Ryan Jacobs

Ryan Jacobs is the Head of Deployments (Senior Director) at Motional, a leading company in autonomous vehicle technology. He has been in this role since March 2021, where he is responsible for the strategy and execution of deploying fleets of autonomous vehicles in collaboration with major ride-hailing and logistics partners such as Uber and Lyft.12

Professional Background

• Motional: Before his current position, Ryan served as the Chief of Staff to the CEO from January 2019 to March 2021, advising on strategic and organizational projects during a significant corporate transition. He also held the role of Director of Boston Operations, where he led teams focused on testing new software and hardware for autonomous vehicles.1
• Previous Experience: Ryan's career includes roles at Shyp as Manager of Growth and Infrastructure Operations, and at Nike, where he developed predictive models for inventory management. He has also worked in various engineering capacities at Amazon and GE Aviation.1

Education

Ryan holds dual Master's degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Cornell University.1

Skills and Leadership

Known for his clear communication and actionable feedback, Ryan has built teams that focus on innovation in robotics and operations within the autonomous vehicle sector.1 His leadership style emphasizes strategic planning and operational efficiency, making him a key figure in advancing Motional's deployment initiatives.