About RLR Human Capital Consulting
Empowering People. Elevating Performance. Driving Results.
Our Story
RLR Human Capital Consulting was founded by Ronald Rydell, an accomplished Human Resources Executive with over two decades of experience leading transformational talent and organizational strategies. With a career spanning Fortune 500 corporations and high-growth companies in industries such as sports, manufacturing, and insurance, Ronald brings a rare combination of strategic insight, operational expertise, and emotional intelligence to every engagement.
At the heart of RLR Human Capital Consulting is a passion for developing people, strengthening culture, and helping organizations thrive by aligning their talent strategies with business goals. Ronald has a proven track record of building HR functions from the ground up—having led this charge in eight organizations—and has consistently designed and executed high-impact initiatives in leadership development, cultural transformation, performance management, and organizational design.
Our Approach
What sets us apart is our deep understanding of people. We believe in:
Listening before advising
Balancing business goals with human needs
Bringing empathy, structure, and clarity to complex challenges
With high emotional intelligence, a people-first mindset, and a deep commitment to results, we partner with our clients to create lasting impact—from the boardroom to the front lines.
About Ronald L. Rydell
Ronald has led human capital initiatives across Fortune 500 corporations and high-growth companies in industries including sports, manufacturing, and insurance. As a trusted advisor to executive teams, he has a track record of aligning people strategies with business goals—boosting engagement, accelerating performance, and supporting sustainable growth.
Ronald holds a Strategic Human Resources Leadership Certificate from Cornell University and is certified in a range of areas including emotional intelligence, leadership coaching, DiSC communication, and DDI leadership training. Known for his collaborative and solutions-oriented approach, he has served as a strategic advisor to executive teams and a hands-on coach to emerging leaders.
Throughout his career, he has:
- Established HR functions in eight organizations from the ground up
- Led cultural transformation, leadership development, and performance management initiatives
- Designed and launched the Leadership Development Program for the Office of the Commissioner of Baseball
- Delivered Emotional Intelligence training to the Boston Red Sox and the University of Delaware’s leadership program
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