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William Ryan

Vice President - Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at U.S. Venture, Inc.

William Ryan is a prominent figure in the business strategy and marketing sectors, currently serving as the Co-Founder of the Chief Strategy Officers Council of Wisconsin. He is also the Vice President and Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at U.S. Venture, Inc., where he leads enterprise growth strategy and strategic marketing for one of Wisconsin's largest private companies.

Professional Background

Ryan has an extensive career with significant roles in various organizations:

U.S. Venture, Inc. (August 2017 - Present): As Vice President, he focuses on marketing excellence and innovative strategies to drive business growth.
Johnson Controls (2013 - 2017): He held multiple positions, including Executive Director of Global Strategy and Marketing for the Security and Fire division, where he managed strategy across various global regions.
Tyco International (2005 - 2012): Ryan was involved in strategic planning and market development, contributing to substantial sales growth in government contracts and complex solutions.
Siemens (2000 - 2003): He led e-commerce initiatives and corporate marketing strategies within Siemens Power Transmission and Distribution.

Ryan's early career included founding a B2B eCommerce company and serving as a U.S. Army officer, where he attained the rank of Major.

Education

William Ryan holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the United States Military Academy at West Point and a Master of Public Administration from Webster University. He also completed an executive program at Singularity University focused on exponential change.

Ryan is recognized for his integrity and positive leadership style, making significant contributions to strategic marketing and business development throughout his career.1

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Experience

Vice President - Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at U.S. Venture, Inc. (August 2017 - Present)

Director of Strategy - Europe, Africa, Middle East and Latin America at Johnson Controls (July 2014 - March 2017), Executive Director Global Strategy and Marketing - Security and Fire at Johnson Controls (January 2013 - June 2014), Senior Director of Global Marketing - Enterprise Sales at Tyco International (March 2011 - January 2012)

Education

['High School Diploma from Northwest Webster (1979 - 1982)', 'Executive Program in Exponential Change from Singularity University (2019)', 'BS in Economics from United States Military Academy at West Point (1983 - 1986)', 'MPA in Public Administration from Webster University (1989 - 1991)'], ['High School Diploma from Northwest Webster (1979 - 1982)', 'Executive Program in Exponential Change from Singularity University (2019)', 'BS in Economics from United States Military Academy at West Point (1983 - 1986)', 'MPA in Public Administration from Webster University (1989 - 1991)'], ['High School Diploma from Northwest Webster (1979 - 1982)', 'Executive Program in Exponential Change from Singularity University (2019)', 'BS in Economics from United States Military Academy at West Point (1983 - 1986)', 'MPA in Public Administration from Webster University (1989 - 1991)'], ['High School Diploma from Northwest Webster (1979 - 1982)', 'Executive Program in Exponential Change from Singularity University (2019)', 'BS in Economics from United States Military Academy at West Point (1983 - 1986)', 'MPA in Public Administration from Webster University (1989 - 1991)']