengthen existing processes and controls while driving operational efficiencies within organizations. Her experience in overseeing talent acquisition and implementing advanced HR technologies demonstrates her commitment to improving human resources functions. Her strategic approach has contributed to the overall effectiveness of the HR departments she has managed.