Barney Olson

Barney Olson is a seasoned professional in talent management and organizational development, currently serving as Senior Director of Talent at Gibraltar Industries since November 2021, after holding the role of Director of Organization and Talent Development. Prior experience includes leadership roles at iO Collaborative, HNI Corporation, Diebold Nixdorf, and ABF Ingredients, where responsibilities encompassed transforming talent review processes, designing leadership development programs, and implementing talent strategies across organizations. Barney's extensive background also includes consulting positions at Korn Ferry, teaching at Central College, and HR management at PwC, complemented by a strong academic foundation with advanced degrees in Human Resources Management and Business Administration from the University of Iowa and Texas A&M University.