Ryan Russell

Ryan Russell is the Vice President of Innovation and New Product at Compassion International, a role he has held since July 2023.1 Here are some key details about his professional background:

Current Role

At Compassion International, Ryan leads a multidisciplinary group focused on innovation and new product development. His team includes professionals in product, design, and technology. Their mission is to release children from poverty in Jesus' name.1

Previous Experience

Ryan has an extensive background in design, user experience, and innovation across several major technology companies:

Hinge Health:

• Senior Vice President of Design and User Experience (July 2021 - June 2023)
• Led all design and user experience efforts as part of the Senior Leadership Team

Amazon:

• Director of Design & User Experience for Amazon Glow (February 2019 - July 2021)
• Director of User Experience (October 2012 - February 2019)
• Built and grew a centralized UX organization from 0 to 135+ people

McAfee:

• Senior User Experience Manager (January 2010 - October 2012)

Intel:

• Interaction Designer (June 2000 - October 2004)

Entrepreneurial Experience

Ryan co-founded and served as CEO of Cohdoo, a company that created the award-winning iOS audio recorder, Cohdoo Highlight, from October 2010 to December 2014.1

Education

• MBA in Business from George Fox University (2006 - 2008)
• B.S. in Software Engineering from Oregon Institute of Technology (1996 - 2000), graduating Magna Cum Laude1

Throughout his career, Ryan has demonstrated a strong focus on user experience, design innovation, and leadership in technology-driven environments.