Ryan Quinlivan
About Ryan Quinlivan
Ryan Quinlivan is a Director of Institutional Equity Sales at Piper Sandler, having previously held various roles in equity sales and management at Craig-Hallum Capital Group and Vector Marketing. He co-founded Scholars of Finance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing ethical financial leaders.
Work at Piper Sandler
Ryan Quinlivan currently serves as the Director of Institutional Equity Sales at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2023 in New York, New York. His role involves overseeing institutional equity sales and managing client relationships. Prior to this, he worked as Vice President of Institutional Equity Sales at the same firm from 2020 to 2023. He also held the position of Assistant Vice President in Institutional Equity Sales from 2018 to 2020. His extensive experience in equity sales positions him as a key player in the firm's operations.
Previous Experience in Institutional Equity Sales
Before joining Piper Sandler, Ryan Quinlivan worked at Craig-Hallum Capital Group as an Institutional Equity Sales Associate from 2015 to 2016. During this time, he covered the New York City market while based in Minneapolis. His earlier roles at Piper Sandler and Craig-Hallum Capital Group have contributed to his expertise in institutional equity sales, providing him with a solid foundation in the financial services industry.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Quinlivan studied Finance at the University of St. Thomas, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from 2011 to 2015. He also attended City, University of London, achieving a study abroad experience at Cass Business School from 2012 to 2013. His educational background includes a year at Boston University, where he began his studies in Mechanical Engineering. This diverse academic experience has equipped him with a strong understanding of finance and business principles.
Background in Sales and Leadership
Ryan Quinlivan has a significant background in sales, particularly with Vector Marketing, where he held various leadership roles from 2011 to 2014. He served as Branch Manager, Field Sales Manager, and Senior Field Sales Manager, demonstrating his ability to drive sales and manage teams effectively. He generated over $100,000 in sales revenue by age 20 and was recognized for his sales performance with an All-American award. His leadership skills were further honed through his involvement in training and recruiting efforts.
Contributions to Scholars of Finance
Ryan Quinlivan co-founded Scholars of Finance, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to developing principled and ethical financial executives. The organization has established over 50 undergraduate chapters across the United States. In addition to his role as co-founder, he advises the organization during nights and weekends, focusing on leadership development and mentorship for undergraduate students pursuing careers in finance.