Blake Adams
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Jeff Arnold
I had the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with Ryan on business projects as both a business and referral partner. Through these introductions I learned to respect and admire Ryan as a business professional. Ryan is a professional in every meaning of the word. His follow up and execution is flawless. He has a very deep business acumen that allows him to add value to any relationship that he is involved in. Ryan has a special mix of business know how that has allowed him to be successful in any of his business ventures. I would highly recommend Ryan to anyone who is look to add or upgrade their existing Human Capital.
C. Alex Linde
Ryan was easy to work with and proactive in assessing my needs and was able to anticipate services that I may require without offering those that didn't apply. I would recommend Ryan in any service agent role.
Jeff Arnold
I had the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with Ryan on business projects as both a business and referral partner. Through these introductions I learned to respect and admire Ryan as a business professional. Ryan is a professional in every meaning of the word. His follow up and execution is flawless. He has a very deep business acumen that allows him to add value to any relationship that he is involved in. Ryan has a special mix of business know how that has allowed him to be successful in any of his business ventures. I would highly recommend Ryan to anyone who is look to add or upgrade their existing Human Capital.
C. Alex Linde
Ryan was easy to work with and proactive in assessing my needs and was able to anticipate services that I may require without offering those that didn't apply. I would recommend Ryan in any service agent role.
Jeff Arnold
I had the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with Ryan on business projects as both a business and referral partner. Through these introductions I learned to respect and admire Ryan as a business professional. Ryan is a professional in every meaning of the word. His follow up and execution is flawless. He has a very deep business acumen that allows him to add value to any relationship that he is involved in. Ryan has a special mix of business know how that has allowed him to be successful in any of his business ventures. I would highly recommend Ryan to anyone who is look to add or upgrade their existing Human Capital.
C. Alex Linde
Ryan was easy to work with and proactive in assessing my needs and was able to anticipate services that I may require without offering those that didn't apply. I would recommend Ryan in any service agent role.
Jeff Arnold
I had the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with Ryan on business projects as both a business and referral partner. Through these introductions I learned to respect and admire Ryan as a business professional. Ryan is a professional in every meaning of the word. His follow up and execution is flawless. He has a very deep business acumen that allows him to add value to any relationship that he is involved in. Ryan has a special mix of business know how that has allowed him to be successful in any of his business ventures. I would highly recommend Ryan to anyone who is look to add or upgrade their existing Human Capital.
C. Alex Linde
Ryan was easy to work with and proactive in assessing my needs and was able to anticipate services that I may require without offering those that didn't apply. I would recommend Ryan in any service agent role.
Experience
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Invent Workshop
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Business Development
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Mar 2011 - Present
The Invent Workshop provides unparalleled architecture by combining superior design with real-life practical building knowledge. Our LEED certified architects and skilled technicians create healthy, quality, and sustainable structures in both residential and commercial applications. There are precious few architects left in our modern world. You'll find real talent in the Invent Workshop. The only way to see for sure is to take a look, so stop by and visit! The Invent Workshop provides unparalleled architecture by combining superior design with real-life practical building knowledge. Our LEED certified architects and skilled technicians create healthy, quality, and sustainable structures in both residential and commercial applications. There are precious few architects left in our modern world. You'll find real talent in the Invent Workshop. The only way to see for sure is to take a look, so stop by and visit!
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Consultant
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Aug 2010 - Apr 2011
Responsible for: - Creation and documentation of a new business model for a new business models - Facilities development to match model - Recruiting and training - Directing launch and post-launch reviews - Marketing and advertising strategies/campaigns Responsible for: - Creation and documentation of a new business model for a new business models - Facilities development to match model - Recruiting and training - Directing launch and post-launch reviews - Marketing and advertising strategies/campaigns
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Farm Bureau Financial Services
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United States
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Insurance
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700 & Above Employee
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Adams Insurance and Financial Services LLC
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Mar 2008 - Jun 2010
Opened a "scratch" agency representing FBFS. This included: -Developing new business model for agency -Marketing a comprehensive suite of insurance and financial services to business and consumer clients, with a focus on commercial risk management -Recruiting and building an administrative and sales staff -Attained several awards for excellent production -Acted as liaison between corporate interests, regulatory authorities, and clients Opened a "scratch" agency representing FBFS. This included: -Developing new business model for agency -Marketing a comprehensive suite of insurance and financial services to business and consumer clients, with a focus on commercial risk management -Recruiting and building an administrative and sales staff -Attained several awards for excellent production -Acted as liaison between corporate interests, regulatory authorities, and clients
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EquiTrust Life Insurance Company
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United States
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Insurance
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100 - 200 Employee
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Licensed Securities Representative
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Mar 2008 - Jun 2010
-Sold, managed, and consulted clients regarding their securities portfolio. Equitrust is the Securities Broker-Dealer for FBFS. Position ran concurrently with Farm Bureau Agency. -Sold, managed, and consulted clients regarding their securities portfolio. Equitrust is the Securities Broker-Dealer for FBFS. Position ran concurrently with Farm Bureau Agency.
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President
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Jan 2001 - Jul 2007
Opened APC to service Southern Arizona's need for quality swimming pool and outdoor automation, code compliance, and mechanical service needs. Focused on: -Updating commercial facilities to automated high-efficiency mechanical systems -Consulted for property managers, hotels, and government agencies regarding safety and code requirements, mechanical upgrades, and maintenance options -Grew to third largest company in Southern Arizona at time of sale -Received "AAA" rating from ServiceMaster Show less
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Rubio's Restaurants, Inc.
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United States
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Restaurants
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400 - 500 Employee
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Manager
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Dec 1999 - Jan 2001
-Responsible for the overall operation of an assigned restaurant in the Mesa, AZ area -Transferred to Tucson, AZ to assist with the launch of three new units in the market -Responsible for the overall operation of an assigned restaurant in the Mesa, AZ area -Transferred to Tucson, AZ to assist with the launch of three new units in the market
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Education
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2000 - 2004
University of Arizona
B.S, Business Administration (Management Information Systems) -
1996 - 1998
Mesa Community College
Associate of Arts, Business
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