Ryan Hedlund
About Ryan Hedlund
Ryan Hedlund is an Outside Sales Account Manager at Sunrun, with a diverse background in sales, talent management, and photography. He has held various roles in the entertainment industry and has extensive experience in voiceover direction and talent acquisition.
Current Role at Sunrun
Ryan Hedlund is currently employed as an Outside Sales Account Manager at Sunrun, where he has been working since 2023. In this role, he focuses on sales strategies and customer engagement to promote solar energy solutions. His position involves direct interaction with clients and requires a strong understanding of the renewable energy market.
Previous Experience in Sales and Management
Prior to his role at Sunrun, Ryan held various positions that contributed to his expertise in sales and management. He served as a Senior Account Executive at agency worX from 2021 to 2023, where he worked in a hybrid capacity. Before that, he was an Account Executive at Stern Strategy Group from 2019 to 2021. His experience spans multiple industries, including retail, where he worked as a Store Manager in a high-volume furniture setting.
Background in Photography and Media
Ryan has a background in photography and media, having worked as a Freelance Photographer for Lifetouch from 2013 to 2014. He also held the position of Operations Manager at SharpShooter Imaging for a brief period in 2014. His experience in the media sector includes roles at CESD Talent Agency, where he served as Director of the Promo/Trailer Voiceover Division from 1999 to 2007, and as a Director and Music Agent from 2017 to 2019.
Education and Training in Business and Arts
Ryan's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management from Farmingdale State College. He also studied Music Business and Music Performance at Five Towns College. Additionally, he pursued professional training in photography at Photo Manhattan, where he achieved a certification in Professional Digital Photography.
Experience in Talent Acquisition and Development
Ryan has extensive experience in talent acquisition and development, having worked as a Talent Acquisition professional. His roles have included being a Booker, which highlights his strong network and expertise in talent management. His background also includes voiceover direction, where he developed specialized skills in audio production and talent coaching.