Dan Ryan

Dan Ryan brings more than 30 years of experience in steel operations, with a career grounded in safety, precision, and execution. At Hertha Metals, he leads plant operations as the company transitions from pilot production to full-scale commercial output.

He has played a key role in launching two advanced Compact Strip Production (CSP) facilities. At Acme Steel, Dan contributed to the commissioning of the industry’s first CSP plant with a seven-stand rolling mill. He later joined Steel Dynamics to help build a next-generation CSP facility incorporating a thick slab caster, dual roughing mills, and a six-stand finishing mill. Before joining Hertha, he served as Hot Mill Manager at ArcelorMittal Riverdale, where he drove major process improvements, strengthened safety culture, and elevated product quality.

Dan’s leadership combines deep technical understanding with a steady, team-first approach. His ability to build strong operating systems and mentor high-performing teams continues to shape Hertha’s foundation for long-term operational excellence.