About Ryan
Ryan is the Marketing Coordinator for MD Anderson's Proton Therapy Center where he uses social tools to spread patient stories, educate potential patients about proton therapy, and forge lasting relationships with people trying to make cancer history. Prior to this, he was the Director of Community for Sports Media Challenge where the job afforded him the opportunity to use his experience with social technologies to create marketing strategies for athletes, Division I programs, and other sports industry brands. In addition, his responsibilities included cultivating SMC's own community, contributing thought leadership to the Sports Marketing world, and monitoring and reporting on key trends for sports brands.
Ryan spends the majority of his free time working on his own business endeavors which consist of developing interactive/digital strategies for a wide variety of clients.
With what little time remains he enjoys staying fit, reading, listening to Texas Country music, drinking cold beer with friends, and floating down rivers in Central, Texas.
Ryan spends the majority of his free time working on his own business endeavors which consist of developing interactive/digital strategies for a wide variety of clients.
With what little time remains he enjoys staying fit, reading, listening to Texas Country music, drinking cold beer with friends, and floating down rivers in Central, Texas.
Work Experience
Sports Media Challenge (Jan 2009 - April 2010)
As the Director of Community for SMC I led the activation of the Sports Media Challenge brand online through our corporate blog, and participating in industry-wide conversations. I also played an integral role in developing and activating intricate web 2.0 strategies for sports, entertainment and lifestyle brands. Two of the brands I worked with most extensively were ESPN Events and Syndication, and Conference USA.
As an analyst I monitored online buzz for athletes, Division I athletic programs, and other sports industry companies. I utilized this buzz to diagnose points of emphasis and deliver weekly reports and recommendations to our clients. Often times we leveraged these recommendations to build and create social media marketing strategies enabling sports brands to join the conversations their fans were already having online.
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I've consulted with brands such as Apple, OfficeMax, and HEB Grocery.
I have also gained valuable entrepreneurship experience working with Oates Specialties, one of the foremost suppliers of innovative training devices for athletes, particularly the consummate pitcher.
As the Director of Community for SMC I led the activation of the Sports Media Challenge brand online through our corporate blog, and participating in industry-wide conversations. I also played an integral role in developing and activating intricate web 2.0 strategies for sports, entertainment and lifestyle brands. Two of the brands I worked with most extensively were ESPN Events and Syndication, and Conference USA.
As an analyst I monitored online buzz for athletes, Division I athletic programs, and other sports industry companies. I utilized this buzz to diagnose points of emphasis and deliver weekly reports and recommendations to our clients. Often times we leveraged these recommendations to build and create social media marketing strategies enabling sports brands to join the conversations their fans were already having online.
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I've consulted with brands such as Apple, OfficeMax, and HEB Grocery.
I have also gained valuable entrepreneurship experience working with Oates Specialties, one of the foremost suppliers of innovative training devices for athletes, particularly the consummate pitcher.
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Ryan Stephens Marketing
Ryan Stephens Marketing is a strategic consulting and professional development entity that specializes in relationship marketing for the business owner.
While our specialty is online marketing and helping small business owners develop a web presence, RSM will work with anyone looking to establish better relationships with co-workers, fellow business people, and most importantly clientele. Learning to develop, nurture, and expand relationships will enable you to leverage your success and increase your bottom line.
RSM believes that any successful business is founded with generosity in mind and we aim to perpetuate that belief with any business looking to align with the work that we engage in.
In addition, it should be noted that RSM is a very reciprocal service. We certainly want to help you, but to best serve our consumer we want (and rely on) continuous feedback. This allows us to most logically map out a strategy that is most conducive to your success as opposed to rehashed, generic models and advice.
Understand that RSM is not looking to endorse tried and true plans that will yield minimal returns, but be creative and unafraid to think outside the box and procure solutions that will help generate long term sustainable growth.
In conclusion, if you are looking to increase your bottom line by way of growing your network and establishing better business relationships then please inquire about our services.
While our specialty is online marketing and helping small business owners develop a web presence, RSM will work with anyone looking to establish better relationships with co-workers, fellow business people, and most importantly clientele. Learning to develop, nurture, and expand relationships will enable you to leverage your success and increase your bottom line.
RSM believes that any successful business is founded with generosity in mind and we aim to perpetuate that belief with any business looking to align with the work that we engage in.
In addition, it should be noted that RSM is a very reciprocal service. We certainly want to help you, but to best serve our consumer we want (and rely on) continuous feedback. This allows us to most logically map out a strategy that is most conducive to your success as opposed to rehashed, generic models and advice.
Understand that RSM is not looking to endorse tried and true plans that will yield minimal returns, but be creative and unafraid to think outside the box and procure solutions that will help generate long term sustainable growth.
In conclusion, if you are looking to increase your bottom line by way of growing your network and establishing better business relationships then please inquire about our services.
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Testimonials
I just wanted to drop you a note and let you know that after implementing your suggestions, my website traffic and membership enrollments have more than doubled. The process you suggested for handling the combination of marketing and product development has simplified my daily routine to the point where I now feel like I am in charge of my future and no longer just spinning my wheels. Many thanks,
Kirk Ward - Instant Practice Builder
Ryan is definitely not your average marketing consultant. After his guest post on my blog he inspired a great conversation among my subscribers regarding brand building. In just one short post he was able to make a point and give us actionable steps to take in our pursuit of "brand nirvana." He is welcome back as a guest blogger anytime!
Daniel Martin - Mad Mortgage World
Ryan is a uniquely insightful marketer and a great writer. I had the pleasure of working with him during the summer (2008) when we were both interns for Seth Godin. Ryan's project designs, personal work ethic, and depth of knowledge inspired and challenged me to new levels. I know I'll be seeing his name appear in publication soon, since he's sure to make his mark on the marketing world.
Bert Hart - Bert's Music Business Blog
Kirk Ward - Instant Practice Builder
Ryan is definitely not your average marketing consultant. After his guest post on my blog he inspired a great conversation among my subscribers regarding brand building. In just one short post he was able to make a point and give us actionable steps to take in our pursuit of "brand nirvana." He is welcome back as a guest blogger anytime!
Daniel Martin - Mad Mortgage World
Ryan is a uniquely insightful marketer and a great writer. I had the pleasure of working with him during the summer (2008) when we were both interns for Seth Godin. Ryan's project designs, personal work ethic, and depth of knowledge inspired and challenged me to new levels. I know I'll be seeing his name appear in publication soon, since he's sure to make his mark on the marketing world.
Bert Hart - Bert's Music Business Blog
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