Chicago (August 1, 2022)—The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI) is pleased to announce that Syeda Soofia has joined Griffin MSI as the Vice President of Human Resources and Chief of People and Culture.

Soofia most recently led HR at Dearborn Group, a Health Care Services Corporation (HCSC). In her role at Dearborn, she collaborated with every department to ensure the company’s greatest assets, its people, were provided with what they needed to be successful. It is people and purpose that inspires her to stay motivated. Additionally, Soofia led the HR function for HCSC’s Pharmacy Division.

Prior to joining HCSC, Soofia functioned as the Head of HR for North and South America for Xchanging, a CSC company. Soofia has an educational background in teaching, having taught high school for two years. She transitioned to the corporate sector and has spent 25 years working in HR. Soofia has been an HR leader in a variety of industries and sectors. She holds a Master’s Certificate in HR Management and is PHR and SPHR Certified.

“Griffin MSI has always been a part of my life, starting with many wonderful childhood visits I still cherish,” said Soofia. “I’m so honored to be part of this mission-driven institution with such deep roots in the city of Chicago and surrounding communities.”