Ryan Spilken
About Ryan Spilken
Ryan Spilken serves as the Senior Communications and Employee Engagement Manager at Adaptavist, where he has worked since 2022. He specializes in marketing, content creation, and employee engagement strategies, drawing on his extensive experience in the Atlassian ecosystem.
Work at Adaptavist
Ryan Spilken has been serving as the Senior Communications and Employee Engagement Manager at Adaptavist since 2022. In this role, he focuses on crafting and delivering employee engagement strategies that emphasize attraction, onboarding, and internal communications. Prior to this position, he held various roles at Adaptavist, including Evangelist from 2019 to 2022, Senior Learning and Development Consultant from 2015 to 2018, and Client Services Account Manager from 2018 to 2019. His extensive experience within the company has allowed him to develop a unique perspective on business processes, particularly within the Atlassian ecosystem.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Spilken studied at Missouri State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Marketing from 2010 to 2013. He also attended Ozarks Technical Community College, obtaining an Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Graphic Design. His educational background supports his specialization in marketing, content creation, public speaking, training, and process planning. This combination of education and expertise enables him to effectively engage employees and enhance communication strategies within organizations.
Background
Before joining Adaptavist, Ryan Spilken worked at Missouri State University in various roles, including Technical Trainer and Training & Documentation Student Worker from 2013 to 2015 and 2010 to 2013, respectively. He also gained experience as a Guitar Instructor at Springfield Music from 2009 to 2010. His diverse background in training and education has contributed to his skills in employee engagement and communication.
Achievements in Podcasting
Ryan Spilken produces and hosts the Adaptavist Live Podcast Network, where he focuses on storytelling and communication. He is actively involved in discussions about DevOps and Agile on various podcasts, including the Team Titans podcast series and the Atlassian Ecosystem Podcast, which he co-hosts. Through these platforms, he engages with notable figures in the tech industry, enhancing his visibility and influence within the community.