Ryan Gard
About Ryan Gard
Ryan Gard serves as the General Manager at Cintas, where he has worked since 2018. He has a strong background in sales and training, having previously held the position of Enterprise Training Manager and consistently achieved high performance in various roles.
Current Role as General Manager
Ryan Gard has served as General Manager at Cintas since 2018, operating in the Indianapolis, Indiana Area. In this role, he oversees various operational aspects of the business, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery. His leadership has contributed to the company's success in maintaining high standards and achieving business objectives.
Previous Experience at Cintas
Prior to his current position, Ryan Gard worked at Cintas as an Enterprise Training Manager from 2017 to 2018. During this time, he focused on training and developing employees across multiple business divisions. His efforts in this role were recognized through consistent achievement of President Club performance as both a sales representative and sales manager.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Gard earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Operations Management from Ball State University - College of Business, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in operational strategies and management principles, which he applies in his professional roles.
Awards and Recognition
In recognition of his leadership capabilities, Ryan Gard received the FY'19 Outstanding Achievement Award for leading a Location of Excellence at Cintas. This award highlights his commitment to operational excellence and his ability to drive performance within the organization.
Early Career at Fastenal
Ryan Gard began his career as a Sales Intern at Fastenal from 2005 to 2006. This early experience in sales provided him with foundational skills in customer engagement and sales strategies, which have contributed to his subsequent success in various managerial roles.