Ryan embarked on his real estate journey in 2004, marking a pivotal shift from a thriving corporate and private consulting career in Marketing and Business Development based in Los Angeles. Armed with an MBA from the esteemed University of Arizona’s Eller School of Business, earned at the young age of 23, Ryan’s ambition was to cultivate a successful business venture. His post-graduate tenure saw him assume a Brand Marketing role with a Fortune 100 Company, where he swiftly led a sizable team entrusted with managing a near 9-figure budget.
In 2002, Ryan ventured into private consulting, which eventually led him back to his roots in Los Angeles. It was here that he observed the pitfalls encountered by close friends and family in real estate transactions, prompting him to obtain his Real Estate License. His aspiration was clear: to offer unmatched service, care, professionalism, and expertise to his clients.
Ryan’s innate proficiency in marketing and technology promptly attracted collaborations with some of the industry’s most accomplished Realtors, both locally and globally. Over the initial 5 years of his real estate tenure, Ryan’s portfolio burgeoned, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from first-time homebuyers to A-list celebrities, business managers, and seasoned developers and investors. Since 2005, he has adeptly navigated Los Angeles’ commercial real estate landscape, facilitating transactions encompassing retail, office, industrial, food service, and mixed-use properties, including business ventures.
From 2011 to 2015, Ryan played a pivotal role in establishing and expanding a nascent Property Management firm, overseeing the management of over 2500 residential units and 300,000 square feet of commercial space as the Chief Operating Officer.
Ryan’s affable demeanor, quick wit, transparent communication style, and pragmatic approach to business have endeared him to clients, fostering a steady stream of referrals. He firmly believes that his amalgamation of business acumen, life experience, and genuine concern for his clients’ well-being and investments distinguishes him as the premier choice for all real estate needs.
Throughout his journey, Ryan takes immense pride in his philanthropic endeavors and community service. Serving as a mentor for over a decade, his altruistic spirit and commitment to enhancing the lives of others underscore his genuine character and passion for making a positive impact. Spend any amount of time with Ryan, and his unwavering dedication to improving the happiness, success, and quality of life for those around him becomes unmistakably evident.
Current/Recent Servant Leadership
2024
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Treasurer + Government Affairs Chair | Greater Los Angeles REALTORS®
IMPAC Trustee + C.A.R. Liaison to NAR MLS Ctte | California Assoc. of REALTORS®
MLS Forum Chair, Board of Directors, Political Advocate | National Assoc. of REALTORS® (2018-2024)
Nominations Committee Chair + Board of Directors | Los Angeles County BizFed
Ambassador + Board of Directors | West Coast Cares – Homelessness Non-Profit (2018 – Present)
2023
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Vice Treasurer + Board of Directors + Government Affairs Chair | Greater Los Angeles REALTORS®
IMPAC Trustee + Board of Directors | California Assoc. of REALTORS®
Graduate 2023 Class of the National Assoc. of REALTORS® Leadership Academy
MLS Forum Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Political Advocate | National Assoc. of REALTORS®
Co-Treasurer Operations Committee + Board of Directors | Los Angeles County BizFed
2022
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Region 17 Chair + Board of Directors | California Assoc. of REALTORS®
Board of Directors, Political Advocate + MLS Policy Ctte | National Assoc. of REALTORS®
Co-Treasurer Operations Committee + Board of Directors | Los Angeles County BizFed
2021
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Immediate Past President + Government Affairs Vice Chair | Greater Los Angeles REALTORS®
Region 17 Vice Chair + C.A.R. Liaison to NAR MLS Ctte | California Assoc. of REALTORS®
Co-Chair Government Affairs Advocacy Ctte + Board of Directors | Los Angeles County BizFed
Ambassador + Mentor | Children’s Lifesaving Foundation (2010 – Present)
2020
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Realtor® of the Year + President | Greater Los Angeles REALTORS®
Young Professional of the Year | California Assoc. of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network
Vice-Chair President’s Forum + Board of Directors | California Assoc. of REALTORS®
Board of Directors | Los Angeles County BizFed
Board of Directors + YP Committee Co-Chair | Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce (2018-2020)
Lead Volunteer | Santa Monica Homelessness Steering Committee (2018-2020)
Local Business Political Advocacy Liaison | BizFed Los Angeles (2018-2020)
2018-19
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Vice-Chair MLS Policy + Board of Directors | California Assoc. of REALTORS® (2019)
Community Police Academy | Santa Monica Police Department (2019)
Chairman’s Award | Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce (2019)
Vice-Chair YPN + Board of Directors | California Assoc. of REALTORS® (2018)
President/Chairman | Montana Avenue Merchants Assoc., Santa Monica (2016-2018)