Ryan Schram is Founder & Managing Partner of Particle Wave, a boutique advisory firm and trusted advisor to the world’s foremost Creator Economy Marketing, and Technology companies. Particle Wave partners with forward-thinking executive teams to navigate the complex world of content, commerce, and creativity – delivering measurable results and meaningful change. 

With over twenty-five years of leadership across media, marketing, and technology, Ryan has a proven track record of driving growth, efficiency,  profitability for pioneering ventures. Previously serving as President & COO of IZEA, he has also held executive roles at Merkle, CBS/Westwood One, and iHeartMedia. Recognized as a Global Top 10 Chief Operating Officer by OnCon and a “40 Under 40” honoree by Crain’s, Ryan remains an active board member, advisor, and mentor to innovative companies. His insights have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, AdAge, and ADWEEK. 

A proud Spartan, Ryan is a graduate of the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University (B.A. in Management) and is actively involved in philanthropic endeavors nationally as well as in his “Fresh Coast” home base in southeast Michigan.