Erin Ryan
About Erin Ryan
Erin Ryan serves as the Senior Vice President of Finance and Operations at Balto, a position she has held since 2023. With a diverse background in operations and finance, she has progressed through various roles at Balto and has experience in the performing arts sector.
Work at Balto
Erin Ryan serves as the Senior Vice President of Finance & Operations at Balto, a position she has held since 2023. Prior to this role, she was Vice President of Operations from 2020 to 2022 and Vice President of Finance and Operations for a brief period from 2022 to 2023. Her tenure at Balto began in 2019 as an Operations Analyst, where she worked for seven months before advancing to Director of Operations. Erin's experience at Balto encompasses various leadership roles, showcasing her expertise in finance and operational management within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Erin Ryan holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Project Management from Webster University, which she completed from 2018 to 2021. She also earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology from the University of Cincinnati, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. This educational background equips her with a blend of business acumen and technical skills relevant to her roles in finance and operations.
Background
Before joining Balto, Erin Ryan accumulated diverse experience in the performing arts and production management. She worked as an Executive Assistant to the General Director at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis from 2014 to 2019. Additionally, she held various roles in sound design and production management at institutions such as the University of Cincinnati and Opera Carolina. Her early career included positions as a sound intern and audio engineer, demonstrating her foundational skills in technical theatre.
Previous Positions
Erin Ryan has held multiple positions in the arts and operational sectors. She worked as an Overhire Stagehand at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park for six years and as an Assistant Production Manager at Chautauqua Opera. Her experience also includes roles as a Sound Designer for various productions at the University of Cincinnati and Xavier University. This extensive background in both operational and creative roles has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the industry.