Ryan Smedes

Ryan Smedes is a seasoned Social Impact Leader currently serving as the Sr. Director of Program Design at Compassion International.1 With a strong background in nonprofit program management, he specializes in social impact program strategy, design, and evaluation.

Professional Experience

Smedes has dedicated his career to driving lasting change for people, communities, and the planet.1 His expertise lies in uniting people, evidence, and design to deliver innovative social impact strategies.2 As an international development program design and evaluation specialist, he has held various roles focusing on learning and evaluation, as well as resource and program management.3

Education and Skills

Ryan Smedes holds a Bachelor's degree, which has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of social impact initiatives. His skill set includes:

• Program strategy development
• Design and evaluation of social impact programs
• Learning and evaluation methodologies
• Resource management
• International development

Through his work at Compassion International and previous experiences, Smedes has established himself as a prominent figure in the nonprofit sector, particularly in the realm of program design and social impact assessment.