Bradley Wagner

About Bradley Wagner

Bradley is an accomplished executive with nearly 25 years of leadership experience in retail and the financial industry. His greatest accomplishment is being a dad to five amazing young people and also has had the honor and privilege to be- An influential strategy architect and culture creator with demonstrated success transforming the diverse and inclusive talent level, sales planning, and community commitment- A purpose-driven leader pairing authentic empathy and professional agility in creating and managing a national infrastructure – with region-specific sensibilities – that celebrates individuality, inclusivity, innovation and belonging- Progressive with industry leadership and valuable experience marrying DEI principles and corporate responsibility choices to expand company ethos to the larger community- A committed, kind relationship builder who anticipates resistance and navigates mistrust and uncertainty with understanding and a steadfast posture of possibility- Data-driven with a change management focus that clarifies company vision and purpose, identifies obstacles, and keeps fluid, multifaceted initiatives on track and constantly improving.

Experience

1. Chief Inclusion Officer

   Principal Financial Group

   Sep 2025 — Present · Des Moines, IA, US

   We believe that a culture of inclusion is foundational to who we are, the change we have driven, and the future we are creating. That’s why we are building a workplace inclusive of all perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.Our global inclusion strategy is underpinned by three pillars:In our workplace: We’re committed to nurturing an inclusive culture based on the highest ethical standards, and a dedication to fairness, respect, integrity, and trust.In our business practices: Our focus on inclusion is central to how we operate as a global company with the purpose of helping more people build a bright future. We strive to implement business practices that serve a wide-ranging customer base, broaden accessibility to inclusive products and services, and incorporate an inclusive approach to supply chain management.In our communities: Principal, together with Principal® Foundation is giving back to and strengthening the communities in which we operate.To learn more, visit

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

  Kinesiology

  1997

Skills

• Talent Management
• Team Leadership
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Talent Acquisition
• Social Media
• Sourcing
• Leadership
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Training
• Public Speaking
• College Recruiting
• Human Resources
• Strategic Planning
• Employee Relations
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Personnel Management
• Leadership Development
• Retail
• Recruiting
• Succession Planning
• Merchandising
• Onboarding