I am very fortunate to be a Managing Director and Wealth Management Advisor on the Iles Schropp Group.  I believe that the recognition of some of our team member's in Barrons, Forbes and Great Lakes Bay is all due to our amazing team of 12 individuals that make up the Iles Schropp Group.  Over the last three decades, we have built a practice dedicated to putting the client first and focusing on what matters most in their lives.  Our team emphasizes intellectual rigor, in depth customization and a commitment to service.  Our clients are high net worth families which consist of current and past Founders, CEO’s or Presidents of companies.  They also include nonprofit organizations, foundations and endowments in the nonprofit sector.  We are a second generation practice, serving fourth generation clients.

Prior to joining the Iles Schropp Group, I held the position of President and CEO of Merrill Lynch Trust Bank of Michigan. I have extensive experience in working with nonprofit organizations from development to investment consulting. I earned my Certificate in Endowments and Foundations from the Wharton Business School, University Of Pennsylvania.

My family and I enjoy being part of this great community.  The Great Lakes Bay region is truly a fantastic place to live, work and play.  We are also involved in giving back to our community.  This comes in the form of supporting Donor Advised Funds at the Saginaw Community Foundation and community foundations around the State of Michigan.  We focus on the Arts, Education, Youth Sports, The Humane Society and many other nonprofits in our community that need support to achieve their goals.  I also serve on the Board of Directors of the Michigan Nonprofit Association. 

Continued education is important to myself and my team. I hold two registered designations; the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), and Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) designations. I also hold the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) designation which is sponsored by the ABA Institute of Certified Bankers, and the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation offered by the National Association of Plan Advisors. I received my bachelor’s degree from Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan.

Ryan is a proud second-generation Wealth Management Advisor and managing partner with the Iles Schropp Group. As one of the team's senior partners, Ryan is honored to work closely with the many clients served by the team. Ryan works diligently to address the wealth management needs of individuals, families, and business owners throughout the United States. In addition to those individuals and families, the team also serves many large foundations, endowments, and other nonprofit institutions, as well as corporate retirement plans.

Ryan first joined Merrill and the Iles Schropp Group in 2005. Much like the rest of the Iles Schropp Group, he is committed to continuing education and lifelong learning, as evidenced by professional designations obtained very early in his career and other credentials and training obtained since. In that spirit of lifelong learning, Ryan is well positioned to continue guiding the families and institutions proudly served by the team.

On a personal note, Ryan lives in Saginaw, Michigan with his wife (Chelsea), son (Brayden), daughter (Brooklyn), and dog (Sofia). Ryan and his family enjoy being active together in their community and church, pursuing their varied interests in outdoor activities, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. In Ryan’s own personal free time, he enjoys a wide variety of interests including endurance sports, boating and water sports, artistic projects, learning the game of golf, and spending time in Northern Michigan. He is a proud graduate of Central Michigan University and stays involved locally in many professional organizations, charitable efforts, and community endeavors.