Ryan Klinefelter

Ryan Klinefelter is an accomplished Strategy and Corporate Development Executive with a diverse expertise spanning across ecommerce, advertising, and mobile technology sectors.

With a strong background in product strategy, deal sourcing, inorganic growth, valuation, business operations, and fundraising, Ryan has successfully advised scaling start-ups and actively participated in M&A transactions and funding rounds with select clients.

Prior to his current role at Bolt, Ryan held significant positions including VP of Corporate Development at Vungle, Chief Strategy Officer for Smaato, and Director of Corporate Development for RhythmOne, where he significantly contributed to digital marketing strategy, cross-border deal flow, financial analysis, and relationship building.

Ryan holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Southern California and an MBA from IE Business School in Madrid, Spain.

Key victories in Ryan's career include advising a start-up to a nine-digit exit in 13 months, orchestrating a company acquisition with substantial profits, and leading strategic corporate development and fundraising efforts that resulted in significant financial growth and successful market entries.

His areas of expertise encompass diverse facets such as building projects in the ecommerce industry, digital marketing, deal sourcing, financial analysis, enterprise partnerships, and corporate governance among others.

Ryan's educational background includes an MBA from IE Business School, a Bachelor of Science from the University of Southern California, and additional studies at New York University.

Throughout his career, Ryan has been associated with renowned organizations like Bolt, Progress Partners, Qooore, Blue Pine Capital, and has held key positions at prominent companies including Vungle, Smaato, and RhythmOne, where his strategic insights and leadership have been instrumental in driving business growth and success.