Dan Haynes
Yorktown,IN
Summary
Mission-driven operations leader with over a decade of experience overseeing teams, managing budgets, developing programs, and driving organizational effectiveness. Strong background in staff leadership, financial oversight, and cross-department collaboration. Proven ability to align operations with strategic goals while fostering inclusive, people-centered cultures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Stock Plan Administrator
Freshworks
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Supported global operational programs serving a diverse employee population.
- Partnered with senior leaders to ensure program effectiveness, compliance, and fiscal responsibility.
- Developed and improved processes that enhanced participant experience and operational consistency.
Equity Compensation Manager
KAR Global
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Led administration of organization-wide compensation programs with direct impact on employee engagement and retention.
- Supported executive leadership and Board of Directors through reporting, presentations, and governance activities.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and financial targets.
Benefits Analyst | Loan Operations Assistant Manager | Customer Service Supervisor
First Merchants Corporation
Muncie, IN
01.2009 - 01.2020
- Progressively promoted into leadership roles with responsibility for teams of up to 24 staff members.
- Managed operational budgets, monitored expenses, and ensured strong internal controls.
- Designed and implemented process improvements that increased efficiency, accuracy, and service quality.
- Built strong relationships across departments and with external partners during multiple organizational integrations.
Education
MBA -
Indiana Wesleyan University
BS - Business Administration
Ball State University
Skills
- Multi-Department Staff Leadership
- Budgeting, Financial Reporting & Controls
- Program Oversight & Evaluation
- Community & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Process Improvement & Operational Growth
- Board & Committee Support
Timeline
Senior Stock Plan Administrator
Freshworks
01.2022 - 01.2025
Equity Compensation Manager
KAR Global
01.2020 - 01.2021
Benefits Analyst | Loan Operations Assistant Manager | Customer Service Supervisor
First Merchants Corporation
01.2009 - 01.2020
BS - Business Administration
Ball State University
MBA -
Indiana Wesleyan University