Since 2003 Ryan has worked in the financial services industry, providing exemplary client service through portfolio allocation and financial planning. Ryan works with clients to establish a solid long term financial planning relationship, guiding clients through fact finding and data gathering, setting goals and clarifying needs, and then moving on to designing plans aimed to address individual’s specific needs. Once that foundation is in place, Ryan and his team define a customized allocation strategy for each client and select the appropriate investments as well as providing monitoring of those investments in advisory accounts. He also offers clients insight on the more complex issues that may arise in the financial planning and investment selection processes.

Ryan received his Bachelor of Science degree from Saint Louis University in 2002 and completed financial advisor sales & product training with A.G. Edwards, including the Accredited Asset Management Specialist program, in 2005. In 2008 he achieved the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^TM certification after completing a rigorous study program and a comprehensive exam. In 2014 he achieved the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation from the Investment Management Consultants Association after completing coursework that included studies at University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a two-stage examination process.

Ryan and his wife, Holly, have two wonderful daughters, Corynn and Lyla. The family resides in Eureka, where he is a dedicated sports fan, especially of the hometown Cardinals and Blues. Ryan is drawn to many different genres of music, he enjoys reading and cooking, and loves spending time with his family.