John Ryan

John Ryan is a seasoned Human Resources professional with extensive experience managing HR functions in various industries. Currently serving as the Human Resources Manager at West Fraser since March 2018, John has previously held similar managerial roles at Norbord South Carolina Inc and Aramark Higher Education, where responsibilities included staffing, recruitment, benefits, and compliance across multiple locations. Notably, during tenure at Thomas & Betts, John played a key role in facilitating remarkable growth and operational expansion. Earlier roles included managing HR operations in manufacturing and healthcare settings, demonstrating a strong background in organizational change and employee development. John holds a Master of Human Resource Management and a Master of Business Administration, both from Ottawa University.