Ryan Petersen
About Ryan Petersen
Ryan Petersen serves as the Director of Operations at Snappy Gifts, where he has played a key role in business transformation and growth, including leading the expansion of the Marketplace platform and achieving significant revenue growth. He manages a team of over 12 individuals and collaborates with executive leadership on strategic objectives.
Work at Snappy
Ryan Petersen serves as the Director of Operations at Snappy Gifts, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he directly manages a team of over 12 individuals across various functions, focusing on ensuring scalable operations. Petersen has played a significant role in redefining the operations organization, which has contributed to the company's business transformation and growth objectives. He has also led the growth of Snappy's Marketplace platform, expanding partner growth from 0 to over 300 within a year. Additionally, he oversees the company's highest revenue grossing period, achieving over 50% revenue growth.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Petersen completed his high school education at Avon Old Farms, earning a High School Diploma in 2007. He also attended Red Bank Catholic High School from 2002 to 2004. Following his high school education, he pursued higher education at Salve Regina University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from 2007 to 2011. His educational background supports his expertise in operations management, financial forecasting, and strategic planning.
Achievements
During his tenure at Snappy, Ryan Petersen has developed financial forecast models specifically for the holiday period, enhancing the company's operational efficiency. He has established key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational teams, which have led to successful initiatives and the achievement of target metrics. Petersen also serves as a thought partner to executive leadership for the company-wide Objectives and Key Results (OKR) process, contributing to the overall strategic direction of the organization.
Background
Ryan Petersen has a diverse educational background, having studied at multiple institutions. He attended Red Bank Catholic High School before transferring to Avon Old Farms, where he completed his high school education. His academic journey continued at Salve Regina University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. This educational foundation has equipped him with the skills necessary for his current role in operations management.