Debra Zorn, PHR, SHRM-CP

Debra Zorn, PHR, SHRM-CP is a seasoned professional currently serving as the Vice President of Regional Business at SFM - The Work Comp Experts, a workers' compensation insurance company.1 With a career spanning several decades in the insurance industry, Debra has established herself as a leader in workers' compensation and employment law.

Career at SFM

Debra's journey with SFM began in 1994 when she joined the company's in-house legal team.1 Over the years, she has held various positions within the organization, including:

• Employment Specialist (11 years)
• Business Manager for the middle-market North/Metro Business Unit
• Vice President of Regional Business (promoted in 2022)

In her current role, Debra leads a team of underwriters, claims adjusters, nurses, and loss prevention specialists. Her primary focus is on equipping her team with the necessary tools and knowledge to provide excellent service and expertise to clients and agency partners.

Education and Certifications

Debra's educational background and professional certifications include:

• Degree in Human Resources Management and Services from Cardinal Stritch University (graduated in 2006)1
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification (earned in 2009)1
• Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification (earned in 2015)1

Additional Roles

Beyond her primary responsibilities at SFM, Debra has also served in other capacities:

• Scholarship Director at the SFM Foundation
• Secretary on the SFM Foundation board of directors2

In her role with the SFM Foundation, Debra manages the recruiting and grading of scholarship applications, oversees scholarship payments, and acts as the main contact for scholarship recipients and their families, which includes a mentoring role.2

Debra Zorn's extensive experience in the insurance industry, coupled with her expertise in human resources and workers' compensation, has positioned her as a valuable leader at SFM - The Work Comp Experts.