Ryan Willenbord

Ryan Willenborg,

CFP®, CEPA® Client Relationship Manager

Ryan brings a wealth of experience to our firm, with nearly 10 years of experience dedicated to investment banking, M&A advisory, transaction advisory services and public accounting. Ryan’s expertise is particularly focused on serving middle market companies and small businesses, where he has a strong track record of working closely with business owners preparing for and executing transactions. Clients will benefit from Ryan's deep analytical capabilities and his comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in planning for and executing successful transactions.

Ryan's professional qualifications underscore his commitment to excellence and knowledge in the financial industry. He holds the prestigious Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) designation, is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®). Furthermore, Ryan has obtained his Series 7, Series 63, Series 65 and Series 79 licenses.

Ryan is deeply committed to acting in the best interests of his clients and is driven by a genuine desire to educate business owners on the complexities and opportunities within the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) process. His passion for investing further enhances his ability to provide insightful and strategic guidance to empower business owners. He understands the significant decisions our clients face and is dedicated to providing the support and clarity needed to help achieve their objectives. His insights and understanding of the challenges and opportunities you face can provide additional support as you navigate the growth of your business and prepare for potential liquidity events.

Born and raised in Florida, Ryan’s academic foundation includes dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and Finance from Florida State University. Whether it’s on the slopes in Colorado, on the trail in upstate New York or on the beautiful beaches of New Jersey, Ryan finds joy in exploring life’s great adventures with his wife Alexandra.

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, Certified Financial Planner®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.