Eleven years directing MVCC’s thINCubator, and an ongoing regional consulting practice. I connect big ideas, technology, communities, stories, and people. Whether delivering inspiration to student or professional organizations, or consulting on how to reach, build and serve communities of entrepreneurs, I deliver a unique perspective, insights and candor to every engagement.
Featured Keynotes
Each talk is tailored to the room. Tell me who’s in the seats and what you want to do differently on Monday.
STUDENTS & CAREER
3 Truths & a Lie
What actually prepares someone for work, and which pieces of career advice quietly stopped being true.
45 min keynote + Q&A session
FOUNDERS & SMALL BUSINESS
Punch Above Your Weight
How small operations can thrive using the right tools, systems design and a clear story to compete and grow in their communities.
45 min keynote + Q&A session
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Building a Community Incubator that Lasts
Eleven years of what worked and what didn’t running a community college based business incubator in a small city.
1 hr keynote + Q&A session
MICROPRENEURS AND COMMUNITY ORGS
From Couch to $1K
A crash course in entrepreneurship, sharing the tools and tasks to quickly identify where you create value, how to tell your story, build the business foundation, and take steps to earn your first $1,000.
3 hr workshop + Q&A session
I Help Small Businesses and Organizations that Support Entrepreneurs Make a Big Impact.
Whether it’s picking the right technologies for your small business, or plumbing them together to make amazing things happen, I can help small businesses focus their time on serving their customers rather than running the business.
For founders and owners, I offer mentoring, coaching, and accountability practices as your fractional cofounder.
For organizations supporting entrepreneurs, I’ll share my experiences and help you build a roadmap. to give your clients the resources, trainings, and services they actually need to succeed.
11 Yrs
Advising Entrepreneurs
200+
Podcast episodes produced
Upstate NY
Based in the Mohawk Valley, but travel is welcome
1 Day
Typical reply time
Happy Clients
Jenna Kraeger Lauraine
Queen of Connections for Lewis County Businesses
I highly recommend Ryan as a speaker for your next event! His presentation “Developing Effective Programming” at our recent Lewis County Economic Development Conference was exceptional, leaving a lasting impact on the audience. I was very impressed that even with limited time, Ryan took the time to get to know who was in the audience,…
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Patricia Swann
Digital Marketing Program Lead, Utica University
Ryan was the keynote speaker for our annual High School Communication Career Day at Utica University. His topic was the power of storytelling as it applies to many aspects of our daily lives. His own storytelling skills are fantastic and he provided the perfect motivational start to our day of activities. Thank you Ryan for…
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Karin Salas
“As always, your presentation to our students was one of the most engaging and thought-provoking of the year. Your natural ease and understanding of what these young adults need to feel comfortable and confident is impressive. I understand that you don’t think it’s special, but in my experience (nearly 25 years in the field) it…
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Victoria Bracco
Founder, Encore Media Agency
Your insights and suggestions have shed light on areas that needed attention, and your thoughtful feedback has been a catalyst for positive change. I truly appreciate the time and effort you invested in providing me with such valuable guidance. Your expertise and critical eye will undoubtedly help me ensure that the website achieves its full…
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John Zogby | John Zogby Strategies
President, John Zogby Strategies
One of the things I learned three years ago is if you want something done, go to Ryan Miller. With even more experiences I have understood that if I want something done well, on time, and with as much professionalism as possible, go to Ryan Miller. So when my sons and I needed a website…
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Whether it’s a speaking engagement or consulting gig, share your story and what would make the project or event a complete success.