Ryan Taylor
About Ryan Taylor
Ryan Taylor is a Senior Financial Analyst specializing in Operations at The Wendy's Company, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in financial analysis, having previously held senior positions at Penn National Gaming and Designer Brands.
Current Role at Wendy's
Ryan Taylor serves as a Senior Financial Analyst in Operations at The Wendy's Company since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing financial reporting capabilities through the development and user acceptance testing of new financial systems, specifically Looker. His responsibilities include creating financial models and reports that support various operational initiatives.
Previous Experience in Financial Analysis
Prior to his current position, Ryan Taylor worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Designer Brands from 2019 to 2021. Before that, he held a similar role at Penn National Gaming and Hollywood Casinos from 2016 to 2019. His experience in these positions involved financial planning and analysis, contributing to strategic decision-making in the organizations.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Taylor is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Finance: Investment Management at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business. He has been studying there since 2015, which has provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles and investment strategies.
Financial Modeling and Initiatives
In his current role, Ryan has developed New-Build Cashflow models to evaluate profitability and return on investment for new build opportunities. He collaborates closely with Development Finance and Operations teams. Additionally, he has built financial models for sustainability initiatives, working with various departments to address waste and packaging concerns.
Process Improvement and Budget Management
Ryan led the development and implementation of a new process aimed at helping Directors of Area Operations and District Managers manage controllable expenses. This initiative resulted in budget favorability during a challenging economic period characterized by high costs and inflation in the latter half of 2022.