Senior Manager in the Advisory practice based on Sint Maarten of Grant Thornton

Ryan is a Senior Manager in the Advisory practice based on Sint Maarten, overseeing the Dutch Caribbean, including Suriname. Possessing nearly a decade of experience in a prominent big-4 consulting firm, he cultivated a strong foundation in risk management, compliance, change management, and technology. Despite spending approximately two decades in the Netherlands, Ryan's Aruban heritage eventually led him back to the Caribbean. 

Throughout his career, Ryan has undertaken various international projects encompassing risk assessment, process optimization, large-scale implementations, internal and IT audits, substantial transformation initiatives, and management consulting. His wealth of experience positions him as a valuable resource for organizations seeking transformation and value addition. 

Ryan's academic background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a specialization in Financial Services from the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. He has also earned a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Business and Management Studies from the University of Amsterdam, where his focus extended to leadership, management, technology, and innovation. 

Complementing his academic achievements, Ryan has pursued several certifications as part of his career development within the management consultancy field, including the esteemed PRINCE2 certification.