Ola Snow

Chief Human Resources Officer, Cardinal Health

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Ola Snow is chief human resources officer at Cardinal Health with oversight for the company’s Human Resources, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Community Relations, Communications, Environmental Health and Safety, Security, Real Estate and Facilities organizations.

Ola Snow is a passionate and results-driven leader with over 20 years of experience at Cardinal Health. As Chief Human Resources Officer, she is dedicated to building a culture that attracts, retains and empowers talented individuals to deliver results and thrive. Snow has responsibility for all the functions that support and contribute to a positive employee experience.

Her leadership has been instrumental in shaping Cardinal Health’s human capital strategy, driving business outcomes and fostering a workplace culture where employees feel valued and supported. She has a proven track record of success in navigating complex challenges, including leading over 25 mergers and acquisition opportunities.

As a strong advocate for mental health and workplace culture, Snow leads initiatives to create an inclusive culture where all Cardinal Health employees are encouraged to be their authentic selves to promote an environment where all can thrive. As a board member of the Cardinal Health Foundation, Snow’s passion for her community and her strong leadership skills have been recognized by several organizations including Top 50 HR, Top 40 N2Growth, Columbus Business First and the National Diversity Council.

Beyond her work at Cardinal Health, Snow is actively involved in the community, serving on numerous boards and councils including Flying Horse Farms and Baxter Credit Union. She has been a dedicated member of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Circle, having chaired the 2022 Columbus Go Red campaign and currently serving on the Go Red for Women National Council. Snow is an active member of the Ohio State University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health's Chairman's Advisory Council and Strategic Planning Team. She serves on the Advisory Board for the Center of Executive Succession for the University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business. Snow was also recognized as a YWCA Women of Achievement in 2024 for her deep commitment to breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for women in central Ohio.

Snow holds a bachelor’s degree in management, with an emphasis on human resource management from University of Alabama.

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