Ryan Brennan
Head of Options + Alternatives
Get to know Ryan
What motivates you every day?
I'm motivated by solving problems and building things that make a real difference. I enjoy taking something complicated, figuring out how it works, and finding a way to make it simpler and more useful for advisors and clients.
If you could instantly master one skill, what would it be?
Coding. I'm always coming up with ideas for new tools, analytics, and ways to automate things. Being able to take an idea and build it from scratch would be incredibly useful and probably a lot of fun.
What is a career "low point" that actually set you up for success?
Losing a large client relationship after trying to do too much myself was a difficult but valuable lesson. It taught me the importance of trusting the people around me, involving the team, and recognizing that the best outcomes rarely come from trying to handle everything on your own.
What piece of advice would you give your younger self?
Don't be afraid to figure things out as you go. You don't have to know everything before you start. Some of the most valuable skills come from being willing to jump into something unfamiliar, learn it, and keep improving.
What's a fun fact about yourself?
I'm a former Division I wrestler who never quite left the sport behind. You're now more likely to find me on the coaching side of the mat.