Meet Ryan

I was born and raised in Sheridan on a ranch that was homesteaded by my great-grandfather. My parents still run the ranch with my sister’s family. While I grew up doing all the ranch-life things, I tend to lean towards farm equipment and helping to maintain the property. Driving a swather is one of my favorite things. My sister can have the cows.

I went to school in Sheridan County School District #2, just like my parents did (we even went to the same elementary school – Go Woodland Park Wranglers!). The opportunities I had and the education I received gave me quite an edge when choosing schools.

I went to college for music, which led me into music ministry, and eventually I became a full-time pastor, going back to school to become ordained. Along the way, I found my perfect match, the lovely Ashley, and we have had four dynamic children. Somewhere in there I also remodeled 12 homes trying to support our family.

Along my career path, I have also had the privilege to work as Director of Marketing & Communications at the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce which helped me understand how the business community thrives and what Wyoming businesses need. I also spent time as Executive Director of a youth organization in Sheridan, which opened my eyes to the diverse needs of kids and families. Now, I am the Director of Development at The Hub on Smith, Sheridan County’s senior services organization, where I have the opportunity to see first-hand the needs of the growing aging population.

In all of my experiences, I believe I have a well-rounded understanding of how communities work and what it takes for them to thrive.