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Pat Ryan Steps Down at Ryan Co.’s, Brian Murray Steps Up to CEO
Ryan Companies US, Inc.’s Pat Ryan will step aside from President and CEO to become chairman of the company’s board, effective June 1st. Brian Murray will assume the CEO position, as part of a succession plan. It is the first time in Ryan’s 80-year history that non-family members will lead the company.
“It’s a tremendous honor to take on an expanded leadership role at Ryan, and to follow in the footsteps of a great leader like Pat,” said Murray. “This is an important time for our company, as we look ahead to future opportunities.”
Along with owners Jeff Smith and Mike McElroy, Murray has helped lead Ryan’s day-to-day operations for the last five years. As part of the transition, Smith will take on the role of President, and McElroy will be the company’s Chief Investment Officer. Tim Gray, who currently chairs the board, will assume the title of Chairman Emeritus.
Photo: L-R: Tim Gray, Pat Ryan, Jeff Smith, Mike McElroy, Brian Murray
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