Ryan Sawyer
About Ryan Sawyer
Ryan Sawyer is the Managing Director and CLM & US Geo Head at Elevate, with a background in customer care, contract services, and digital transformation strategies.
Current Role at Elevate
Ryan Sawyer serves as the Managing Director and CLM & US Geo Head at Elevate. He has held this position since 2023. In this role, he focuses on overseeing contract lifecycle management and geographical operations within the United States.
Previous Experience at Elevate
Prior to his current role, Ryan Sawyer worked at Elevate as the Director of Legal Transformation & US Geo Head from 2019 to 2023. He also served as the Senior Manager of Contract Services for six months in 2018. His experience at Elevate has contributed to his expertise in legal transformation and contract management.
Professional Background
Ryan Sawyer has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He spent six years in the United States Air Force as an Avionics Systems Journeyman/Trainer. He also held several positions at Honeywell Process Solutions, including Manager of Customer Care and Project Control Specialist, from 2006 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Sawyer holds an Associate of Applied Science in Avionics from the Community College of the Air Force, a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and a Master of Arts in Organizational Communication from Gonzaga University. Additionally, he completed a Graduate Seminar in Services Leadership at the W. P. Carey School of Business and an Executive Scholar Certificate in Strategic Alliances from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.
Skills and Specializations
Ryan Sawyer possesses strong skills in contract negotiation and optimization, contributing to operational strategy. He has expertise in digital transformation strategies and is experienced in sales enablement and software lifecycle success. His ability to build and nurture customer relationships has established a foundation of trust and loyalty in his professional engagements.