Ryan Klein
About Ryan Klein
Ryan Klein is a Sr. Risk Management Analyst at Green Plains Inc., specializing in derivatives hedging within the bio-refinery industry. He has a background in financial services and holds degrees in Economics and Business Administration from Doane University, as well as a Master of Science in Economics from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Current Role at Green Plains
Ryan Klein serves as a Senior Risk Management Analyst at Green Plains Inc., a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on investment risk management related to ethanol production and distribution. He conducts commodity strategy diligence for the company, which produces high protein MSC and various distillers grain products. His expertise in derivatives hedging mechanics within the bio-refinery industry supports the company's risk management strategies.
Previous Experience at TD Ameritrade
Ryan Klein worked at TD Ameritrade from 2017 to 2021, where he held two positions. Initially, he served as a Financial Services Representative for 11 months in Omaha, Nebraska. Subsequently, he advanced to the role of Senior Specialist Retail Trading, where he was employed for four years. During his tenure, he obtained several licenses, including 24, 7, 63, and 3, which facilitated his work in retail trading.
Experience at Farm Credit Services of America
Before joining TD Ameritrade, Ryan Klein worked at Farm Credit Services of America as an AGDirect contractor in inside sales. He held this position for eight months in Omaha, Nebraska, from 2016 to 2017. This role contributed to his foundational experience in sales and financial services.
Education and Academic Background
Ryan Klein studied at Doane University, where he earned two Bachelor’s Degrees in Economics and Business Administration from 2012 to 2016. He later pursued further education at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, achieving a Master of Science in Economics with a focus on Econometrics from 2021 to 2023. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in risk management and financial analysis.
Licenses and Certifications
Ryan Klein is formerly licensed as a broker dealer, holding licenses 3, 7, 24, 34, and 63. These licenses reflect his qualifications in the financial services industry and his capability to engage in various trading and investment activities.