Ryan Beltran

Ryan Beltran is the co-founder and CEO of Original Grain, Inc., a watch company known for creating unique timepieces made from wood and steel. Here are some key details about Ryan Beltran:

Professional Background

Ryan co-founded Original Grain with his brother Andrew Beltran in 2013. The company specializes in producing watches that combine wood and steel, often using reclaimed materials with interesting histories.

Education and Early Career

• Graduated from the University of Oregon in 2011 with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management
• After graduation, Ryan moved to Guangzhou, China to start a consumer products brand
• While in China, he developed the idea for Original Grain watches

Founding Original Grain

• In 2013, Ryan and his brother Andrew launched Original Grain on Kickstarter, raising $390,000 in 30 days
• The company has since grown to become a leader in their niche, known for using reclaimed wood in their watch designs
• Notable collaborations include partnerships with MLB teams like the New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs, using reclaimed stadium seats in their watches

Achievements and Recognition

• Original Grain has sold over 50,000 watches made from reclaimed Kentucky bourbon barrels and German beer barrels
• The company has planted nearly 500,000 trees through their partnership with Trees for the Future
• Ryan has been recognized as a seasoned entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in e-commerce and consumer products

Current Role

As the founder of Original Grain, Ryan continues to lead the company's growth and innovation in the watch industry, focusing on creating unique timepieces that tell a story through their materials and design.