I am committed to your success.
But, you don’t just have to take my word for it.
Working with Ryan as my leadership and business coach over the past few years has helped me to build resilience in my work and define my unique style with my team. He listens to understand so that he can help you uncover the solution you are seeking. He is self-aware and conscious to not try to guide you to one cookie cutter solution, but has a manner of collaboration and “coming alongside you” that makes you feel validated and seen.
— Sarah Montgomery, Duluth MN
Wherever you are at in life, Ryan will meet you there with kindness and grace. His broad range of life experiences have perfectly prepared him to provide guidance, insight, and compassion. Ryan will ask the questions you didn't know needed asking, and you will feel totally at ease letting him into your space. He is the life coach you need if you are ready to start exploring what you want from life and meet your true self.
— Katie Peterson, Minneapolis MN
Ryan has had a profound impact on our team’s ability to see the bigger picture and the vision of our work, while simultaneously acting as a guide in supporting tangible next steps toward our goals. His energy and spirit are infectious in that they carry over to those he works with, creating a synergy that further empowers individuals and systems to reach their potential.
— Rebecca Paulson, Public Health Professional
Ryan’s positive energy, empathetic nature, and the effort he puts forward to engage diverse voices makes him an unusually effective leader.
- Don Ness, Executive Director, Ordean Foundation (& former Mayor)
Ryan possesses a unique ability to listen, learn and lead by example and has demonstrated success in mobilizing diverse groups of people towards a common objective. This allows for creative problem solving and the overall delivery of organizational mission.
- Jon Heyesen, CEO at Arbor Wood Co
Ryan is a seasoned executive leader who brought an important variety of unique skills to our organization at a critical time of transition: decisive yet collaborative leadership, creative problem solving, effective management of employees and volunteers, reliable and efficient project management, clear communication directives, and a sense of calm. I knew I could trust him to get the job done. His character and personality match his professional skills as he is approachable, trustworthy, dedicated, positive, dynamic and culturally sensitive. He is an excellent public speaker, an effective communicator, and a magnetic people person.
- Lindsay Snustad, Executive Director, Animal Allies Humane Society
Ryan is fantastic to work with. One of his greatest strengths is his care for the well-being of the people he works with. All throughout my pre-work, our time together, and follow-up, Ryan checked in with me regularly to see how things were going, to find out what I needed, and to encourage and challenge me. He saw me as a whole, multifaceted person and worked with me as such. My work with Ryan significantly impacted how I see myself and where and how I want to be in the world.
- Greg Reynen, Singapore
I very much enjoyed working with Ryan at the start of our often-morphing organization. He brought enthusiasm, vision and an unflagging encouragement to keep trying different initiatives. He was central to getting us launched.
- Dave Schmelzer, Blue Ocean Faith, Santa Monica, CA
Ryan has the ability to quickly recognize the strengths of others and help them maximize their potential. He cares deeply about using his skills as a coach to build future leaders for our community. He is kind, generous, smart, strategic, and a joy to work with.
- Brooke Wetmore, Chicago, IL
Ryan is a clear leader by example, capable of both broad executive leadership as well as the more detailed aspects of project management, and a proactive coach who is able to successfully get the best performances out of [others].
- David Mahagnoul, Head of Strategic Initiatives, GlaxoSmithKline
I admire Ryan’s ability to dig deeper into what is happening below the surface. He asks big questions with the goal of helping you find your mission and live in alignment with it. These types of questions generally leave me feeling overwhelmed and stuck, but Ryan’s approach inspired and motivated me. With his help, I was able to land a new job position that better aligns with my professional goals and personal values.
- Abigail Blonigen, Minneapolis, MN
I contacted Ryan on short notice to assist me in my preparation for a corporate leadership training. Ryan responded promptly and made my situation feel important. He prioritized meeting with me to help brainstorm topics around leadership in healthcare in the context of an organization going through complex changes, as well as navigating the pandemic. Ryan has extensive knowledge, sources, and experience that he communicates in an inspiring and confident manner. With his help, I was able to create a training for an executive-level leadership retreat that was impactful, well-received, and highly recognized.
- Emilie Mahler, Medical Administrator
Ryan has incredible confidence and skill, always keeping the big picture in view while leading strategically to achieve the desired goals and outcomes. Ryan has extensive experience in leading teams in diverse settings that required effective written and oral communication skills, navigating situations with cultural sensitivity and leading through challenging situations. He has long worked and demonstrated success in implementing diversity, inclusion, and equity. Ryan possesses experience and expertise in creating and implementing effective training systems for coaching leaders and all under his leadership to grow personally and professionally. His superior interpersonal and public communication skills from one-on-one settings to small groups to large audiences are one of his greatest strengths.
- Jay Sykes, Accounting & Tax Supervisor
I’ve known Ryan for nearly 20 years. His integrity and pursuit of the good in all areas of life led me to trust him to lead a series of life coaching session for me and my partner. We felt supported in our preparation and greatly encouraged by the time together. He offered resources (books, articles, journal prompts) and support before and after. I recommend working with Ryan if you are seeking to live with more intentionality and wholeness.
- Erin Mckenna, St. Paul, MN
Ryan throws his whole self into the project that he’s working on at any given time. He’s professional, insightful, and engages people in a way that feels supportive and accepting. Ryan demonstrates what constructive and successful change management can look like. His enthusiasm and positivity are contagious even through challenging projects.
- Amy, Public Health Professional
Ryan is a curious leader who will ask tough questions and is always interested in learning about the people he works with. I've seen first hand how he builds lasting relationships wherever he goes. He brings an interest in the big picture, but can still see the day to day of what needs to get done.
- Tony Cuneo, Zeitgeist
Ryan loves people. He is a curious listener and seeks to understand who you are to assist in helping you become more of yourself. Working with Ryan as my coach over the past several months has helped me identify where I want to be and has supported me in using my strengths to get there. I immediately felt comfortable in the safe space he provides. Ryan is intentional, an excellent communicator, and compassionate. He beautifully balances seeing the bigger picture strategically while cheering you on today.
- Liz Underwood, Operations Manager at Infinity Massage & Wellness