Ryan J. Ward

Ryan J. Ward, SHRM-SCP, serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at Foundation Building Materials since August 2023. Previously, Ryan held the position of Vice President of Human Resources (CHRO) at LAcarGUY from January 2018 to August 2023 and at Penske Motor Group from June 2014 to December 2017. Ryan's career in human resources began at Lionsgate as a Human Resources Representative from May 1999 to July 2001, advancing to roles such as Human Resources Generalist at Universal Studios Hollywood and Senior Director of Human Resources at Public Storage. Ryan also served as Human Resources Director - Field Operations at Lowe's Companies, Inc. for nearly a decade. Ryan earned a Bachelor of Science in Management & Human Resources from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona between 1996 and 2001.