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Scott Wilson Joins Ryan as Senior Vice President, Chief Transformation and Strategy Officer

PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, is pleased to announce that Scott Wilson has joined the Firm as Senior Vice President, Chief Transformation and Strategy Officer (CTSO). Wilson brings more than two decades of strategic leadership expertise with a proven track record of developing and executing opportunities from boardrooms to front lines that grow businesses, cultivate innovation, and instill accountability.

“We are thrilled to welcome such an accomplished leader to Ryan,” said Ginny B. Kissling, President Americas and Chief Operating Officer. “Scott’s deep expertise in business strategy and operations will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and grow our Firm, while staying competitive in the continuously evolving tax and technology industry.”

Prior to joining Ryan, Wilson served as the chief underwriting and investment officer at a financial services and technology company. Focused on the creation of a cutting-edge, technology-enabled business unit, Wilson introduced digital processes that cut transaction times from months to days while delivering returns well above expectations. Previously, he led strategy for a multinational alternative asset investment firm, while leading a $1 billion private equity portfolio. He also served on the boards of more than a half-dozen companies. Wilson launched his career at McKinsey & Company where he advised Fortune 500 clients on growth and operational excellence.

“I am honored to join Ryan and excited to contribute to the Firm’s ambitious vision for growth and innovation,” said Scott Wilson. “I look forward to leveraging my experience to drive transformative initiatives, enhance operational excellence, and unlock new opportunities that will strengthen Ryan’s market leadership. Together, we will continue to build on the Firm’s strong foundation and deliver exceptional value to our clients around the world.”

Wilson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in management, graduating summa cum laude, and a Master of Business degree in management, graduating with honors, both from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He will be based at Ryan’s headquarters in Plano, Texas, reporting to Ginny B. Kissling, President Americas and Chief Operating Officer.

About Ryan

Ryan, an award-winning global tax services and software provider, is the largest Firm in the world dedicated exclusively to business taxes. With global headquarters in Plano, Texas, the Firm provides an integrated suite of federal, state, local, and international tax services on a multijurisdictional basis, including tax recovery, consulting, advocacy, compliance, and technology services. Ryan is an 11-time recipient of the International Service Excellence Award from the Customer Service Institute of America (CSIA) for its commitment to world-class client service. Empowered by the dynamic myRyan work environment, which is widely recognized as the most innovative in the tax services industry, Ryan’s multidisciplinary team of more than 6,500 professionals and associates serves over 77,000 clients in more than 80 countries, including many of the world’s most prominent Global 5000 companies. More information about Ryan can be found at ryan.com.

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Public Relations Specialist
Ryan
331.251.1050
allie.bandemer@ryan.com

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