Yvonne Ryan
About Yvonne Ryan
Yvonne Ryan is an Editorial Manager (Print) and Managing Editor at The Economist, with over 14 years of experience in this role. She has held various positions in prominent financial institutions and organizations, specializing in corporate communications and channel management.
Current Role at The Economist
Yvonne Ryan serves as the Editorial Manager (Print) and Managing Editor for The World in 2021 at The Economist. She has held this position since 2010, contributing to the publication for over 14 years. Her responsibilities include overseeing print editorial processes and managing content for the publication, ensuring high standards of quality and relevance.
Previous Experience in Financial Institutions
Yvonne Ryan has extensive experience in the financial sector, having worked at several major banks. She was an Editor at Deutsche Bank for 8 months in 2002 and later held various roles, including Head of Internal Communications for the UK, Western Europe, Russia, and MENA in 2008. At HSBC, she served as Global Communications Lead for a bank-wide technology change program in 2016 and held multiple positions related to communications and content management from 2015 to 2017.
Editorial Background and Contributions
Yvonne Ryan began her editorial career at The Economist, where she worked in various roles from 1988 to 1999 in London and Washington DC. She also contributed to the Financial Times as an Assistant Page Producer for 6 months in 1999. Her editorial expertise is complemented by her authorship of the book 'Roy Wilkins: The Quiet Revolutionary of the NAACP,' published in 2013.
Expertise in Corporate Communications
Yvonne Ryan possesses expertise in social media technologies and their application in corporate communications. She specializes in enhancing collaboration and knowledge sharing among international teams across dispersed locations. Her strong background in channel management and knowledge management supports her effective communication strategies within organizations.
Volunteer Experience
In addition to her professional roles, Yvonne Ryan volunteered as a writer for the Clinton Global Initiative in 2007 for one month. This experience reflects her commitment to contributing to meaningful initiatives beyond her corporate responsibilities.