Sr. Manager, Strategy & Account Planning
Incessantly inquisitive and an optimizer by nature, Ryan thrives on the “why?” He wants to know how everything works, and more importantly, how to make it the best it can be—whether that means identifying best practices in a complex vertical or perfectly crafting a brand’s story.
Ryan began his career hanging out his shingle as an independent copywriter, developing award-winning creative work for national, regional, and local brands. Driven by a deep desire to understand the broader advertising ecosystem and the mechanics of a successful campaign, he evolved his focus toward brand and media strategy.
Today at Designsensory, Ryan leverages his creative roots and strategic mindset to guide the vision for top-tier clients, including Bush’s Beans, Dalmore Whisky, and the Gatlinburg CVB, among others.
When he isn’t working to optimize brands, Ryan is probably listening to a podcast (likely Stuff You Should Know), hunting for the best budget bourbon, or exploring South Knoxville.
