Ryan grew up in a large, tightly knit family on the south shore of Boston. His love for the outdoors and passion for business began early in life, working as a manager at Fishing the Cape in Harwich, MA. There, he also served as an instructor at the Orvis Saltwater Flyfishing School, sharing his expertise and enthusiasm with others. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in International Studies from Boston College, which included a semester abroad in Ireland. This international experience deepened his appreciation for travel and his Irish heritage.
Ryan’s professional journey began at Boathouse Group in Waltham, MA, where he advised companies on enhancing their branding, communication, and marketing strategies. He then spent seven years at John Hancock Investment Management, where he progressed through increasingly senior roles, culminating in leading investment product marketing for the U.S. intermediary channel. Ryan joined Heritage in 2021 as a Paraplanner and was promoted in 2023 to a Wealth Advisor. In this role, Ryan partners with Wealth Managers to conduct client review meetings and to address client requests and inquiries. He coordinates with clients’ accountants, attorneys, and other advisors to ensure that all facets of their finances are working in concert with each other.
Currently pursuing his MBA at the Carroll School of Management at Boston College, Ryan resides in West Newton, MA, with his wife, Meredith. Outside of work, he enjoys skiing, fishing and golfing, and spending time with family and friends. Ryan serves on the Board of Saint John Paul II Catholic Academy in Dorchester, MA.