Ryan Cush
About Ryan Cush
Ryan Cush serves as the Vice President of Sales and Strategic Account Management at data.world, where he has worked since 2023. With a background in business development and leadership roles across various companies, he has contributed to data.world's recognition as one of Austin's Best Places to Work.
Current Role at data.world
Ryan Cush serves as the Vice President of Sales & Strategic Account Management at data.world, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing sales strategies and managing key accounts to drive growth and engagement. Cush's tenure at data.world has been marked by his contributions to the company's collaborative open data community, which includes over two million members, including a significant portion of the Fortune 500.
Previous Positions at data.world
Ryan Cush has held multiple roles at data.world prior to his current position. He was the Chief Revenue Officer from August 2018 to 2022, where he focused on revenue generation and strategic growth initiatives. He also served as the Chief Customer Officer for three months in 2022 and as the Head of Strategic Initiatives for seven months in 2023. Additionally, he worked as an Advisor & Consultant for one month in 2018 and was on leave from 2022 to 2023.
Career Background
Ryan Cush has a diverse career in sales and business development across various companies. He worked at Bazaarvoice in several capacities, including Director of Business Development, Vice President of Client Success, North America, and Vice President of Commercial Relations. He also held positions at SmarterHQ as Vice President of Client Services and Advisor, and at Trilogy in various roles, including Program Director and Technical Presales. His experience spans over two decades in the technology and data sectors.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Cush studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science and Engineering with a minor in Literature from 1995 to 1999. His educational background supports his expertise in technology and data, which he has applied throughout his career in various leadership roles.
Patents and Contributions
Ryan Cush is part of a company that holds 76 patents in the field of data technology. He has been involved in the development of AI-powered data experiences, specifically utilizing the AI Context Engine™ at data.world. His contributions have supported data.world's recognition as one of Austin's Best Places to Work for eight consecutive years.