Ryan Swanson is a seasoned consultant and scientific advisor with 25 years of experience in developing biologic therapeutics. They co-founded Alpine Immune Sciences as Vice President of Immunology, where they led a research team responsible for groundbreaking therapeutic development. Currently self-employed, Ryan collaborates with life science companies to advance innovative therapies and serves as a WIN mentor at the Life Science Washington Institute, assisting new entrepreneurs. Their previous roles include Director of Immunology and Inflammation at Neoleukin Therapeutics and Senior Director of Biologics at A-Alpha Bio, showcasing a robust background in protein engineering and drug development. Ryan earned a Bachelor of Science in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Washington.