Ryan Glenn
About Ryan Glenn
Ryan Glenn serves as the Director of Statewide Initiatives at Ben Franklin Technology Partners, a position he has held since 2014. He has extensive experience in finance and business development, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations in Pennsylvania.
Current Role at Ben Franklin Technology Partners
Ryan Glenn serves as the Director of Statewide Initiatives at Ben Franklin Technology Partners, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he focuses on fostering economic development and innovation across Pennsylvania. His responsibilities include overseeing statewide initiatives that support technology-based economic growth. Glenn operates out of the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Area, contributing to the organization's mission of enhancing the state's economic landscape.
Previous Experience in Accounting and Finance
Before his current role, Ryan Glenn accumulated extensive experience in accounting and finance. He worked as a CPA at The Kinmon Company from 2003 to 2008. Following this, he served as Principal at the same company from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he held the position of Controller at HydroWorx International Inc. from 2011 to 2012. His expertise in financial management laid a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in economic development.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Ryan Glenn has pursued entrepreneurial opportunities alongside his corporate roles. He became a franchisee at Woodcraft, LLC in 2018, where he has been active for six years. Furthermore, he co-owns and serves as CFO of Middletown Lumber Inc. since 2021. These ventures reflect his commitment to business development and community engagement in the Harrisburg area.
Educational Background
Ryan Glenn holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Penn State University, where he concentrated in Financial Analysis and E-business from 2016 to 2018. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting from Messiah University, completing his studies from 1998 to 2003. His educational background equips him with the analytical and strategic skills necessary for his diverse roles in finance and economic development.
Experience in Economic Development
Ryan Glenn has a background in economic development, having worked as a Venture Capital Advisor at the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development from 2012 to 2014. In this capacity, he provided guidance on venture capital initiatives, contributing to the growth of the state's economy. His experience in this sector complements his current role at Ben Franklin Technology Partners.