Growing up in Blair, Nebraska, Ryan was captivated by math and science from an early age. His innate curiosity and enthusiasm for problem-solving fueled a lifelong fascination with understanding how things work. These passions propelled him beyond high school, where he pursued and earned a degree in mechanical engineering from South Dakota State University.

With over a decade of industry experience, Ryan is driven by a desire to improve the built environment and tackle challenges, while mentoring the next generation of innovative engineers. Ryan has had the opportunity to work across the country and in various market sectors, including healthcare, manufacturing, and aviation. Throughout his career, two impactful projects have not only shaped him as an engineer but also had a profoundly positive impact on people and his community. The first was providing critical infrastructure and mechanical systems design for a manufacturing client during the COVID-19 pandemic. This client was instrumental in distributing medical supplies worldwide, and Ryan felt immense pride in having been part of a design that made such a significant difference to so many people. Ryan has been a key contributor to the mechanical design of the Eppley Airfield terminal modernization project. This project has not only been pivotal to his career, but it will also help the city he calls home, Omaha, move forward in enhancing the customer experience.

Sustainability has been a driving force throughout his career in architectural engineering. As an active member of the Nebraska non-profit Bio Nebraska, Ryan champions the advancement of the bioscience sector. He is committed to integrating sustainable design practices that foster healthier, more resilient built environments for all occupants.